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For most of my life, creative writing was never my forte. Dance was my method of expression. However, a couple of years ago someone inspired me to write, and I have continued to do so as a matter of catharsis. I have found it to be an extraordinary creative and emotive outlet. I write when the mood strikes.

I don't follow any particular style or structure. Often I don't use any structure at all. :-) My poems flow simply from my thoughts and emotions, in whatever form feels right. I am very straight forward, and so are my poems. I am learning and growing, and welcome constructive comments.

"I am not my hair

I am not this skin

I am not your expectations, no.

I am not my hair

I am not this skin

I am the soul that lives within."

~India Arie

Last seen on Nov 9 9:23 PM. Member since August 13, 2006.
I'm a carnelian hope poet for 92 comments.
My mood is , and quote is "Don't ever let someone else's opinion of you become your reality".
I am a 39 year old woman from Illinois (United States)
When I'm not writing, I'm a Diva :-).
I have 92 comments, 1 contest, 149 poems

My Poetry

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Unlovable

Deep inside
Where the dark things lurk

35 lines, October 1. In Pain, Angst, Sadness, Loneliness
Ever Elusive

The things I desire in life
Are ever elusive

26 lines, September 11. In Angst, Sad, Thoughts
A Brand New Art

The spark of life was once within me.
I held it in my womb and heart.

19 lines, August 19. In Sad, Life, Hope, Persistence
Crisp Linen

Sadness and dissatisfaction attempt to settle in for the duration,
like an unwelcome house guest.

10 lines, August 14. In Personal, Thoughts, Hope