By Louisa Wang

In honor of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to write an ode to myself because today is all about love and self-love.

An Ode to Myself

I have only seen what you’re not,

Not pretty, not interesting, and not enough.

But now I realize perfection doesn’t exist

And I’m ready to receive my love.

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I wrap you in a warm embrace

Though that might seem quite silly.

For you are my one true love

Who embarks with me on my entire life journey.

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Together we shall make the most of each day

Without an ounce of shame.

For no matter who we will become

I’ll love you all the same.