The Audacity To Be Me [Edited]

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Let's have some fun. The last two chapters were a little heavy, right? So, I'm entering a poetry challenge sponsored by WP_Poetry. It's not poetic in any traditional sense, but I'm gonna give it a go. So, this is me... being all unapologetic but having a good time. Besides this version is a little saltier than my official entry.

There was a list of words to choose from, and though only five were required I couldn't help using as many as I could:
•Courage •Dissonant •Eradicate •Fortitude •Ghastly •Ire •Luster •Mystique •Resounding •Sacrifice •Solemn •Spirit •Staccato •Trepidation

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The spirit of Fall is in full swing
October with its dissonant mystique is here

Trees once fertile and lush sacrifice their greenery
The luster of dappled sunlight streams through barren branches
Sidewalks and forrest floors become littered with newly fallen leaves

Is today the day?

Will I summon the courage?

Yes. Today is the day
I will wear my favorite outfit and hold my head high

Without trepidation or reservation
I will march proudly down the street
Black yoga pants, fleece hoodie, feet clad in uggs
Messy bun, edges laid
One look in the mirror and I know I'm slayin'

And, I will...

I will fling open the doors of that coffee shop wide,
And I will wait my turn in line

Comforted by the resounding, persistent thrumming of my phone
Each step takes me closer to my goal

Finally, the moment has arrived. I swallow hard, step forward and make my earnest request -

Pumpkin Spice Latte, please. And, a pecan square - to go.

The barista nods dutifully
Completing each task beautifully

What joyous fortune! Fresh cream! Warm, freshly baked bars!
I revel in my favor, giving silent thanks to the barista for their labor
And leave a tip in the labeled jar

A soft, shy smile lights my face

I have finally decided to breathe free. Proud of the things that I do to please me.

Yes...
I am she
Basic Bitch though I may be

Unapologetic lover of Pumpkin Spice everything

And with that, seek to eradicate my shame
To bring respect back to the game
Haters, after all are quite lame

And with that, seek to eradicate my shameTo bring respect back to the gameHaters, after all are quite lame

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