poetry in the marking
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Essence of Her
She is fierce as lightning & gentle as dew. Essence of Her is a poetic journey through the contradictions & beauty of womanhood—untamed yet still, bold yet meek. This poem honors the invisible power women carry, the softness they give,… Continue reading
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Always Here|Tug-a-war
Originally published in 2018, this raw poem captures the heartache of being dependable, overlooked, and used up. “Always Here | Tug-a-war” explores what happens when love turns into self-sacrifice and crosses into martyrdom. A powerful reminder to value your worth,… Continue reading
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In My Shoes | A Raw Look at Survival, Strength & Grace
This one came from a place of truth—written during a time I was carrying more than just my own burdens. In My Shoes is a poem for anyone who’s ever been misunderstood, judged too quickly, or forced to keep walking… Continue reading
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No Longer Mine
Some moments leave a mark, shaping us in ways we don’t always understand—until we finally step away. There was a time that held me captive, weighed me down, and drained my strength. But I am not who I was then.… Continue reading
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The Worrier and Faithful
I wrote this poem in September 2019, and it still hits deep. Poetry has a way of moving through time, capturing the raw beauty of being human—the contrast of love and fear, hope and doubt, courage and fear. I am… Continue reading
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Don’t let me fall
In April 2019, I was quietly stepping into the first stages of healing. It was a journey that, at the time, felt deeply personal—just between Jesus and me. I was beginning to see glimpses of light, but the path ahead… Continue reading
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Do You See Me
Do You See Me Do You See Me? In 2018, I wrote this poem during one of the darkest seasons of my life—a time when I was just holding on. Rereading it now, years later, was incredibly difficult, and deciding… Continue reading
