I am courageous
and terrified.
A brave warrior
and a shrinking violet.
Forgiving
while relishing thoughts of karmic retribution.
Non-violent
while imagining a horrendous demise.
Confident
and jealous of another’s success.
Welcoming
while holding steel-clad boundaries.
Empathetic
and judgmental.
Letting go
while harboring resentment.
Loving
yet filled with hate.
Appearing strong
while sheltering a broken heart.
Resilient
but easily discouraged.
Passionate
yet timid.
Sensuous
and shy.
Creative
and excruciatingly predictable.
Adventurous
while remaining comfortable in my routine.
Open to learning
and opinionated.
Exceedingly kind
but cruel when crossed.
Generous with my heart
and selfish with my time.
Accepting of our humanity
while being completely intolerant of imperfection.
Desiring Union
while building walls of division.
Simple
yet complex.
copyright Lauri Ann Lumby
