be yourself
you are the gift life wants—
precisely as you are—why
else would you be here?
unpack your role to play
throw open the door
let late afternoon sun
warm polished wood
your feet feel the planks
find your center
wriggle your shoulders
and dance—
waltz or boogie or jive,
your way
2023 ©Amrita Skye Blaine
I’m writing a poem a day. These are drafts—not final versions.
the heart of the matter 
Thank you. I needed to read this today. You came through for me. I am grateful. XO Sylvia
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I needed to read it again today, too!! I’m so glad.
with love,
Amrita
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