Growth,

When I was young,
I thought of myself
as unworthy.

Today, I know I am worthy.

Coming from where I’m from
will make you feel
unwanted, but today I know
I’m wanted.

Growing up, I didn’t know
what true love was until God
blessed me with five beautiful children.

When I was young,
I didn’t understand the life I was
used to wasn’t really
a life.

I’m no longer depressed, have anxiety,
unloved, unwanted,
and I’m no longer
mentally imprisoned.

I’m free.

Even though I’m wearing orange,
I have faith in God.
I’m loved.

I’m wanted.
I’m worthy.
I have grown.
I am truly happy.

Coming to prison has changed me
into a better person,

Mother
Daughter
Sister
Aunt
Friend

I have an amazing relationship with God.

Prison has shown me
that even though I’m currently
behind a fence,
that doesn’t mean I can’t change
the person I once was.

Man labeled me one way, but God
labeled growth.

I view myself and my life differently
than what I used to.

Now all I see is growth.