Unwanted Filthy Rags
”Negative words can create a negative image of self; embrace negativity and let it be fuel to your inner positivity, to see self in a positive light.”
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For many years I struggled to see my self-worth,
Thought I was a useless piece of discarded trash.
My low opinion of self, made me question my birth.
I longed for my dark days to zoom by in a flash.
I was made fun of when I attended grade school.
I believed every negative thing that was said;
My sad life was so overwhelming and cruel,
I spent most of my days in my full-sized bunk bed.
As time went by, feelings for self-started to shift,
I started to entertain ” liking” who I was,
Soon positivity came, it was such a gift.
My attitude started to change without applause.
No longer did I see unwanted filthy rags.
I saw my worth and value in my brokenness,
Now I view negative energy as red flags,
Folks talk about me these days, for outspokenness.
For many years I struggled to see my self-worth,
I was made fun of when I attended grade school.
As time went by, feelings for self-started to shift,
No longer did I see unwanted filthy rags.
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Sponsor: Constance La France
11/29/2020
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