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GG Renee Hill's avatar

I’m in my late forties and this was right on time for me. I am just getting to know anger as a part of me that I don’t have to suppress or be ashamed of. Learning how to feel her without abandoning my Self. I’m being gentle as i get to know her because she is still pretty wounded and raw from being ignored for so long. Thank you for these words.

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MahoganyLit's avatar

I’m in my early 50’s and I’m just reaching the point of enough is enough. This touched me deep. When I read the first part I immediately said, “girl, some of us are just getting there.” Now that I’m here, I have to take it a bit slow. Being gentle as I peel back the layers. It’s an emotional process that takes time but it’s worth the effort.

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Elizabeth Ann's avatar

forgot how much of a classic this song is, first off! secondly, this was exactly what i needed to read today i saw a photo of myself as a baby today and i looked so mad i had to laugh first but then it really made me meditate on this deep anger i feel never leaves me, thank you for sharing ur words sister💜

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Siobhán O'Connor's avatar

Ah oh my god I love your work. I'm so glad I commented on a post that led me to click on your profile. I too have been delving into my rightful anger for the first time recently. All while raising my now three year old. I also sometimes write in this hybrid style, though your way of doing it (with little poetic inserts) has opened my eyes to more possibilities. I love it when I find kindred writers on here. Yay.

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Iman N. Milner's avatar

I love this! I’m definitely looking forward to checking out your pieces. have you found that your three year old’s full expression of emotions has helped you accept that of your own? I feel like kids are so good at being fully immersed in whatever they’re feeling at the time. it’s incredible to see even when it’s frustrating as an adult.

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