do not uproot yourself just because there are weeds growing in your heart

do not uproot yourself just because he plucked your petals

put on your war paint

and bloom

your tears can grow daisies

and your love can build mountains-

do not let him make an avalanche out of you

the shade of the evergreens will try to fool your sense of self-

don't listen to their whispers

he did not make you strong-

he only stunted your growth

if he makes you feel like

the soil beneath your fingertips,

remember

you are beautiful

in everything you do

the sun can't hold a candle to you