Inner Woman

Did I do something wrong?

Will you be mad at me?

Am I good enough?

Will you love me still?

The whispers are a plague

And I know they aren’t true

My child you are strong

You have no reason to fear

You are safe

I will keep you so

Your trust in me is good

Never misplaced

But momma got angry

I was never sure

Tips toes

Do not disturb

Follow the rules

Ever changing in the night

My child you are loved

Anxiety is never right

I will care for you

As should have been

Then and now my promise

To make your world

Consistent, whole

Loved

My adult self is my own

Best mother

And I know because

My worth is priceless

I am unique

There is no other

To love myself

Is my own best

Gift

I love the child inside myself

As no other can or should

And because I do

Love visits me

With grace sweet

Treasure

And life is good.