i much prefer limes
an old poem I wrote about my initial Lyme's Disease diagnosis.
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The first time I tried a lime,
I spit it out.
The tarty taste lingered
and my face scrunched up.
But at least the effects were temporary.
At least it didn't age me
and now I'm 15 in a broken body.
At least I didn't cry out from the pain,
stabbing into my body, with no relief in sight.
At least it didn't drain all my energy
like a vampire latched to my neck.
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So now I'm trapped in my mind
thinking about how much of a difference
one letter can make in my life.
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Author's Note: I was going through some things and found this piece in a old journal. The timing was crazy since I've been going through a crappy flare-up thanks to a combination of a sinus infection and overexertion.
Don't worry, I'm doing better.
It's so surreal, knowing that over ten years ago, my life changed. Over the years, I've learned a lot and heard of other's experiences, many of whom are worse than mine. I had to change my expectations and learn my limitations time and time again, but I live a pretty good life, even if it wasn't the one I planned for.
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Those pieces that capture such raw emotion from our pasts can really create a landmark of where weβve been and where we are now. Glad to hear youβre doing better and that youβve found joy despite the hardships!
I'm so sorry for what you're going through π₯Ί But I'm glad you're feeling better. Sending you lots of love and hugs β€οΈ
Flare ups are the pits. I am so glad you are feeling better. Thank you for sharing how it feels, no one would understand the discomfort or pain.Hugs!!!!
Outstanding. I much prefer limes also. I can handle the tartness. Great work, Alexandria.
β‘πβ‘ Our challenges make us stronger. How we respond to our problems leads to the evolution our souls. Love it you turn adversity into art! β‘πππβ‘β‘β‘
Brilliant, but Lymes isn't at all....:(