My mama always said
I was a poet
That didn’t know it
But saying these words out loud fills me with dread
And I’ve been bottled up
For too long
Gotta sing my song
All these emotions have been piling up
So, listen up:
Don’t blame me for what you’re too afraid to do
Don’t hate me ‘cause I’m not like you
The best things in life are on the other side of terror
Jump, don’t jump; the decision is a horror
Lately, I’ve been living
Like there’s no tomorrow
Baby, it’s so refreshing
Leaving behind all the sorrow
I used to be so afraid
Of the things they’d think
Downgrade, waylaid – but damn it, I’m remade
I’ll run to the edge, get so close to the brink
Because living without fear
Is so much better than with regret
I’m not that sweet little girl anymore, my dear
I’m strong, aiming high; ready, aim, set
My mama always said
I can handle anything
If I give it my everything,
I can knock ‘em, knock ‘em dead
Author: Kathryn Wheeler
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Author Bio: Kathryn Wheeler is a freelance graphic designer and writer. She spends her days designing, writing, reading and learning how to live life to the fullest. Follow her business on Instagram @kathrynsdesignshop, and follow her life @kathrynelainewh on Instagram.
Link to social media or website: https://www.kathrynsdesignshop.com/
