Only One
Breasts are things to fetishize
(In America)
You’re supposed to have two
(If you’re a woman)
of a certain size
(the bigger the better, up to a point)
If you only have one
(like me)
You are someone to shun
(you’re not like the rest of us)
Unless you’re an amazon
(a mythical creature)
I’m just a mere mortal
(hence deformed and shameful)
Not an amazon
(no myths here, just messy truth)
Not a Glamazon
(never been that)
Just me, with one breast
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Just read your Facebook post on this subject. Great to have both texts. Thanks for your clarity & courage.
Great Poetic expression of “the truth shall set you free”
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Wow. I’m speechless. Thank you.
This poem (and your picture) show such a strength and spirit.
Good use of technique (the parentheticals are great! )