Hang on, honey, don't be too afraid.
Just because you could never deserve the grace
Don't mean it ain't sittin' in the palm of your hand.
This world, you'll find, ain't lost its magic -
It's less shimmery now, but it's still good,
And there ain't nothin' that can mar that deep-down beauty.
Hold your head high, and embrace your beauty.
There ain't no reason to be ashamed or afraid
Of what you think looks and feels good.
You're a woman, sugar, a creature of grace,
Full of nation-beginning, wide-hipped magic -
Take your feminine glory by the hand!
...but don't never stop someone from holdin' your hand.
Even when you don't feel secure in your beauty,
A loving touch can work powerful magic.
Even if it means admtting you're a little afraid,
Accept folk's offers of help with grace -
It'd be a shame to let pride stop somethin' good.
Tell people when you think they've done good -
A kind word is an ace in your hand,
And you never know when you'll need some grace.
Besides, it's healthy to openly appreciate beauty -
Stop worrying and being so damned afraid
About what you'll say. Nice words'll come like magic.
Don't tell yourself there's no such thing as magic -
A little bit of nonsense can do a world of good.
See, truth is, we're all a little bit afraid,
And it don't hurt to imagine you can wave a hand
And transform waste, destruction into beauty.
Sometimes false hope can be your only saving grace.
Listen to these words, and you'll live a life of grace,
Full of little sparkles of everyday magic.
These days, people tend to forget that simple beauty
Has its value, and you don't always need to be the best, just good.
Come on, honey, give me your hand -
Have some faith. Why in the world are you afraid?
There's no need to be afraid when you're covered by grace,
No need to clench your hands when they're spinning magic,
No need to worry that you're not good when you're radiating beauty.
Author notes
This is a sestina, a form poem that was super fun to write.
A contest entry
- Proudly Presenting: ROUND 1 by Walk-Free.
1000 points, ended August 31, 2008, 78 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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wow!
such inspiring words. I love the positiveness here. Beinf a woman really is a wonderful thing.
thelast line was just perfect. Good luck in the contect!!
transit~
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On the heels of a very good critique on checkmate's part, I have only to say that I am very impressed by this poem.
Very refreshing and down to earth, it still hits with a passionate power that flows quite well.
Blessings!
C
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what an inspirational write. I loved this. there is so much loving hope in your words, and awesome advice. this should be printed on every Hallmark card. and I love form poetry, and trust me, this was super fun to read.
there is just a few things that didn't work too well for me, but they are just suggestions. after all it is your poem
third stanza; second line. you have a spelling mistake there. it should be 'when' if I am not wrong.
third stanza, last line. it should be 'it'd be a..'.
and finally, the very last line- it seems to break the flow, maybe trim it a little?
oh gosh. I am such a picky for grammar and spelling!
this is a beautiful write. I love this. it's just what I always wanted.
good lucks to you from all of us!! thank you for entering
-checkmate♥
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Thank you for the suggestions - I was typing too quickly, I should've gone back and proofread it. (Fear not, I'm usually picky about them, too, when I have time to read what I'm typing
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I made the corrections you suggested. The last line and I seem to be in a grudge match, but I'm working on it. -
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thank you for editing this because now I think I will paste it on my bedroom wall this is perfect!! love the last line now, by the way
thank you for this awesome awesome entry!
much lucks to you!
-checkmate
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wow!
this is such a strong poem! it was very beautifully penned and you've expressed your thoughts very well here, i like the flow and the emotions in this, it made me realise so much! those were wise words... it was impactful! keep penning, and best of luck in the contest, thanks bunches for the entry!
~beauty of silence
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