Different

Thought you were different
When I met you
Your vibe was unique
I liked the way you spoke
Your scent was delicious
I liked your white pearly teeth
Every time you smiled
Every time you held me
I felt safe
I felt happy
But you went
And broke my heart
I couldn’t believe what was said
The streets were talking
When I asked you
All I got was “Suck it up”
I realized you weren’t “Different”
You did the same thing as my past
I walk with my head high
A smile and realized..
I deserve more
I walked away
I can love myself again.

Being a Mother means

Being a mother means
No sleep
No “you” time
Not getting to hang out
Not being able to put yourself first
Being a mother means
It isn’t about you anymore
He needs you
She needs you
Being a mother means
You clean
You cook
You do laundry
Being a mother means
You can’t cry or fail
You need to pick yourself up
And try again
Being a mother means
You find a way
You got this because of them
They are the reason you live
Being a mother means
Unconditional love
Someone you can call yours
Someone who will love you back.