Finding that moment when you realise who you are.
COMPLETELY UNEXPECTEDLY
Some of the best things in life,
Happen through hard work and determination.
Some of the best things in life,
Happen completely unexpectedly at a service station.
Like driving home, one night, on a long commute.
And suddenly, life makes sense.
And even though it sounds totally crazy,
As you pull into the services.
You have made the first fence.
And you cry, happy tears, uncontrollably.
And you want to dance in the rain.
And when you get home,
The tears are of joy.
And you want to dance all over again.
And you find the courage to talk to someone.
And share the sense you found.
And they listen.
And they hold you.
And they smile as you utter every sound.
And they encourage you to be your best self.
Whatever that may be.
Authentically.
And they stand by your side.
So you do not have to hide.
And you decide, in your own time.
That realising your true gender is one of those,
“whatever that may be” things.
And for the first time, your heart sings.
And life starts new things.
Some bad, some good, and some in-between.
But all those insecurities that weighed you down,
Begin to fall away, as you trust in who you have always been.
And for the first time, you know who you are.
And you realise, you have never been far.
Like being a passenger in the rear-view mirror,
Of your own life, in your own car.
And you start to feel whole.
And you make happiness your goal.
And people smile at you.
And lift your soul.
And they smile at themselves too.
And people talk to you more.
And reinforce your core.
Because they connect with you.
And you find peace.
More than you ever felt before.
(c) Jay Rose Ana
