(2014)
The news hit me Like a punch in the gut I threw up two times From the pain Knowing that I
Left on a leash Is no way to live He disappeared I like to imagine He’s running in a field
My body is perfect —ly spotted The white spots I tell myself Are my Bambi spots
This world is covered in bias It’s all over you It’s all over me too This world is covered in bias It shades our words
My parents always say We’re proud of you I am too I got out of bed I used to get so much done
By nature high-strung But I thought I was strong If not physically, emotionally For things to roll off my back Be mature and take the high road
I cannot divide My heart Into four pieces Equally Geometrically
When we are young we strive to be cool with our clothes and the way we move and our friends with swag as adults though our friends be co…
Traffic Irritation becomes a nightmare As the lines start to squiggle Bending in and out And the world starts its attack
I told everyone About you The ugly beast Inside of me You can’t hide
I don’t expect Diabetes education For the public But chances are You know one
Some I like to share Fresh out of the oven Don’t let it get cold That’s why I wrote it Emotions in that moment
My soft spot My sweet boy I’d do anything for Who convinced me Little boys are the best
Beautiful legs The right shape and curve Olive color without the green That tans and doesn’t burn Until you see
A noisy restaurant Listen Focus Beyond the dishes The music