Like shoes that pinch my toes
And socks stretched so thin
They tear into holes,
Like jeans that will not rise
No matter how much I shimmy
Them over my thighs,
Like a sweater squeezing too tight
Because it is ages since
It last fit right,
Like clothes, well-worn and loved,
I have outgrown this life in search
For one bigger to be part of.
© Jade M. Wong
Inspired by one of the best friends who said recently, “Stop shrinking to fit places you’ve outgrown.”
Oh so touching.
Thank you!
You’re welcome 😉
Beautifully stated. I hope that you do indeed stop making yourself small enough to fit into places you’ve outgrown. Bravo.
Thank you for the kind comment. It certainly is a process. I hope you are well.
Very evocative ❤
Thank you for reading, I’m glad you enjoyed!
It’s a pleasure
Loved it!
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed 🙂
🙂
Beautifully expressed!
Thank you, Diana!
You’re welcome!
Wise words from the best friend that inspired this beautiful piece, Jade! I think we’re all tiring of hiding our authentic selves to please others or keep the status quo…it’s time to break free.
Thank you! It’s always good to surround yourself with those wiser than yourself 🙂 I agree that I think we’re all tired indeed of hiding our authentic selves, but I hope we all discover the courage to live authentically. I hope you are well, Kim!
I am happy and well despite the roller coaster we all find ourselves on! Thank you for asking, Jade…
Oh, I loved this! So easy to relate to. Glad to know I’m not alone in the boat! Ha!
xoxox 😘💕🌹
Definitely not alone! We are all similar in our struggle to figure out who we are and how to live our lives authentically to us, and we are all affected by what the world tells us. I hope you will find a life that fits you better too, my friend! Thank you for being here 🙂
Yes, I am, happily! Thank you so much for your sweet wishes! Hope you are having a wonderful week, Jade!
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
Words ring true 💙 progression part of personal growth.
Thank you for reading and commenting. I’m glad you enjoyed 🙂
You’re welcome. 🙂
Effective metaphor!
Thank you for reading!
My pleasure!
Some empowerment stuff right there.
Yes, indeed! Thank you for reading, H 🙂