“The Beholder’s Perception”

MASTERPIECE is a series and ebook all about confronting the flaws we try to hide, dim, or ignore. FMR finds the beauty in becoming transparent with who we are and what makes us the amazing beings we’re changing into every day. When you read these poems, allow yourself to feel the words & find yourself. Thank you so much for your support in FMR!

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The Beholders Perception

“I’ve finally fallen in love

It’s the little things that really caught my eye

Let’s be honest, I’d occasionally lie

To hide the love of my life, which is I

So many times I cheated & betrayed myself

All because I wanted more wealth

I wanted the riches of happiness

Now I pose for fun, camera man catch this

This relationship has knocked me off my feet

I once thought with him I’d be complete

But I still faced defeat

Even though I won

Who’s to say I’m not a cover girl or model

I love my body & it’s waddle

This much melanin is a whole lot to swallow

To the sound of this confident drum, I follow

Many nights I cried & asked God why

The rolls

The hair

The excess everywhere

But I had it all wrong

I saw excess but He saw more

More success

More happiness

More joy

Less sadness

I’ve been abundantly blessed

To carry this crown comes with stress

But I’m an A student, of course I’ll pass this test

God just said show up, I’ll handle the rest”

“Thank you so much for coming to join so many other Queens in this amazing experience! Poetry has found its way into my heart for many years now & I love how openly I’m able to express myself through words, vibes, & my imagination! I hope all of these words touch you & I can’t wait to share more with you!” -LEXX