I cannot make you stay. I cannot make you love me. But in the quiet moments of solitude, I have found myself. I have fallen in love with this skin, this body that carries the weight of a thousand poems. Each day, I embrace this blackness, kissed by the sun every morning, and I am content with the way the Universe has crafted me. Flaws and all, I am perfect in its eyes. I stand tall, knowing that my worth is not defined by your presence or absence, but by the love I have for myself. In this journey of self-discovery, I have found peace, and that is enough.

As I walk through life, I am reminded of the strength that lies within me. The resilience that has been forged through trials and triumphs. I am a fabric of experiences interwoven throughout my life.Each scar, each imperfection, tells a story of survival and growth. I am not defined by the love I receive from others, but by the love I give to myself and others.

In the stillness of the night, I find solace in my own company. The stars above whisper secrets of the cosmos, reminding me that I am a part of something greater. I am a child of the Universe, crafted with intention and purpose. My journey is unique, and my path is mine to walk. I embrace the unknown with open arms, trusting that the Universe will guide me.

I am enough. I am whole. I am a masterpiece in progress, ever evolving and ever-growing. And in this moment, I am content.

© Beatriz Esmer