By: Liz Hardie Is True Love Real? What is True Love? Life is interesting; we get wiser with age And stronger with difficult times, they say Lying down, staring at the ceiling I think to myself, what is my point to be on Earth today Rise from the ashes Dust yourself off Cry and scream if you need to Laugh, have fun, get in your car, and take off Lost in love, cheated on, lied…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Never judge anyone, it is not your place You do not know the story, behind the tears, smile or exhaustion on a face Some people show happiness, while others show sadness Some have their shit together, and others are a hot mess Everyone handles their issues in different ways Some have amazing days while others terrible days Death, divorce, loss of a job, addiction to name a few Many really just don’t…
BY: LIZ HARDIE He started out as a stranger to her, someone she had met Time flew by, love grew, a stranger turned to friend, turned to keeper of secrets She never thought someone she loved and trusted with her life could become such a stranger. Awkward moments with no communication or harsh words put their relationship in danger Her feelings for him may have ceased, and respect has been lost Once someone she trusted…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Social media has become a significant trend among both young and old Drama becomes more dramatic, there is cyber-bullying, and many become more bold Some use it for good, to connect with family and friends, old and new Chats for laughs, advertising new businesses, sharing good times, or showing how their animals or children grew Anymore, though, many use it negatively, to spew hostility due to “hate”, jealousy, or a disagreement at…
By: Liz Hardie Gaslighting, her reality became untrue, he used this technique to silence her Found just the right time to start manipulating Words he said, the love he gave, and the promises he made They were all lies, her head he was controlling Refusing to believe he ever made her sad enough to cry Using her emotions and depression against her, he believed she needed help, yet questioned her on why Always telling her,…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Head games played by others can either make you or break you It was her choice, her decision on how she would follow through Does she let them hurt her, break her down completely, emotionally and physically Or does she rise above the games, hurtful words, and just be who she is meant to be For years, she chose to be manipulated and controlled, head games played consumed her mind Letting others…
BY: Liz Hardie She has always been told that failure is part of her success Oftentimes, she feels she is being set up to fail Thinking little of herself and refusing to see her worth Thankfully, she has her daughters to inspire her, give her the courage and strength to prevail Although her reactions, thoughts, behaviors, and emotions may all be driven by her past experiences The influence of her past seems unconscious, allowing it…
BY: LIZ HARDIE There is a quote attributed to Richard J. Daley: “Power is dangerous unless you have humility.” Certain circumstances can make one examine and research power a little closer Questioning if power changes the people it was given to, and why they would allow it to change them It seems that for too many, it is more about having the power and name than being an actual leader As stated in the quote,…
BY: LIZ HARDIE She must straighten her crown, can’t let them see Let them see the tears and her broken heart She was born with power, strength and with grace No need to break, beautiful woman, such a unique work of art Flawless, gorgeous, trustworthy, humble and kind Jealousy and hatred by others will test her In friendships and relationships, many will try to rip her heart out Testing her emotions and worth, she must…
BY: LIZ HARDIE Deep, dark secrets she has held on to for many years She must be careful who she speaks to, as she feels she may be misunderstood Living in silence is so much easier than showing who you are Hiding in the dark with her thoughts always seemed best Knowing no matter what, she will always have emotional scars Rarely speaking or standing up for herself in life It was easier to live…
