by Latrisha Smith-Barney

Created on: May 27, 2009

In My Season

I am in my season now.

Bold, brassy, and sassy.

Embracing my natural curves. Accepting them.

I remember in days gone by,

Longing for that lean perfectness,

for that illusive ideal of beauty.

But, Im in my season now.

I am strong enough to define beauty on my own terms.

Beauty is me. A black woman strong and proud.

Beauty is a smile that encompasses the universe.

Beauty is an enchanting song. Beauty is the echo of my laughter on a sunny day.

Beauty is me. Standing in front of the mirror embracing my curves.

Bold, Brassy, and Sassy. Beautiful, indeed.

Ah, yes. 'Tis true. I am in my season now.

Written May 27, 2009

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