I pledge to love myself

whether it rains or shine

Amidst fear and anger

In pain or sorrow

Self love is the only salve I seek

 

When all else fails

And darkness unfolds

My relationship with self

would be the balm that heals

my pain

 

© Norma Bobb-Semple 2016

This poem is dedicated to the people who find it hard, to find time, to appreciate and love themselves.