As close to perfection
A day can get
It has to be filled with
Joy, laughter and a good time
Simplicity at its finest
I picture a day filled with love
Surprising my Bae with tickets
To see one of her favorite comedians
B. Simone
Not ruining the surprise
Being a little suspenseful
‘Cause the romance
Should never die
Keeping the spark alive
Laughing uncontrollably
From start to finish
Seeing that smile on her face
Means so much
Any day with you makes the world
Seem perfect
Even though we know that not to be true
You are quite a dream come true
Any other day that could even measure up
Would have to be filled with
Rest, relaxation, some good music and poetry
A warm bubble bath to soothe the tense muscles
Forgetting the troubles of the day or week
Allowing my self care to be my peace
Resetting my intentions
Cleansing my mind, body and spirit
A perfect day can lead to many blessings
I just pray for a day that is calm
That leads to memories to be cherished
And is close to my definition of perfection!
Hello,
Thank you for sharing. It’s the simple things that matter most in day to day life anyhow, they’re all puzzle pieces to life. All the listed suggestions sound very appealing.
Rayven, thank you for being 1 of my biggest supporters and cheerleaders; I didn’t know what 2023 would bring I’m glad it brought you: I love and appreciate you 🫶🏾😘
The expectations I set forth
Will allow me to light the torch
To a productive and successful 2024
Far beyond my imagination
This is the year of fulfillment
This is the year of new beginnings
This is the year that my consistency pays off
This is the year my dreams are my reality
My destiny awaits
I cherish the days of people saying
I always knew you would
I always knew you were talented
Not that I need the recognition
But I would be grateful that they were paying attention
I’m ready to enjoy the talent I was blessed with
Sharing it with the masses
I’m ready for my creativity to be heard
As well as read in the pages of my 1st poetry book
1 of my biggest goals this year
Is to release a body of work
That represents me before I turn 40
This is the year
This is the year I dreamt of
This is the year that it all happens
Ain’t nothing going to stop me but me
That’s why this is the year of endless possibilities!
Aww Tracy! I love this. Happy 40th year! When you publish your book, let me know! We will promote it!! So many great things ahead. I love the power and confidence that you exude in this piece. This is your year and I am all here for it. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for being part of our community. You are a shining star. <3 Lauren
Started the year manifesting love and success
I had my share of failed relationships
So finding love in 2023 came unexpectedly
Our 1st official date just so happened to fall
On my mom’s death anniversary
What a hectic day
After my hair appointment
We went to the cemetery to visit my mom
How different that was
I’ve never taken anyone to visit my mom’s grave
If my mom was alive
She would have so many questions
So it was only right
A dinner reservation at Carmine’s
Because we both love Italian food
The rain couldn’t put a damper on our mood
Even though my silk press became frizzy
We took pictures to capture the night
Along the time square bright lights
Honestly that had to be the overall best day of 2023
As the month of June is often bittersweet to me
That day I forgot about the past pain that plagued my mind
Instead I celebrated new beginnings
And toasted to a brand new love that would continue to shine!
This is a compelling piece. I love how you wrapped a day full of emotion into perfect words. I felt that emotion of the love you experienced at same time as you were experiencing grief. Thank you for sharing this with our community. I would love to see more of your writing. LeahLives
Thank you Leah, I appreciate your kind words and your great analysis of my poem. I enjoy sharing with the Unsealed community and plan to write more on here this year 🤗
Tracy! This is beautiful. I do not doubt that your mom was watching over you on this day. In fact, I think she had it planned :). And I love Carmine’s too! My dad used to take me to the one on the upper west side when I was little. Nothing but happy memories from there. Thank you for sharing and congrats on finding love. <3 Lauren
Rayven, thank you for being 1 of my biggest supporters and cheerleaders; I didn’t know what 2023 would bring I’m glad it brought you: I love and appreciate you 🫶🏾😘
Happy Birthday Lauren thank you for this amazing platform and community of like minded individuals wishing you continuous years of greatness and happiness🤗🫶🏾✨
Traveling this skyline for you
Taking flights through out the night for you
When I met you
You turn all my fears to reals
Turing my possibilities to my reality truth
One day, Looking forward to standing right in front of you
Holding your hands
And saying I DO
We will be decked out
In our favorite new suits
Nevertheless my best
Was when I met you on June 20th, 2023
It was our greatest test
We hardly slept and got any rest
Sleepiness nights
This love feels so calendar nice
Never second guessing
At first, our trust issues got the best
But that wasn’t the end nor the rest
Falling in love with who I am
Falling in love with this woman
Cause now all I can say is I CAN
Wow, this is amazing and so beautiful! Congratulations on finding the love of your life. How lucky you are to give love the way you do and how lucky your partner is to be on the receiving end. Thank you for sharing and thank you for being part of our Unsealed family. <3 Lauren
How did I get here?
