Jealousy, the green-eyed monster Oozing up from my battered soul Bruised by lack, insecurity Fearing not being good enough ***** Compliments never satisfied Achievements gradually faded Nothing silenced the emptiness Shouting you are a nobody ***** Seeking validation, esteem I chased the American dream Accumulating possessions Knowledge, college degrees, careers ***** Husband’s promotions, gross …
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