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Write a letter or poem to your younger self sharing what you love most about him/her 11 months ago Discovering She
Jakailah GentlesI said I loved you
But did I really?
I guess somewhat
But not ideally
Picked you apart
Judged you real hard
From this earth
I wanted to depart
Shrunk you so much
Daily I’d contort
But one day
I really saw you
And as time passed
I was more in awe of you
Your skin
Your smile
Your stare
I even came to love
The curls of your hair
The outside was one thing
And before
Only for it I cared
But as I got to know the inside
It topped the outside,
Beyond compare
Your intelligence
Your wit
Your endurance
Your grit
Your creativity
And charm
One of the things I love the most
You take accountability for your harm
Come to find out
Your heart is actually warm
And as it turns out
I’d want no other host
Congrats for all the growth you make
To it all, I give a toast.Voting is closed
Jakailah, this is so well written! It can take a while to learn to love yourself. Even though it is a difficult process, I am so happy that you have learned over time to love who you are and who you used to be. Although you aren’t the same person you used to be, never forget about her, because she is the first chapter of your story! Loving her and remembering the good times you had are what will get you through the tougher times in your current life. Great work ♥
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This is amazing! I am sorry you endured so much pain. I am so glad you now see your beauty – inside and out. You are incredible. Keep shining. <3 Lauren
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