RECLAIMING WE

What do I want to say to you?

First off, I want to say that I’m sorry. I’m sorry that the world has placed such a burden on you, and I’m sorry for my part in making the weight heavier. I’m also sorry that I haven’t been by your side helping you to shoulder the load. I must admit that I see you differently than I did during my teen years and twenties. At 37 years of age, I finally understand my place in your life. You’re so much more than your beauty, body and your ability to live up to society’s limited perception on you. In effect to this realization, I now know that I must assume the role of being more for you. I’m your friend. I’m your protector. I’m your lover. I’m your homie, your shoulder to lean on, your voice of reason, and your confidant.

I honestly long to get to know you, like for real get to know you! I mean, what makes you tick? What makes you smile? What makes you cry? What makes you feel seen? What makes you feel cared for? What makes you feel safe and protected? What motivates you? What do you want to get out of your shot at life? What do you want from me? How can I help you? What can I give to you? And most importantly, how can we be better to each other? How can we hold space for our collective healing? These are questions that I seriously need to know so that we can grow…TOGETHER!

It starts with us! it starts with us working together and having enough courage to let down our guards and finally step outside of our fortresses.. I applaud you for the daily work that you do to improve your personal situation, and I want to let you know that I’m making strides to improve my own being. However, ultimately, I realize that we must come back together to do the work on us. We must start the process of RECLAIMING WE. Will you join me?