As a Woman

In celebration of International Women's Day, this is my tribute to every Divine Feminine.

As a woman, I shall not be defined 

if it'll solely leave me confined

I shall not be condescendingly told

to wander through my garden 

every time I come off as bold

As a woman, of course I'm not 

devoid of vanity,

But I decline to be as vain

as an idle beauty 

It polishes my confidence when

I'm flattered,

But no flattery remains unshattered

As a woman, you can look at me

with pleasure,

But I aspire that you look up to me

like a savior 

You can hold the door for me

and lead the way,

But don't escort me like a weakling

who'd go astray

As a woman, my heart swells

to be cared for,

Just as my spirit traverses worlds

carried by Love and honor 

Yes, as a woman, I would surrender

to a loyal touch,

Yet, give me my days when I need

not to cling too much

As a woman, I'm counting on

your adoration,

But allow me to peak higher and

brandish myself as an inspiration 

I like pretty things, featherlight 

and sentimental

More often than not, my fragility

appears mental

Because as a woman, I possess

such tremendous energy

Akin to creation's throes and

fecundity 

As a woman, I hope to be a wonder

at a glance and out of sight,

A thought of an esteemed delight

Us,women aren't merely an ornament

for gazing and plucking,

We are the relentless flowering

that knows to trust its suffering

-Nicola An

03/08/2024