I knew my place when I was cooking
barefoot
scrambling to please
the indomitable hostess
fierce in a frazzled up-do
sizzling while he sat at ease.
I knew my place when I was chewing
my cheeks
cognizant of my inconsequence
biting back that biting retort
while they chewed conceited cud
confident of their pompous placement.
I knew my place when I was toiling
drudgery
forbidden from the boardroom
as I covered incompetence
silver coffee serviette
service with a smile.
I knew my place when I was massaging
his ego
and his member, crafting a pleasure cruise
dutiful and doting
at the expense of my own satisfaction.
I know my place when I am standing
strong
solid on my own two feet
above the clamoring fray
going my own way.
This piece was inspired by I Knew My Worth by the inimitable Kindra M. Austin.
Completely loving this series. I think we need to do more with it!
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Sounds good to me!
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Oh hells this is amazing. And inspired by Kindra too? Ugh how could it get any better. 💖💖💖💖💖
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Thank you Sarah! She inspires me often
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She has that effect.
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Yes she does
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You ladies are my sisters. My heart is singing. ❤
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💜💙💗
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Reblogged this on Brave & Reckless and commented:
I love when one fierce piece inspires another. . .
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Brilliant. Such a good description. Been there too!
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This is so freaking brilliant. I can’t stop reading it. Love you, Aurora! ❤
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A home run followed by another. So awesome!!!
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Lol we’re working up to a grand slam.
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Reblogged this on My Sword and Shield…..
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Aurora, you ignited the spark and the fire has caught on. Awesome!! and thanks a million for the inspiration. Always an amazing experience to work with such strong voices.
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Thank you but Kindra got the ball rolling 😉
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Yes and it caught on from there
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Reblogged this on My Screaming Twenties.
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Hell yes! Loved this, especially the ending.
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I’m honored 😉
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