You were born
with the light of a nebula
inside of you, natural
as your loving smile
tortured now by isolation
and a waning strength
that has your commitment
maimed and muted.
But underneath that light still surges,
cannot be snuffed out or ignored.
You are blessed with invincible charm
that takes up a room
and soothes every broken soul.
Do not let circumstances threaten your joy
or hold you in a world you don’t belong in.
Breathe easy and expand, remember your
purpose and your birthright, swiftly
go deep, find the pulse everlasting, knowing yourself,
stretch your arms out, know it and believe.
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Copyright © by Allison Grayhurst 2025
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First published in “Raven Cage Zine” December 2025
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