Love Realized

Romance, the dream

in severed hearts of lovers.

Marriage, divorce – counterparts?

Beautiful girl, you are enough.

Notice the cold shards strewn

in the aftermath.

Beauty squandered, misused.

Intelligent girl, take heed and consider.

Pursuing soul’s match,

deaf, blind to sirens and lights.

Hunger pains viewing a cake white dress,

perfection - the mirage.

Curious girl, inquire why, and what for?

Diamond crusted ring, polished paradise,

supported by generations, refuge assured.

Insecurities painfully birthed from ancestral failures,

contractual self worth.

Authentic being, embrace yourself fully.

Do you purchase the first car?

Vibrant colors, chrome masking disrepair,

broken, tarnished, and used. 

Beloved, the answer is within yourself.

Façade realized – an accurate razor,

Freedom poured out from a chalice,

a bouquet of esteem,

a true love – growing internal.

                        Strong woman, believe and be loved.