To Whoever Reads These Words



To whoever reads these words,
I want you to know this truth.
No matter where you are,
Or what challenges you face,
You are enough.

It's easy to lose sight of this fact,
To feel like you're always falling short.
But I am here to tell you,
That you are perfect just as you are.

You might have days that feel impossible,
Nights where you can't find peace.
But know that even in those moments,
You are still enough.

I'm so proud of you for not giving up,
For pushing through the struggles and the strife.
Your strength and resilience are remarkable,
And they inspire me every day.

To whoever reads these words.
Take heart,
And know that you are loved.
You are valued and appreciated,
And everything about you is just right.

Keep shining your light,
And moving forward with courage.
You are enough,
And always will be. 

To whoever reads these words.
I love you
Though I don't know who you are.

To whoever reads these words.
I write them,
Because I myself,
Am desperate to hear them said to me.
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Written on June 01, 2023

Submitted by JoeStrickland on June 01, 2023

1:07 min read
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Quick analysis:

Scheme AxbxC xxdb exxc xxex Axxxf fxCg Adb Axxg
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 997
Words 221
Stanzas 8
Stanza Lengths 5, 4, 4, 4, 5, 4, 3, 4

Joe Strickland

Writer from South Carolina. Recently signed first publishing contract and is waiting for release date of first collection of poetry. I've never written a poem while completely sober. You can follow me on Twitter/X @JoeStricklandAU more…

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  • Oceanloveisland
    Ditto
    LikeReply12 days ago
  • Fayleeg26
    The message is beautiful and the poem is well written
    .
    LikeReply11 months ago

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