In denial

by Jay Colon   Aug 7, 2016


As a little girl I felt like an outsider

I didn't belong
I didnt feel pretty
I didn't feel comfortable in my skin

I didn't quite understand myself
these feelings I always heard is a sin
I didn't want to feel this way
I was denying who I was

I stopped caring
I didn't care what people think

I had to tell myself

I am beautiful
I am a good person
I am strong
I am enough

I love me

I didn't need anyone
I enjoy my own company
I can finally be around my family

feel like family
not the ugly duckling

i was hiding a big part of myself
I am a lesbian

I accepted who I am
My chest felt alot less heavy

Today I can proudly say

I am a woman
Who is imperfect
Who is growing

I am a lesbian
I love women

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  • 7 years ago

    by stormingdance (Lessa)

    I am not lesbian, but feel like this all the time. Hiding a part of myself, but not sure, what yet. Take care.

    • 7 years ago

      by Jay Colon

      I hope you find what it is because it sure doeant feel good

  • 7 years ago

    by Brenda

    This is a really strong write. It's hard growing up thinking there must be something wrong with yourself and always feeling like you don't belong. You really put those feelings out there. It takes a brave person to tell the world who you are, its also such an empowering statement to make. I wish you all the best! Well done-

    • 7 years ago

      by Jay Colon

      Thank you so so so much really means alot

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