THE VIRGINIA NORMAL

by Lakendra Elliott

I forgive you self, for all the years I neglected you
With the hurtful things that I put you through

I forgive you self, for the emotions I made you feel
When you did not take the time to heal

I forgive you self, for the lies and deceit I once told
When in reality it was your dignity you sold

I forgive you self, for the blood, sweat and tears
From being too afraid to overcome your fears

I forgive you self, so you can be happy and free,
After processing who you were internally

I forgive you self,

I forgive you self, so you can learn to forgive me