A beautiful mind
Creative and strong

They fight so hard
But she won’t make it long

Everyone is against her
Or so it seems

I wish I could help her
I can hear their screams

trying to get out
But no one will let her

The demons keep them locked away
With no shelter

But somehow I’ll find a way
Whether it’s night or day

I’ll keep them safe, away from the harm
If only in a small way

I won’t let them hurt you like they hurt me
And when the time comes
I’ll set you free

Deep ruffled hair
She smells of sweet jasmine and Desi cooking

She emanates her culture
And shared it with me

She swirls around the room in a deep red saree
Her little sister watches inspired

A teacher with a good heart
Never failing to understand

A friend with a sweet smile
Never wanting to pretend

She is perfect in every way
And yet not

That’s why I like her
Oh and she’s hot

I’ve been working on myself
I’m getting there
It’s hard to do
But please be fair

I get anxious easily
Please don’t pressure me

I’m working on myself
I’ve been getting sleep
And remembering to eat

I’m listening to my body
And trying to respond
So please don’t act like you don’t see

I’m working on myself
I’m going to therapy
Hopefully they give me anxiety medication
So I can have full clarity

I call out the hateful thoughts
And replace them with
Soft talks

Just please be patient
Healing takes time
The poetry helps too
I’m learning to rhyme

I’m sending you messages
Are you even getting them?

“Come back to me”

I hope you listen