You tried so hard to steal my smile,
you thought your words could push me down,
but my light runs infinite miles,
resisting any urge to frown.
Instead, those words have helped me grow,
proving you wrong, enforced my goal.
They spread around my inner glow,
balanced me out, making me whole.
I became all I wished to see,
removed my shell, set my soul free,
vanquished old insecurities,
accepting every piece of me.
This new me knows just how to live,
when to refrain and when to give,
how to destroy all negatives,
by basking in the positives.
The me I formed is quite secure,
and finally feels self assured.
Holds confident abilities,
delivering stability.
I want to thank you for your role,
in helping me achieve control.
I learned to let opinions roll,
so they never affect my soul.
– Grace Y. Estevez- Reddy
Very much relating to this beautiful poem
Glad to it resonated. Thanks so much.💕
Beautiful thoughts.
Thanks so very much, Haoyando.💕
My dear Grace, I love this post in so many ways! It is deeply divine and the reflection is beautifully perceived. I truly relate to this and that last stanza perfectly describes the thoughts I always come back to. Really appreciate this gem, such an inspiring message 🖤🤗
That means so much to me, dear Ace. Thank you so very much, my friend.💕
A powerful poem of resilience and transformation. So wonderfully penned, my dear friend Grace. 🙂
I’m so happy you liked, dear Lauren. Thanks so much, my friend.💕
Beautiful and empowering! 💕
Thanks so much, Sara. So glad you liked it.💕
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A comforting balm to soothe life’s hurt. What a powerful voice! How satisfying to create the strength it takes to transform oneself into something stronger. Splendid work.
Thank you so very much for the beautiful comment, Masa. I truly appreciate you.❤️
Powerful poem dear Grace. Especially these lines ❤
I want to thank you for your role,
in helping me achieve control.
I learned to let opinions roll,
so they never affect my soul.
Im so very happy you liked it, dear Suma. Thank you so much for your kindness and support.💕
A beautiful reminiscence, and powerful realization. Wonderful poetry, dear Grace. ❤️❤️
Thanks so very much, Jeff. I truly appreciate you, my friend.❤️
You’re most welcome, dear Grace. Thank you, and I you. ❤️❤️
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Wow! amazing lines. Mesmerising words. You always have a great way with words.
Glad you liked it. Thanks so much.💕
Such a kind of growth is inspirational. It takes a lot of strength to not let any external influence affect our light. Beautifully written, Grace
Your kind words are greatly appreciated, dear Shweta. Thank you so much.💕
So beautiful with a relaxed feel.
Thanks so much.💕
Welcome
I became all I wished to see,
removed my shell, set my soul free,
So well written! Love this! ❤
Happy you enjoyed, Simmi. Thanks so much.💕
Wow.. Beautifully written. Let us not be torn by harshness around us. Let them be motivations to learn, be better, and do well.
Thanks so very much, Deborah.Happy to hear you liked it.💕
Wow! Stunning poem! The last stanza is especially so sassy and oozes QUEEN vibes!
Happy to hear you liked it, Sam. Thanks so much.💕
Nicely penned 🙂
Thanks so much, OD.💕
Very welcome, this piece put a smile on my face. Keep sharing your magic ✨
I loved the positivity. No bitterness despite hurt. That’s the way. Learn a lesson or two and move on. So nicely done, Grace👌👌❤️
I’m so happy you liked it, my friend. Thank you.💕
You’re welcome 🙏
Brilliant! Superb piece! Stay blessed dear ❤️❤️😊👏
That’s so nice of you to say, Diana. Thanks so much.Stay blessed as well.💕
Woww!! Dear grace, you’re a gem..! You’re an incredible soul..! This is a masterpiece..! I truly loved it very much..!😊💕💕🤗
I’m so glad you liked it, Filarance .You’re an incredible and beautiful gem, my friend.Much love to you.💕
Oh my sweet grace, it’s so MARVELLOUS to hear from you dear..! It’s absolutely my pleasure..! Much love to you too..!💕💕
Giving and allowance are different thing, I can give you but won’t allow you to take it, you can hurt me but can’t break me, amazing ♥️
Absolutely. Thanks, my friend.❤️
You welcome 🌹
hat off❣✨
your poem led me instantly to an awesome quote signed by Yao Xiao
[Thank you for waiting for me] it’s better than [I’m sorry I’m late.]
[Thank you for understanding me] is better than [I’m sorry if it doesn’t make sense what I’m saying.]
[Thank you for wanting to spend time with me] is better than [I’m sorry if I’m boring.]
[Thank you for listening to me] is better than [I’m sorry if I strayed from the subject.]
[Thank you for trusting me is better than [I’m sorry I let you down.]
If you want to say [Thank you,] don’t say [I’m sorry.]
Wow!!! Thanks so much!!! So beautiful!💕🥰❤️💕
dawwwww….😍so glad you liked it🤗i muchly appreciate it🥰🙌🏻
We can make the best of almost any situation! ❤
I absolutely agree.❤️