A place to show my work
In every street, her passion found,
The dancer twirls, the world around.
With graceful leaps, her spirit soars,
A dance that echoes, forever endures.
In moonlit nights and sunny rays,
You’ll find her joy in endless plays.
With every step, she paints the air,
A love for dance, beyond compare.
Some days, I can brush my thoughts aside,
But others, they linger, refusing to hide.
Negative whispers echo, a relentless refrain,
Looping through my mind like a relentless chain.
I'm not good enough for anyone to truly like me.
People only stick around for what they can gain from me.
I'm too boring; that's why friends drift away.
I have to change who I am to be liked.
I always end up disappointed by broken promises.
My need for acceptance is pathetic.
No one really understands or sees the real me.
I don't deserve love or happiness.
I fail to meet the expectations of those around me.
I'll always be alone and unimportant.
I'll never find someone who truly values me.
I will always struggle to connect with others.
My efforts never lead to any meaningful relationships.
I am constantly let down by others.
I am not worthy of friendship or love.
Most days, I know that this is not true,
But at times, it is hard to fight the thoughts,
And then I start to believe them.
Therapy has been my guiding light;
I’ve learned skills to cope and fight.
Though they help me more often than not,
Negative thoughts still creep in and cloud my thoughts.
Friends and family lend a hand,
Yet only a few truly understand.
Their efforts, though kind, sometimes fall short,
More hindrance than help in the emotional sport.
Here I stand, pushing through,
Some days weigh heavy, it’s true.
In the battle with my mind,
I fight hard, but peace is hard to find.
Yet I promise I will rise anew,
Just a little time, and I’ll break through.
Though the struggle might seem long,
I’ll find my strength and carry on.
When I feel overwhelmed with work or personal life, I know it’s time to unplug. One of the activities that helps me unwind is drawing while listening to music. Engaging in these two activities simultaneously allows my mind to stop overthinking, providing me with a sense of peace for a while.
Additionally, I find peace in nature. During times when I need to unplug, I’ve taken trips to Joshua Tree, and the experience has been incredibly refreshing. If I can’t make it to Joshua Tree, I visit a local park, find a quiet bench, and simply observe the world around me.
Recognizing the importance of unplugging has been a learning process for me. Since realizing its significance, I’ve made a conscious effort to prioritize this practice in order to prevent feeling overwhelmed.
Yikes! It’s time to rise and shine,
Can’t be late for this event so fine.
With a hurried leap,
Out of bed, I sweep,
Ready to greet the day’s grand design!
Each day I rise with courage strong,
Facing the world, where I belong.
Through ups and downs, I stand tall,
Braving the moments, I won’t fall.
With every challenge, I find my way,
Fighting through colors of night and day.
Courage within, like a light so bright,
Guiding me forward, through every fight.
Hot
Sun
blazing
down on us
Sweat is dripping down.
We find shade to escape the heat.
Silent shadows fall,
Whispers of hope now faded,
Despair’s heavy breath.
Peace
Tranquil, Harmonious
Soothing, Calming, Embracing
Serenity, Stillness, Conflict, Violence
Attacking, fighting, invading
Brutal, Destructive
War
There is a flicker in my heart
Never want to depart
For what we share is rare
A bond beyond compare
In every laugh, in every sigh
Together, we will always fly
Through storms and sunny days,
We’ll find our own sweet ways.
There is hope
If you believe it
Just open your heart so wide.
And enjoy all the goodness that comes
Just believe
The sea whispers secrets to shore.
It’s never dull; there’s always more.
Waves dance in the light.
Stars twinkle in night.
Ecstasy
To adore
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