Those Who Know Poem by Susan Lacovara

Those who know
The me that is mine
Authenticity unrehearshed
See the righteousness of my ways
And braid in their loving twine
To secure I am a well received package
That deserves to be opened and explore
It's contents clear and kind
Rare as a valuable antique
Beautiful as a one of a kind gem
Those who know
The battles and bruises I've endured
Will look upon my badges
And admire the before and afters
Without turning a judgemental eye
To stare upon the obvious flaws and scars
We all carry under our steam cleaned clothing
Those who know
The lionhearted loyalty preserved
And the lightening quick forgiveness I serve
Will stand beside my blustery blues
And remind me they are
Those who know