I need to learn
to let things slide,
disregard burns
that sting my pride.
I love too hard
and hurt too deep,
hold a firm guard,
my thoughts I keep.
Sensitive soul
with iron fist,
parts of a whole
both sides exist.
Protective shell,
sensitive core,
hear inner bells,
open the door.
Stubborn fears fall
with hesitance,
breaks concrete walls
and resistance.
Stories to tell,
sparks to explore.
Touch hearts and cells,
light every pore.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
Originally Published December 19, 2021
So true. I think we all have those types of layers. It’s a blessing to have loved ones you can open up to. ^_^
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Another great one! Thank you!
Thanks so much 💕
This is such an inspiring poem Grace
Thanks so much, Sadje 💕
You’re most welcome 🙏🏼
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Brilliant writing Grace💕 your words always carry so much wisdom and positivity💕
Thank you so much. So happy you enjoyed it.💕
My pleasure Grace 💕 always
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Well expressed dear Grace, most of us all can relate to it. Powerful and positive as always. Loved it much ❤ ✨
Happy you enjoyed it. Thanks so much 💕
Enjoying the present is the best way to live life.
Always lovely sentiments you share with us, friend Grace.
Hugs.
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True words Grace 💕
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So beautifully expressed, Grace…there’s so much learning & wisdom in these lines ✨💟💫
Thank you so very much, dear Navin 💕
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Well penned Grace. Inspiring words.
Thank you so much, Suzette. Glad you enjoyed it.💕
A pleasure Grace! Cheers
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You have such a beautiful way with words.
Thank you so much 💕
A brilliant piece, Grace, so inspiring and relatable. Enjoyed it 😊💖
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Always my pleasure 💖
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Such an upliftng piece, Grace! 💖
Glad you liked it, Eugenia. Thanks so much 💕
My pleasure, Grace. 💖
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So great, I can relate to this!
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You’re welcome!
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I so relate to this poem Grace. You have a huge heart💕
A very nice poem I can relate too.
Well penned Grace
Thanks!!
Thanks so much, Marie 💕
In love with this one Grace! 🤗
Happy to hear that. Thank you so much 💕
Love this beautiful poem! The most sensitive souls need a shell to protect them, they key is knowing what can pass through safely and what needs to remain outside the shell. An impermeable one makes for a lonely, barren existence. 💞💞💞
Thanks so much. Absolutely, Dawn.💕