A glance in the mirror did show
That mustache just had to go
She had to be strong
Since it took her so long
To get the darn thing to grow
©2022 Annette Rochelle Aben
A glance in the mirror did show
That mustache just had to go
She had to be strong
Since it took her so long
To get the darn thing to grow
©2022 Annette Rochelle Aben
Trying on dresses
A closet filled with options
It can take hours
Finally, find the right one
This better match the earrings
©2020 Annette Rochelle Aben
We
Grew up
Together
Sharing laughter
Silences and dreams
Adulthood called us out
So, into the world we went
Some of our plans changed with the times
And suddenly, we were much older
Wondering, in silence, where our youth went
©2019 Annette Rochelle Aben
Femininity
Used to describe women’s worth
Behavior judgement
Yet there’s so much more
When defining a woman
Look deep inside her
Listen to her soul
Encourage her hopes and dreams
Step back, give her space
Offer your support
Allow her to make mistakes
Applaud her efforts
Ask her for advice
Guide with your advice when asked
She’ll make up her mind
Women are people
People are more than their looks
Much more than we see
So please dig deeper
Discover real women
Then please, redefine
©2016 Annette Rochelle Aben