A hue of ivory
Smeared on a white canvas
A whisper amidst heavy rain
Is how a compliment makes me feel

My inner voice screams
Echoing through the walls of my soul
Asking me if l’m valid?
Soaking me in the rain of pain

I stand up voicing my insecurities
It’s time to tear them down
For once I open the windows
Letting the rays of hope fall inside my core