An Indomitable Grace

Everyday, it is another day.
Look at myself in the mirror.
Do my hair.
Do my makeup.
Look beautiful.
Smile.
Tell yourself you’re happy.
Believe you are happy.
Be happy.

I wonder what it’s like when somebody loves you.
I’ve heard it’s wonderful.
I remember it’s wonderful.

Am I beautiful?
Smile.

Yes.

Today, I will not be strong;
I will be weak,
but beautiful.

Today, I will be humble,
and it will hurt,
until it doesn’t.