Grandfather’s Vineyard
Grandfather’s Vineyard …
This is my old grandfather’s vineyard
where I sat as a little girl,
being told who I should be and why
I never managed to measure up
to the expectations of my tribe.
I felt so bad inside,
so small,
so insignificant.
I was feeling sick inside.
For those of you who have never had
low self-esteem,
You cannot imagine what a victory
that is for me to be able to accept myself as ME.
But here is what I can say:
I do what I want to do.
I think what I want to think.
I feel what i want to feel.
I do not need your approval.
And here is the best part about it,
Not only do I do it,
I do it joyfully
and without feeling guilty.
I like the word recovery,
And I like the word recovered.
I do think it’s possible.
I do think I am.
And I think you can be.
So paint your future
oozing with possibility.
Find examples of what recovery
would look like for you.
And I will be over here consistently
reminding you
that recovery can look different
for me and you.
I promise it is possible.
I promise it is worth it.
I promise it is necessary.
I PROMISE IT FEELS JUST RIGHT
TO BE ACCEPTED AS YOU.
BE HAPPY TO BE YOU
AND MAKE YOUR OWN PRESENCE COUNT.
~
© Copyright 2016 All Rights Reserved Beata Stasak
- Grandfather’s Vineyard - July 31, 2016
Thank you, Beata, for this inspiring poem. Congratulations for overcoming the hurt of your childhood. Thank you for being you.
Nicely said, Beata – and with a powerful message.
Well said Phyllis, and without doing just that, we can never truly be happy or achieve what we want to in life. A very profoundly true poem with a beautifully shared message of affirmation. Take care.
Thanks, Tony. This was written by Beata Stasak. I first published it under my account then transferred it to Beata’s account. She lives on a farm in Western Australia and does not have good internet connections. She sent me the poem and asked me to publish it for her. That image of the vineyards was on Images inaire. It really is Beata’s Grandfather’s vineyard. I sent her the link to her post and hope she can view it to read comments.
It is a pleasure to have you as an author here at The Creative Exiles, Beata. This is a delightful and inspiring poem.
Hello Beata, an inspirational pen. Life is there for taking, and its wonderful to hear your joy of overcoming struggle and embracing the beauty and confidence of individuality, loving life. Thank you!
Best,
Mel
A most inspiring poem full of hope and positive vibes.
The image of the future oozing with possibility is such a strong one of hope. Beautifully written, Beata!