Anum TayyabWriterHouston, TexasPhotos by Faiza TayyabPoem by Anum Tayyab
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A world where she believed revolved around her A girl who was defeated nowhere near completed Her sadness was nothing her values, fears, insecurities valued for nothing for it was her tears that defined her for all she yearned for defined her her life not labeled as hers anymore ‘twas given to whom she fawned Her dignity in their palms’ |
took a stand sacrified did all she could all for others A hypocrite, she walked respecting all all but herself known as irritating frustrating in need of constant reassurance from those hanging on a thread, to care for her will. In need of validation All that is motivation everyone stared, as their eyes rolled her name went around as “Crybaby” |
measly steps for her presence; automatic negativity she received she felt so lonely there was no such thing as a companion a friend anyone who cared was a visualization piece by piece she lost herself A knife waiting to cut her delicate throat the scars she made all for attention the screams she voiced all for show the tears she wept just a great act she just waited for the world |
to welcome her for all she sat and thought everything she desired was another cut away she cared too much for the ones who cared so little she couldn’t understand couldn’t comprehend but she was foolish paranoid brainwashed longing for her existence to never be existent you’ll never find another soul another soul like Anum. |
i love who you’re becoming. such a powerful and inspiring you woman. i will forever be your number one fan. i love you – tonia
Anum! This piece along with the pictures is a strong one, and it tells an open and honest story about a Girl who has evolved into a Young Lady! Often times, we are so scared because of society, and we do not share our testimonies. We get so afraid of judgment, that we forget how to be strong! Your story has inspired me, and your confidence has given life to my own! I appreciate you; I celebrate you; I cherish you! I am so proud to know you, and even MORE proud of you; because now, you’re a published author! Go on, and conquer–it’s in you! Let your light shine! You Glow, because that’s all you should know how to do!
Lovingly,
Mr. J. Barnes
Thank you so much for giving me the privilege to read this great poem. It is profound, and it sheds such a strong light on your growth and your maturity. You have such a bright future ahead of you, never surrender to those that might seek to bring you down. May your story be an example to all others who seek to rediscover their dignity as you have done, and may you never forget your growth into an amazing young lady.
“If you are what you should be, you will set the world ablaze!” – St. Catherine of Sienna
Yours truly,
Jorge Tito
oh my goodness anum this is wonderful. it amazes me how you have gone through so much and still manages to radiate off waves of love and kindness to everyone around you. you truly are extraordinary and please don’t ever forget it. im always here. always. just like you were for me whenever I let my insecurities get the best of me. my love and support goes to you forever ❤
oh my gish gurl i was left in tears. when u win the noble prize for life changing poetry, im going to cry.