Since first coming to my realizations - like you, 'Later in Life' - I discovered this poem that just perfectly expressed my feelings. Every now and then I revisit it - to remind myself. Tonight was one such night, and as I read it, I felt the need to share it with all of you, my friends here on EC. You get it. You get me. You're all going through, if not the very same things, then at least your own things that also could use some reinforcement every now and then. If you've ever looked at my profile, you'll recognize this poem as my biography and my first wall post providing the link and the author. I hope you agree, it's worth reading again. My Turn my turn | Rachel's Emancipation's Blog i’m coming out of the dark fog that i’ve been in. i’m forcing myself to wake-up, and to walk out of the dark shadows where my lost self resides. i’ve lived my whole life in the shadows of bold risks – and, i’m done. i’m jumping off my lonely cliff – and i’m seeking life. i’m done watching the world go round without me. i’m tired of watching from this place of nothingness. it’s my turn – come hell or high water – it’s now my fucking turn to catch the raindrop and have her land perfectly on my tongue.
Beautiful... one of the things that I would not have expected-- that I've found on EC... is how deeply the stories of lesbians coming out have effeted me--how they've resonated with me. This sense that we have a deep affinity, no matter our gender or sex identity. Fills me with love for everyone here...
"it’s now my fucking turn to catch the raindrop and have her land perfectly on my tongue." Dragonbait: This is a visual that is going to stay with me! Thanks for sharing this piece.
I'm just so glad you all appreciated it as well. It speaks volumes to me. It speaks volumes for me. And it keeps my head where it should be - focused on seeking life. Hugs and smooches to you all!