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Who Am I

Who am I? That’s something I wonder everyday From being delighted to traumatized Is something quite normal for me From feeling emptiness to unease Overthinking every mistake I’ve ever made To every action I’ve decided to take Butterfly effect? A concept flowing through my brain If I could change one detail in my life What a bizarre change of events that would be Would I feel and be the same person today? Who am I? Not too tall, not too short Not too pretty, but not too ugly A bit ordinary, but never extraordinary Not average but not intelligent Skinny, but thank god she’s not fat they say! Olive skin, but shiny and red marks on my face Why do you look so tired they say I say I’m fine, thanks I look in the mirror and I see those dry tears I think stupid Puffy, red eyes, oily hair I think lazy Skinny, a visible breastbone and hipbones I think eat more Restless, uneasy, trembling I realize this person is me How did she become like this? My mother says I hear this late at night when I’m tumbling in bed All I can hear is  disappointment Not just to everyone but to myself Someone please help -Who am I?

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Date: 4/12/2019 1:02:00 AM
Congratulations on putting into words what so many people seem to be feeling these days. I think you would be surprised how many people may think of you as a cool person. You should read my poem The Wilderness Years. I am currently have chemotherapy at present but all signs good. I have also just retired. Hope you realise how inspirational your poem is and that you continue to post and grow as a poet on Poetry Soup. Very Best Regards David in NZ
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Date: 4/12/2019 6:17:00 AM
I am very genuinely surprised that people feel this way about my writing. Thank you, so much for your kind words. It means a lot. Poetry really heals my souls at dark times. I wish you the best with everything and I will pray for you.
Date: 12/27/2018 10:37:00 AM
Thank you all so much :)
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Date: 12/24/2018 2:36:00 PM
The best question to reflect and meditate upon. Excellent poem.
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Date: 12/24/2018 1:51:00 PM
The struggle of defining one's self can be a tough one. With so many expectations to be something in this world, we often can lose sight of the expectations we must have for ourselves to ensure happiness and self love. Be strong and love yourself. If you find something about yourself you don't love about you, change it in the healthiest way possible. Repeat until you know who you are and don't allow yourself to be bothered by the opinions and expectations of others.
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Date: 12/2/2018 4:35:00 PM
Writing poetry will heal your soul and you write very well!!
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Date: 12/2/2018 5:59:00 AM
You are the I of you...compare and you will wear... away...A relevant write for many...Keep up the good work...All the best MG
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Date: 12/2/2018 3:56:00 AM
I do not know either, but I hope you keep writing!!
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