"you must be a diamond"
they've told you
since the day you were born
but you
are simply
not a diamond
cruel pressure forges
this sparkling gem
unbreakable and perfect
and always satisfactory
beloved for
the way it shines
unbeatable and flawless
and always worn with pride
but you
are simply
not a diamond
water and nurture grows
an intricate plant
vulnerable and passionate
and always learning; growing
beloved for
the way it blooms
imperfect and stunning
and always ever-changing
but you
are simply
not a diamond
you're shaped by the seasons
which bring pain and strength
while diamonds are cold
you are warm
you inhale and you exhale
and feel and make mistakes
while diamonds are dead
you are alive
you bring life and art
and love to this world
like a rock never could
and that you could never know
you are worth
more love and pride
than a rock ever could
and than you could ever know
because you
are simply
not a diamond
you are so much more
13.04.20
dear Kaitlyn,
you are simply not a diamond
no one is and no one should be
don't treat yourself like one
you are so much more
your friend, efni