TIRED OF SAD POEMS (Poem)

Poetry

Apr 10

TIRED OF SAD POEMS

I’m tired of writing sad poems,

tired of the reminder

that my existence is political.

Blackness is political.

Haven’t watched the news in years

cuz I was tired of donating tears

to everyone’s pain but my own.

Plus, I was tired of inviting Black deaths

into my home.

I’ve really grown,

which is why I’m tired of writing sad poems.

Now, I speak life unto myself.

I speak, therefore I am

and since I Am is love, so am I.

How’ bout we rest ‘til we ain’t tired?

Well-dressed poet, theatre artist, and breast cancer survivor.

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