Who I Am Poem by Melissa L Tamayo

I was born from insecurity
I’m as loyal as can be
I barely knew my father
I’m a mother of two sons
I fall in love with everyone
I’m a sister and a niece
I cherish all my memories
This is who I am

I’m a lover and a fighter
I also have a daughter
I was born in the Bronx
I’m as complex as a fox
I’m faithful, but a sinner
I lose but still a winner
I’m happy and I’m sad
I’m a blessed with what I have
This is who I am

I am cursed when I think the worst
I let my imagination burst
Inside I fight insanity
Outside I’m sane as can be
I shut down when I face defeat
I strive when I hold my pride
This is who I am
Some can’t understand