Concrete raised me rough, but I learned to move clean through the noise

I’m growing

Every block tried to mark me, but I flipped the script, and kept my poise

I’m growing

I’ve seen nights that swallowed whole dreams

Left pockets and hearts empty

Still, I stitched my spirit tight, turned hunger into voice

I’m growing

People love the shine now, never the grind

Never the bruised‑knuckle climb

But the mirror knows the truth: I earned every inch of choice

I’m growing

I walk with a calm that comes from surviving storms nobody saw

My shadow stands taller now, carrying a different kind of noise

I’m growing

My path is a garden.

Wild, stubborn, undeniable and beautiful

Every step I take writes its own truth, recognize its own voice.

It’s forever ongoing

I’m growing!

Blessings and Love.

Thank you for reading

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  by Ray’Elaine
  10/06/2026
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  by Ray’Elaine
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• Trusting.
  by Ray’Elaine
  10/06/2026
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  by Ray’Elaine
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• Quotes tonight!
  by Ray’Elaine
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