silly little poem

Hey Lemon8 fam! So glad you're here to check out my little poem, 'Until Then'. I know the original title 'silly little poem' might sound light, but honestly, it's a piece of my heart, reflecting on those quiet moments of introspection and self-love. You know those times when you just feel a bit... silly? Like you're walking through life with a playful filter, but underneath, there are these deep, sometimes profound feelings swirling around? That's exactly what I was channeling when I wrote this. For me, writing this poem was a way to embrace that duality. It's about finding beauty in the waiting, in the quiet moments, and reminding myself that it's okay to be imperfect, to be 'silly' even, while still deeply loving who I am. I often get asked, 'Is silly an emotion?' And I think it's more than just a fleeting feeling – it's a state of being, a way to approach life with lightness and self-acceptance. Isn't that a beautiful form of self-love? When I created the visual for 'Until Then', I deliberately chose that dark background with the crescent moon and the quiet rippling of dark water. For me, these elements aren't gloomy; they represent the calm before clarity, the reflective surface of our inner world. The small boat adrift? That's me, or maybe you, navigating through thoughts, waiting for understanding or a new dawn. It’s a visual metaphor for the journey of self-discovery, where even in the dark, there's a promise of light, a reflection of hope. I really wanted this to be one of those relatable poems that speaks to anyone who's ever felt like they're in a phase of 'until then' – waiting for something, or simply waiting to fully understand themselves. It's a short poem about loving yourself, not in a grand, dramatic way, but in the quiet, comforting assurance that you're okay, exactly as you are. It’s about continuing to be 'silly' and authentic, no matter what. Sometimes, we search for beautiful self-love poems that give us grand affirmations, but often, the most powerful ones are those that acknowledge our small, everyday feelings. This poem, 'Until Then', is my little offering to that sentiment. It’s a reminder that even when we feel adrift in a small boat on dark water, there are reflections, and there's inherent beauty in our existence. It might not be a 'deep true love love poem' in the traditional sense, but it’s a true love poem to the self. I'd love to hear your thoughts! Does this resonate with you? What does 'Until Then' mean in your own life? Share your favorite self-love nuggets or even a 'silly' moment that made you feel connected to yourself. Let's build a space where we can all feel seen and understood!