For Me Poem by Brandi Parker

the dream that was once built
on a solid foundation has now
crumbled to dust a fine powder
the wrecking ball creaked wreaked
and cried havoc on my soul
what once was found is lost again
in losing what i once thought i wanted
i gained my true self
the mirror of self loathing has shattered
i have gained wisdom from my iniquities
my shortcomings have taught me well
i step out of the dust
a new person whole
alone but not lonely
for the first time in my life
i realize the truth was there
disguised and hidden until i was ready
to let go and love myself
honestly the best love affair i've ever had
stepping through the dust
my vision clears enough for me to see
only i can love myself enough
to make the right things happen
for me.