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Change its

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Real and it’s coming at me full force

And I know I have to embrace it because I want it.

But resistance and fear are real, too, and they all want my attention.

I’m trying to stay afloat as I sail for my goals, and I’m trying to listen to the voice that says it’s time for you to stand up and stand out because you can’t afford to hide anymore.

For I’m needed, and even though some say to play it safe, that luxury was okay for the old me; the new me can’t stand it.

So here I am, trying to be on top, yet I feel like I’m standing behind a curtain, and they’re calling me on stage, but I can’t seem to come out.

But at the same time, I feel myself growing stronger with the need to go on that stage and say what I have to say from the heart.

But today isn’t that day, but maybe tomorrow or the next day. I know I will get up there soon enough.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

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I used

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To live in the light

But you kept seeing how great I was

And so you used me until I became a shell of myself.

Now, the darkness is where I stand, even though there is still some light in me.

I can’t call on it for help anymore, for I saw the good in you, and what a fool I was.

Now, I barely have compassion or care for anything or anyone.

And now, when I see you, I don’t see a human but the devil himself, and I can’t help but feel nothing for you.

I blink at you and walk by you, and it’s like you don’t exist anymore.

I know you’re there, but my sense of cutting you off because toxic and liars have no place in my paradise.

And as I stand in the darkness and see the reflection of the light maybe one day I will go back but for now, I feel safe here in the dark where you seem to not notice or care for me.

And for the first time, I’m happy being left alone.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

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Pillow

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You support me when I am sad

I can always lean on you for support when I need it the most.

You never complain when I soak you with my tears.

When I am tired, you are always there for me to lay my head on.

And because of you, I sleep so much better now.

You bring me comfort and peaceful nights.

With your satin case, you are so soft and dependable, so much better for my skin and hair.

I’m grateful to you. My body feels so much better since I got you.

You’re always there.

And relying on you, my sleep quality has improved, and the discomfort in my body has disappeared.

Your consistent presence when I return home is much appreciated as my head caresses you tonight.

As soon as I turn off the lights, the best sleep covers me like a thin blanket on this scorching summer night.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

This poem was written five months ago as a writer’s block exercise, and now. I want to share it, and I know it’s a silly poem about my pillow, but it helped me write that day.

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The year of 2023

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You showed up initially with so much hope to get things done. And I’m not going to lie; you were making some great moves and meeting deadlines, and the results were good, even with last-minute fixes.

You presented a great book.

But then you burned out, trying to do something new and uncomfortable and overwhelming that you were stuck and down for far too long.

And so you thought there was no hope or light at the end of the tunnel. And right when you were about to give up a familiar face showed you grace and offered you help and support, and like a new, energized Bunny, you were off to get things done, and wow, did you get them done.

And then you showed your wins, and another hand came out and helped you up to the next stage of your journey. You shot off like a rocket, and even in the rough turbines, you did your task and made your deadlines again.

Ultimately, the year was not all your vision, but success was there as you crossed the finish line in 2023.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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Nine days until

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It’s Christmas, and I’m excited and tired too

This season seems so long, and I know I will miss it when it’s gone.

But the presents are all under the tree, and I’m tired and ready to open them and see the cheer and joy on my family’s faces.

But frankly, I’m counting down the days until it’s over and this year ends.

Even though this year has had some incredible ups and so many real lows, I will miss it, but at the same time, I’m ready to wave goodbye.

But until then I will enjoy my Christmas movies and all the Christmas lights on all the houses and be excited and tired but filled with joy for I know this time of year can be a bag of mixed emotions.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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In these

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Moments, the excitement of the holiday seems so innocent and simple.

The twinkle lights still excite you as you wait for more lights to be put up around the neighborhood.

Sometimes, the lights guide us back to the spirit of Christmas we may have lost when life wasn’t as innocent as we thought.

Even when the time spent with your favorite people is all you crave this time of year.

I think we all feel the joy and excitement this time of year as the sadness and joy of another year come to an End and the hope the next year will be better.

