The Power of I Am

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Forever We Will Be

As I stood there in your kitchen, three thousand miles from home, My arms around your neck, touching cheek to cheek, I could feel your love consume me, from my head to feet.

Now I am back home, sitting here all alone, And though I may not be in your arms tonight, I know that I will forever reside in your heart.

The frustrations you faced, the tears I shed, The laughter we shared, the summer we fell in love, I wouldn't trade those memories we made, For distance and time cannot diminish our love.

No matter how far apart we find ourselves to be, No matter the months that pass us by, You shall forever remain in my heart, I testify.

We may never be together, Perhaps our destinies lie on separate paths, But our spirits shall forever intertwine, In my heart, you'll forever be in mine. Written July 24, 2008

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There is no one else but you

What will it take to get through to you, There is no one else but you. I've tried everything to show you how much I care, There isn't anything I wouldn't spare.

What else can I do to get through to you, There is no one else but you. No matter what I do or where I go, There is nothing more I'd rather do. Than be with you In the morning and even through the night, There is no one else I'd rather hold tight. If I had my way, we'd be together both day and night, Because there is no one else I'd rather be with than you.

There is not much more to say, I hope this gets through to you. There is no one else but you. Written May 1995

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Falling in Love with You

I've fallen in love with you Of which I did not think I could do. I didn't want it to happen, But what was I to do?

Before I knew it, we were apart, And it broke my heart. I had no idea I could ever hurt like this again, I always said "when we're through, we're through."

If only I knew, What you could do to my heart. Now I face a problem, I never thought I would.

Do I tell you I love you, Or keep it in my head? You don't want me to love you, This I know is true.

And I know you'll never love me too, But what am I to do? For I've fallen in love with you.

Written April 1996

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Do You Love Me?

Do you love me?

When you tell me you love me, it runs through my spine.

It always makes me feel wonderful, I get a warm feeling inside.

Do you love me?

I stop and think again.

You never tell me, not even your closest friends.

Are you lying, or are you just shy?

I've given you my heart, and also my soul.

I'd do anything for you, Even give up my goals.

So, Maybe you do love me,

It makes me think even more,

For you have no reason to lie to me any more.

So, maybe you do love me,

Maybe, I'll never know.

But let me tell you one thing,

Before I have to go.

If you love me, I love you too!

But if you don't, Please don't say that you do.

For it will hurt to much when we are through,

If you keep telling me that you do.

Do you love me?"

Written by Michelle Dec 1985

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The Time has Come - Time To Heal

The time has come, it's time to heal, my dear Let me embrace you And hold you near Know that you are deeply loved It's time for your healing, my love

It's time to run and play And to bask in the sun all day You're no longer broken It's time to stand tall, and unshaken

The time has come to start anew To love ourselves and each other too We'll strive to regain our rhythm And reclaim the life we once knew

You are precious and renewed And now's the time to pursue Our dreams, with nothing to lose No longer needing to be blue It's time to radiate your light So everyone can see you shining bright Let go of past pain and regret It's time to show that you cannot be defeated Rise up and start anew With confidence, strength, and truth. https://monarchmichelle.com/

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Fear of the Quiet

Silence is where screams reside, where the tears roll, the fear thrives inside it is in the noise I find the joy Please don't leave me in silence, oh boy!

It's not where I want to be it's not the bumps in the night that scare me it's the silence that I fear the most

Left alone with these thoughts of mine Amidst  the chaos, thoughts are lost in time, I sit with my thoughts all alone searching and yearning to hear something new Yet silence offers nothing to pursue.

Thoughts persist, sleep evades, these thoughts of mine won't ever let me lay distractions keep the thoughts at bay I will save them for another day

Just let me be let me lay in peace it is in the silence I can feel the toils and hear the screams it's all deafening to me I don't want to be all alone WITH JUST ME

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I have failed

I have failed, I have failed, I have failed, 

This I know with certainty, 

Despite being blessed, I am still stressed, 

Take me home it’s where I’ve been longing to be, 

It must be exciting and new. 

Yet sometimes I feel all alone, 

As though you all have abandoned me. 

But I know it's not true, 

For that's something you all wouldn't do, 

You all love me sincerely, and my heart is truly blessed. 

