I. Am. Beautiful.

I woke up this morning
something was different
my sleepy eyes would say that I got a little extra rest
my hair was a mess
strays and fly-aways

Hopping out of bed
I felt a lightness in my step
Shuffling over to my bathroom to start my morning routine
but I stopped
I looked in the mirror
and I felt something strange but familiar
like an old friend I'd lost in life's busyness
Greeting me with gentle words

I.
Am.
Beautiful.

I put on my glasses just to be sure.

Yup.
There it was.
A content and confident image
staring back at me.
I felt value and worth
as if they had escaped me
lost at an infinite sea

I finally understood what David meant as he spoke
"I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well"

I felt free
Free from the bondage of expectation
and free from standards of beauty
I no longer felt like I had to try
I could just be

I thought to myself
"Man, I hope this is everyday."
When a voice gently reminded me
"This could have been yesterday"

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Run in My freedom
Your identity and fullness is in Me.

I made your love of laughter,
your one and half dimples,
and your curious and adventurous spirit.

I give you joy when the going gets tough
and life seems bleak
I give you strength when you're feeling weak

You are mine daughter,
beloved and stunning
Heir to my kingdom,
righteous, chosen and pure.
I called you these things first
Now walk in them and know them
You don't have to work and strive anymore

I covered you in grace,
and clothed you with dignity.

you my dear,
 are radiant and lovely.