Never look

Back for nothing in the past will help you detach and move forward.

You are shining now, and it’s time to appraise all the hard work you have been doing.

It’s time to own who you are and to realize that you have so much more to give and all you have to do is believe.

And stand up for yourself because you have played it small, but you have survived, darling.

And I’m so proud of you for seeing your worth so much more than you ever thought.

And as you blossom from a caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly. I still see the light in you exploding out of you as you use your voice for good.

The smile and joy you get when you realize that the things you’ve dreamed of are possible, and they are because you took the time to open up.

You took the time to throw out the old and realize even when you are low. You are worthy of getting back up again.

You are something unique and unbelievably brave and wonderful, and this world is lucky to have you.

And it’s okay that only a few see you for who you are. Because one day I know more will see you for you.

So keep going, darling, and don’t stop even when you trip over yourself; get back up and wipe those tears away and hold your head high.

For you are a gem, this world will see, and when your light finally goes out, there will be tears and smiles, for you left your to mark in more than one way.

I will never forget you, and neither will the world, which I know is true. So fly high, my friend, as you continue to bless this world and keep seeing it for what it is.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes