The other day, I had a date.
I got ready to look my best self;
I pulled up a chair and sat in front of the mirror.
With my favorite drink; looking into my eyes.
There, I saw the real ME.
Not a daughter or a sister, Not a wife or a mom;
Not a person with a list of things to be done.
I looked quite different and so, did I feel.
All the roles and responsibilities,
Have given me so many dimensions.
I have loved living in them and relished it then;
Checking things off the list and feeling accomplished.
But, when I sat there looking into my eyes;
Not judging or complaining or trying to fit into any role;
I smiled and gave myself a little hug;
I was happy that I had still not lost myself.
That date came like a summer shower;
At the right time to refresh and rejuvenate.
I left the place charged up to take on the world;
But not until I had my calendar marked for the next.
 

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