Yesterday was my first day of school
I think I blinked and now I’m done
It’s really almost cruel
My eyes were open before the sun
could wink its first few rays
Went through my usual morning routine
It was just another day
But suddenly my shoes didn’t fit
My dress was way too tight
My gown looked wrinkled and needed an iron
Makeup wouldn’t sit quite right
“Today of all days!” I though in dismay
I tried to take a deep breath
I started to sweat, started to fret
Oh but it wasn’t over yet
“I know I signed up months ago!”
Now I was starting to panic
“I’m sorry,” she said, “You’re not on the list!”
I think I’m going to be sick
Truth be told, I was dreading this day
Long before it came
It meant the end of what I knew
Where everything was the same
I’m standing on the precipice of change
The long and winding road that is the rest of my life
Looming large and unfamiliar
Past and future balanced on the point of a knife
It’s all worked out, I step in line
Pomp and Circumstance ringing in my ears
No time to look, no time to run
Time to face the music, face the fears
The lights are blinding, I squint and stare
I look up and I finally see
All the people in the world I love
Come all this way for me
The show is a blur I can barely remember
Laughing and crying all the while
With careful steps I cross the stage
Accept my diploma with a smile
It’s not so bad on the other side
I cautiously consider
What was I so afraid of?
(Besides getting old and bitter)
“You’ll be chasing that high forever,
All downhill from here,” they say
Your life doesn’t end after school
It starts on Graduation Day
Wow! This piece is brilliant! And as someone who also feared change after graduation, just know it’s going to be great. You are right, this is just the beginning. And congratulations on graduating. It is a huge accomplishment. Thank you for sharing this wonderful poem and thank you for being part o
Speaking to every fighter
I’m so grateful that GOD took a chance on ME
Thankful that I am his rider
His unconditional love is beyond measures
His unconditional love is so comforting
Tangible and intangible
I just love the way GOD loves me
Don’t you see
If giving up was easy
Everyone would have took a backseat
Including me
I’m grateful for GOD’s presence
Most importantly never leaving me
Looking at my reflection
I’m grateful the mirror is always in front of ME
In the presence of darkness
GOD’S love always trembles the unseen
What are the fighters singing
Worthy Worthy Worthy
It’s a grateful human being
Aww I love this. God’s love is so powerful and I am glad you feel that love and are grateful for it. Thank you for sharing and thank you for being part of The Unsealed family. <3 Lauren
I’m forever grateful
That I am able to share my words
With people
And they often become inspired
By my positivity and willingness to share
Openly and comfortably
Everything I’ve been through
From heartache to heartbreak
There is no shame
Just lessons to be learned
I’m grateful for them all
Teachable moments that make me stand tall
I practice gratefulness every day
That’s why I’m grateful for everyone
I encounter daily
From strangers I meet on the street
To inconnus that have become great supporters
In any and everything I do
I’m forever grateful for restored love
Especially the woman that accepted me
And made me appreciate love again
Thank you for first being a friend
I’m forever grateful
For existing in a world
That doesn’t want you to survive
But I find a way to survive the odds stacked against me
Blessed to be alive
And continuously see
That I’m surrounded by the people meant to help me navigate this life!
Tracy! A quote I have heard Robin Roberts say is “Make your mess your message. ” That’s what you do through poetry. You are a powerful, strong, and amazing woman, and I am grateful you are sharing your heart and gift with us. <3 Lauren