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ala shared a letter in the
Poetry group 7 hours, 7 minutes agotriggered.
I’m tired of living in uncertainty
what else does it take until I find someone
anyone (hell, anything at this point)
who is certain about me?
why is it always a fight for motherfuckers to see my worth?
why is it that as soon as I feel hurt
show someone that I am fallible
that suddenly my texts are left on read
our memories feel like a…read more -
ala submitted a contest entry to
Write a poem about what you are grateful for in your life 3 weeks, 5 days agojust a week
Ala <3tomorrow marks 2 years since you left
breaking the entirety of my being in ways I didn’t know were possible.but, I’m not sad anymore.
I can finally say your name without trembling
and my heart doesn’t skip a beat anymore when I think about you.
Don’t take this wrong and think that I don’t still love you
because I do,
I always will
and…read moreVoting starts February 15, 2024 12:00am
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ala shared a letter in the
Current Events group 4 weeks agoSTOP BOMBING BABIES
AlaciaWE SAY THAT OUR ACTIONS ARE DONE IN THE NAME OF GOD.
The almighty creator who can do no wrong and across all doctrines
speaks of mercy, peace, and humility.
What kind of benevolent God would sanction this?Did God tell you to murder babies in their sleep?
Incinerating incubators
Massacre lives that have yet to begin
while mothers hold their…read more-
Alacia, What is going on in the Middle East is incredibly heartbreaking. 41 percent of people in Palestine are under 14, and more than 52 percent are under 18. The median age of the people in Israel is 29 and a third of its population is under 18.
The reality is none of the people dying and suffering from these problems we are facing today caused…read more
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ala responded to a letter in topic Why Are You Worthy of the Utmost Respect? 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Okay poet!!! Anyone willing to let in vulnerability and share any part of their struggle most definitely deserves respect because life is HARD. The last thing we need is to be unsupported by each other and you made that message loud and clear. I absolutely love this piece, Lindsey!
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Thank you, Ala! I wrote this piece for a Gala that took place in my city. The Gala honored twelve women who overcame different things like domestic violence, cancer, sexual assaults, and drug addiction. If you would like to learn more about them please check out their Instagram: @rediscover_yu
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ala responded to a letter in topic Why Are You Worthy of the Utmost Respect? 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Rue, this piece is absolutely beautiful! The only nickname I’ve ever liked has been “love” because I also feel like it is the only word in our language that can even approximate who I am. Your work resonates so much and is amazing! Would love to connect more in instagram if you have one <3
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ala submitted a contest entry to
Why Are You Worthy of the Utmost Respect? 1 month, 2 weeks agoIt's 5am and I'm awake thinking about you again.
AlaI want to know if you regret this
Are you awake right now
losing sleep over the pain too
or is it just me
rolling around restless at night
trying to figure out how the fuck
it came down to this?I want to know if my face haunts you.
My docile doe-like eyes and soft curves
contorting into a demon whose memory
is smeared all over the…read moreVoting is open!
Voting ends September 1, 2024 12:00pm
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ala responded to a letter in topic Write a letter or poem to your Body 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Thank you Lauren! As women, finding strength within ourselves has become a prerequisite to staying alive. We are our own best advocates and no ones will honor our boundaries if we don’t do so first. I had to learn this the hard way, but it’ll all be worth it if I can help at least one person along the way <3
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ala submitted a contest entry to
Write a letter or poem to your Body 5 months, 3 weeks ago38 DDD
AlaI wonder how old I have to be before
people stop seeing my body
before they see me?all life long
little black girls are sexualized
before they can even form a concept of the self.12 year old me
standing in line at Smart & Final with my grandma
wearing my favorite romper
adorned with vibrant yellow sunflowers
and a conservative white…read moreVoting is closed
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Ala, this is a very strong and powerful piece. I am sorry you had to endure disgusting men. It sounds like you are incredibly strong, and know your worth, and have set strong boundaries in your life. Your strength is inspiring. Thank you for sharing your perspective, as it needs to be said, shared, and heard. You are brilliant and amazing. Thank…read more
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Thank you Lauren! As women, finding strength within ourselves has become a prerequisite to staying alive. We are our own best advocates and no ones will honor our boundaries if we don’t do so first. I had to learn this the hard way, but it’ll all be worth it if I can help at least one person along the way <3
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ala responded to a letter in topic Write a letter telling the world about what makes you strong 6 months ago
Sydney, wow… your words are moving! So many one-liners embedded into this audibly made me gasp for air. “I had no choice but to accept my fate, to set up camp inside of my depression.” and “ you haven’t spoken to another human for so long you forget the sound of your own voice.” are the two that struck me the most. so powerful and poignant. I…read more
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alacia, that is so kind of you to say! i really appreciate your words, it means a lot to me. i agree with you when you say “you can only intellectualize humanity so much” – it sounds like you’re going to make a great psychologist. best of luck in grad school!! 🙂
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ala responded to a letter in topic Write a letter telling the world about what makes you strong 8 months ago
Empathy is the super power we need for collective healing. The world is in a lot of pain right now, but I’m hopeful. Thank you for your kind words, Lauren! <3
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ala submitted a contest entry to
Write a letter telling the world about what makes you strong 8 months, 2 weeks agoe.
Alaciashe’s naturally the girl that people talk to.
people see her
and open up with a little joke
or anecdote.
they feel her
and know that she is peace.
she is safety
she is a temporary home
for the fleeting feels
and thoughts
that are bursting to escape from their heads
they know she’ll politely smile
and keep them safe
allowing a tidbit of…read moreVoting is closed
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Alacia, True Empathy is such a beautiful quality have and it requires so much strength because it requires you to live life with an open heart. Thank you for sharing this sweet poem. Thank you for adding so much goodness to the world and for being a part of The Unsealed family. <3 Lauren
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Empathy is the super power we need for collective healing. The world is in a lot of pain right now, but I’m hopeful. Thank you for your kind words, Lauren! <3
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Alacia, empathy is a strong trait to have because you’ll be able to help someone and let them rely on you for the ability to understand their feelings. That’s truly such a great trait to have because it shows how much you care about others. Keep showing empathy.
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ala submitted a contest entry to
Write a poem or a letter to yourself about your goals for the new year 9 months, 1 week agoTwenty Twenty Me
Alaciahere’s to a year
of feeling lighter
of practicing
& only pursuing the things
that set my soul on fire.here’s to a year of intentionality
of manifesting my truest reality
and not settling for anything in “actuality”
here’s to a year of “no”
of no longer feelings afraid of taking my time
and moving slow.
– slow, intentional movements are the only…read moreVoting is closed
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Alacia, This is amazing! You are so strong, so wise, and this reads so well. Don’t be afraid to say yes or no. Lean into your best life, and lean away from things that don’t work for you. You are strong. You are powerful. And you can write and rhyme really well 🙂 Please keep sharing your words and wisdom with us all. Thank you for being a part of…read more
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Alicia this year will hold a lot of great things in store for you. I’m sure with such passion you will be able to achieve all your goals this year. Keep that fire in tact and toss wood in there to keep the flame rising. You are amazing! Continue to fight for your goals with passion.
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