As spends by with 22 days until Christmas and 28 days until this year ends and a new year begins.

I’m trying to say in the present, but time seems to fly by with no reason to slow down anytime soon.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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To heal

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I had to pull back all the layers that kept me safe all these years: My past insecurities, my uncertainties about my future, and the memories of my past I was still holding onto for far too long.

I thought I had no desire to let them go because if I did, how could I forget and forgive those who hurt me with their words that still haunt me to this day?

So, I could start living in the present, which has ups and downs.

But I’ve learned those struggles have me growing as strong as a tree, and my many layers fall off like fallen leaves.

I am lighter and brighter, and I know I am a fighter until the end.

But I know I have much more to give as my wounds start to peal over and heal to the warmth of autumn’s beauty that surrounds me again.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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No surprise

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Of all the days you would sneak up on me, it would be Halloween.

You came into the party with your Wolf mask on, thinking you looked so smooth.

But your voice gave you away as soon as you didn’t get what you wanted.

I didn’t come to you like prey but ignored you because I no longer like wolves.

I stood up to you that night, and a cheetah came along and guided me to safety, and for once, I felt at home even on a night so dark and cold.

Happy Halloween!

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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I see you

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I hear you

Because you are me

And I’m ready to show you

I’m not backing down as

This journey is getting quite interesting

I’m moving along like a snail sometimes, but I won’t stop until I finish.

I was made for this task, and even though sometimes signing up for the mission is hard, I won’t give up no matter what.

I know you will see me and hear me from now on. I’m not afraid of the unknown, for one step at a time will get me there, where I know I will fight and shine in the light that is me.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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I didn’t let

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You go for you were stuck, and now I

Know you’re capable of getting through the storm.

You were more than capable because you had all you needed inside you all along.

You just had to let the doubt fade away, and you needed someone by your side, and what a month it has been.

To say I am proud of you would be accurate, but also, I know this isn’t the end for you, so keep going, and when you get stuck again, remember this day.

Because all that you need is inside of you because God put it there when he made you, and only you can block your blessings and the path you’re meant to be on.

Today is your wake-up call, and tomorrow is full of more possibilities.

For I know now nothing can stop you, not even the devil and all his doubts he tries to put in your head.

From your past self as a new, you will see it tomorrow!

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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Loving the

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Red of fall

As it arrives with cold nights and even colder mornings.

But you enjoy it as the leaves fall all around, and the beauty of little things catches your eye now and then.

And you stop caring so much about the things you can’t control and focus on the things that bring so much joy and peace to you as the day goes by.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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I can’t

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Just give up

Because I know if I do

It’s going to haunt me for the rest of my life.

The would and could have done that will be on my mind rolling around and teasing me into the end of time.

It will be worse than being bullied and losing my voice.

It will be a never-ending torture that only I can end, so I know I better not give up, for tomorrow is not promised, so today, I will make the most out of it now and hope for the best.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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If I’m being honest

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I’m still fighting to be a better me, but I’m letting God take most of the load.

As I sit in peace and slowly smile again, my life begins to fall back to the ground in one piece again.

For the last couple of days, I felt like I was an ocean apart from my thoughts and feelings.

And I had to stop and pray and reflect and pray more.

When it was all said and done, I felt not alone and wrapped in God’s love and presence.

And no doubt or desperation was eating at my soul.

I knew what I needed to do, and in that moment, was to trust my Savior and see this month of October would be a good one full of hope and growth.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes

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I know

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Sometimes, we’re both right, and sometimes, we’re both wrong.

And it’s not always about being right or wrong

Sometimes, it’s just about being connected again that makes our differences not so challenging to deal with.

Only time will tell how much the trials of life we will go through to find our way on our own.

It’s like everyone else has already pulled away, but you stand by my side like a true friend.

So only time will tell how much longer we have each other back, but I know I won’t be counting down to the end, for life is too short not to take the risk of a friendship that feels true.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes