Cocoa butter circles,
the deep soak of essential oils 
and songs like playful waves;
I'm getting better at caring for myself these days. 

Menus like treasure maps,
raw flavors and whole foods
quality kitchen time soul Soufflés;
I'm getting better at feeding myself these days.

I walk alone robed in woods.
Biking trails like skipping rocks,
appreciating an inward gaze;
I'm getting better at nurturing my soul these days. 

Breath a rhythm, 
reconsider syncopated beats,
blanket patting instead of fraying wires;
I'm getting better at putting out my own fires.

A butterfly surprise in the bedroom,
the journal page is tidal,
writing is my afternoon delight;
I'm getting better at manifesting my sight.

Acknowledging errors,
hugging myself in forgiveness,
stitching mistakes into a quilt;
I'm getting better at letting go of the guilt. 

© khartless 2021, All Rights Reserved
Reposted from last January

Artwork: ‘Bubble Bath’ Sharon Cummings

Go ahead, pat yourself on the back. What are you getting better and better at these days?

7 responses to “I’m Getting Better and Better”

  1. are you getting better at expressing yourself? 🤣

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    1. I should have added, I’m getting better at ostracizing myself from everyone. 😂

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      1. That’s pretty unequivocal.

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  2. Oh, K, this is so beautiful. It resonates with me, and reminds me of my day to day existence. I’m delighted to read these lovely reflections today. 💜

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    1. Thank you. They’re setbacks, for sure. Even today, I see parts of myself I can improve.💜

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      1. You’re most welcome. Oh, yes, that’s all part of it, I think, and I see those aspects of myself daily. Seeing is a beautiful thing. 💜

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      2. 💜

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