I'm Still Standing

i often wonder why anyone would want to read

about my struggles...but there is a part of me that knows

sharing these daily scrimmages is the right thing to do.

everyone has their own wars

we seek connection...we seek ourselves in others to prove
we are not the only ones with broken pieces. 

we are all part of the scar clan 

life isn't always easy when you are born
with an oceanic heart. you feel things too
deeply...see things differently...love too fiercely
but that's ok
you become a warrior
life hardens you off just enough that inside
you remain tender but on the outside 
you are strong
and you greet each day
shield and sword in hand
and cry out
im
still
standing