Phoenix Rising

From Dawn until Dusk

I’m no longer a shell or a husk

From Dusk until Dawn

I’m no longer just their pawn

In the light shining my own self

Not waiting to be taken from the shelf

In the dark I’m sovereign and divine

No more waiting for hands that are unkind

I am now the mistress of my freedom of choice

I am now the mistress of my body and my voice

I embrace all parts even those who hide

I embrace all of me with endless love and pride

Phoenix