XXIV. Gone
But the lotus is gone
An empty flaming space instead
And it hurts
In too many ways
The blood that trickles down my leg
A painful reminder
Of why I was so willing to give it away
XXV. Strength
But I am stronger than I knew
So fiercely protective
Of this heart I belong within
The heart I birthed myself
From a life without Love
No greater gift
Than to hear its steady beat
In my chest
XXVI. Stay soft
I want to stay soft
Like my belly
I cannot let heartbreak
Sharpen my edges
I still remain
A woman who loves with ferocity
Above all else
May my heart stay open
To her wildest dream
To be loved in wholeness
And never settle for less
XXVII. What is Love?
I want a love that is calm
Peaceful and certain
An example of Truth
For the generations to come
Not short-lived highs
And drawn out lows
Did you know there's another way?
Come with me
I won't spend another lifetime
Weathering this storm
I want a love that is calm
No reason to doubt
Only reasons to smile
And free my heart from sorrow