My Poem

Today I can eat before I hear my stomach groan,

I am living in the solution and not going it alone…

I have opened up the vulnerability that’s inside,

Letting go of the need to control and living with ego and pride…

I can feel the freedom of caring for myself,

Instead of wallowing in self pity and letting go of my health…

Yes, it’s easier said than done that part is true,

I get to love myself and care about me and you!

I No longer have to I live in self condemnation,

I just reach out to my Creator and have an honest conversation…

When the time comes that I feel frustrated or blue,

I now have a choice and tools to make it through…

No longer will I stay stuck with negative thoughts in my head,

I’m following a new plan of action

Faith without works is dead!!

Submitted by Tammara H.

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