counting
weighing
counting
weighing
that's too much-- I can't
restrain
this is my life
to count
to weigh
my eyes are sunken?
huh, didn't realize
my thoughts have me sunk in
count
weigh
count
restrain
I've lost a few pounds?
oh, I'm not so sure
my thoughts bring quickened heart pounds
weigh
count
weigh
you say my thoughts are a lie?
to be sure, I would never
my thoughts cradle me in the bed I lie
count
weigh
count
this is the price I must pay
a few years ago I suffered from an eating disorder. every now and then she still tries to creep up but I am definitely in a much better place. here's to all who might be going through it. you're not alone, you are more than just a number.
YOU ARE READING
anthology of life
Poetrya collection of poems and short writings. would love to collab with fellow poets and short story writers!
