I remain

I am beautiful
with or without the weight of your expectations
without the conformist paint job
and latest iphone model
or name brand shoes
i am beautiful whether you choose to see me or not
i am safe within myself and plenty capable of surviving
i am just as valuable without you and will not allow your
offenses to diminish my worth
i am whole
with or without you
i remain
i am me
i have a voice and i will use it whether you choose to listen or not.

your betrayal will not define me
it will not limit my potential

i will shake off your limitations and grow
greater than you ever dreamed
more beautiful than you remember
i will soar above the hurt you've caused
i will rise above my rage