 So, I’ll bask in the glory, 

For I deserve to chase All my hopes and dreams, 

And to let them grow and be free. 

I am shining bright, 

And with this life, I will succeed, 

So, I’ll keep it up, for the best is yet to be.

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Ebb and Flow

I am forever ebbing and flowing, With twists and turns, my path unknowing. Tides low and tides high, in endless motion, Forever changing, a ceaseless devotion.

One day, to the big blue sea I'll go, But for now, cherishing moments that glow. Down the hills, spills may befall, Yet the trees stand tall, guardians of all.

They let me ebb and flow, Embracing who I wish to show. Oh, the trees, my dear friends, Granting freedom that never ends.

Lucky to have their watchful gaze, They guide and shape me through winding days. Sometimes right, their direction true, Into the night, their whispers pursue.

But ultimately, it's me in charge, Ebbing and flowing, life's path at large. Twisty road, a little rusty too, Left behind, ready for something new.

Harsh and hurried, the journey pressed, A trail remains, witnessed by the rest. Thought it wouldn't follow, yet it clings, Twisted and turned, the memory stings.

Pushing forward, destination in sight, The blue sea, a beacon of light. Almost there, can taste the sweet air, A testament to resilience and care.

Rough road endured, so close to seize, Dreams and hopes carried on the breeze. Almost here, keep going, don't halt, You've almost made it, never fault.

Press on, push through, the sun will shine, Storms will pass, a radiant sign. Ahead, lazy days and gentle breeze, Ebb and flow, in tranquil ease.

Soon you'll float, so blissfully free, Bask in the sun, a symphony. In the vast sea, your heart will sing, The best lies ahead, where dreams take wing. https://monarchmichelle.com/

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Trauma, Trauma, Let Me Be - A Poem for Survivors

Trauma, Trauma, set me free,

From the chains that bind me painfully.

I have places I need to see,

So please, just let me be.

You came to me when I was small,

And held me close, refusing to withdraw.

But now it's time to let me go,

And find your way back to the unknown.

Oh, Trauma, Trauma, why so blue?

Our time together is long overdue.

Please, leave me now, I beg of you,

For I have dreams I need to pursue.

Fly away into the light,

And let forgiveness be your guide.

Return to me as love and light,

And heal the wounds you left behind.

Trauma, Trauma, it's time to go,

For I am tired of the endless woe.

You've caused me pain and left me low,

But now I'll rise and let my spirit glow.

There's no place for you in my home,

For I am stronger than you've ever known.

I'll find the courage to dream and roam,

And leave you in the past, all alone.

So long, Trauma, toot-a-loo,

I've taken charge and broken through.

No longer will I be bound to you,

Now, I’m living free and true. https://monarchmichelle.com/

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Breaking Free: From Surviving to Living. Poem

In the depths of life's stormy sea, At sweet sixteen, a child conceived in me, A mother, too young, faced with fears untold, Embarking on a journey I could not yet behold.

Eighteen arrived, another life to bear, The weight of responsibilities I had to share, A soul too tender, a heart not yet wise, Yearning for freedom beneath uncertain skies.

Twenty dawned, a third blessing appeared, With each passing day, the burdens veered, A life on hold, dreams tucked away, Trapped in a cycle that held my spirit at bay.

At twenty-four, a battle arose, A custody struggle, my soul in throes, Locked in a realm of endless strife, Surviving, not living, in a painful life.

Years slipped by, tears left their mark, Yet deep within, there flickered a spark, A whisper of hope, a glimmer of light, Guiding me towards a future shining bright.

Today, I stand with newfound grace, The shackles released, pain I embrace, For now, my chance to truly be alive, To soar with joy, and my dreams revive.

No longer trapped, I spread my wings wide, Embracing life's wonders, no longer to hide, I'll seize each moment, with passion, I'll strive, Breaking free from the shackles, finally alive.

In the battles I've faced, I've found strength anew, Lessons learned, resilience grew, I'll savor the present, cherish what's mine, Living, not just surviving, in this precious time.

So let the past be a testament, my tale, Of struggles endured, and wounds that did scale, For now, I'll embrace the freedom I've won, Living each day, basking in life's golden sun.

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