I am tired of being told that I am not beautiful
I am beautiful as I am.
I am tired of how this society worships youth.
because I do not look like the models
in fashion magazines and on television.
I'm sick and tired of being told that
I'm not beautiful if I don't wear the
latest bra that forces my breasts upward
and inward to create an illusion of
youthful perky breasts.
Never mind that it is highly uncomfortable
and bad for your health.
I am the shape that was gifted.
My breasts are no longer perky and upright
like when I was a teenager.
My hips are wider than that of a fashion model's.
For this I am glad, for these
are the signs of a life lived.
My breasts are not perky and have
the streaks of stretch marks on them.
These are signs that I nourished my children here.
I bonded with them here.
My hips are wider, but I consider this a blessing.
I'm thankful for these hips.
They have allowed me to birth my children with ease.
I am not twenty any more and
have the knowledge of life's experiences.
I have gained the wisdom and knowledge
to be able to make good decisions in my life.
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