Here I am
all of me
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Untitled with every heartfelt emotion every tear, every broken down cry with every look, every sigh every “I love you” “will you be mine” I feel your love, reality solacing me as I part my flesh to express my devotion I become physically incapable my soul has been elevated take me unto you just as you do when I lay in bed at night when I feel taken by day just to know that you are there I am fearless grateful and obedient empty inside without your bounty your benevolence take me unto you and make me whole make me pure, and increase my faith uncountable days of mercy bestowed upon me Little Heart of Mine What am I to tell that previous face? In my heart, no pain she will feel The little that she knows Is comforted by my arms A safe haven She will find it cannot protect her What am I to tell those loving eyes? When tears fill them and flow I don’t have the heart to let her know And when she grows and grows I will no longer be able to hide Life’s cruelties she will most definitely find And when she runs into my comforting arms She will discover, that is all they are capable of Only wisdom can I share With her innocent existence Wisdom, wishing it was the power to protect I will see in her eyes The hurt of life And that I can do no more than she Only Allah (God) can benefit her more than me
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Here I am was written for those who ask themselves: Why? Who am I? Who do I want to be? Am I worth it? This journey of self-exploration offers those seeking freedom, spiritual enlightenment and peace from within comfort and a sense of calm regarding their struggles and experiences. Niki Love Jackson-Blake expresses raw emotions regarding love, intimacy, faith, parenting, marriage and adolescence. Through the pages you can hear her cry, see her fears and feel her pain. Her struggle with self is evident and her overwhelming desire to change is constantly present. She blames no one for her circumstances and delves within to find the answers she seeks. Through poetry she stares herself in the mirror unmasked, willing to accept who she is and ask God for help. Here I am speaks to your soul and soothes your heart—it invites you to explore your own emotions and discover your true desires. This honest work of poetry seeps in to your being and compels you to reflect on self and achieving inner peace.
About the Author
A native Washingtonian, Niki Love Jackson-Blake is a former freelance journalist who loves writing, seeking knowledge and helping others. She is currently enrolled in Thomas Edison State College to obtain a bachelors of arts in communications. As a freelance reporter, Niki wrote articles for several publications including the Washington Informer, Afro-American, Port of Harlem, and the Graduate School, USA e-newsletter, “Insights”. Niki is a loving wife and mother of three daughters. Sixth of seven children, she is the baby girl. Her passion for writing was discovered in junior high school, where she embraced it with open arms. She lived in Washington, DC for over 20 years. A talented and gifted writer, she has the ability to speak to hearts, enlighten minds, and comfort souls. Her poetry is inspired by her faith, all aspects of her life and everyone in her surroundings. Here I am is her first published book of poetry. The collection of poems presented in this book spans over 14 years of her life and include excerpts from her daily personal journal. Niki is currently working on a new book, Choices: Voices of Young Women.