JADED TO JADE
Born into a family of high expectations
To be your best with the hidden limitations
Easy for me to learn many things
I shined in taking on new roles and tasks
My voice was strong and true I thought with no mask
I would lead groups that was designed and of course no play
Giving guidance and naturally lead was fulfilling for me - I have to say
Even though I was shy this came out in me and affected others in a positive way
Then I became a young adult and starting to discover things
Needing attention and some freedom and to find some wings
I fell down and became pregnant at 21
Should I keep the baby or should I run
I decided that this is a life that was gifted to me to claim
However it was met with such disappointment and grave distain
As I swirled down and down into a great depth of grief
My voice was silenced I could see no relief
I lost my way and they did not care
Soon it became too dark it was not fair
I would swim in the torrents of shame
Consistantly taking on all the blame
Now at 25 - Do I live or die
My voice could not be heard – Why?
Then the words from God came back to me
Leading me to light of my authentic self to see
From jaded to Jayde speaking from my heart
To live and share for all to be a part