Untamed by Toni Young | One Poem Only
One Poem Only is a daily ritual: one poem, center stage, just for now.UntamedToni YoungMy hair is a cascadeof the most unruly waves.I’ve flattened her with a straightener,but she identifies as unbridled.I’ve loaded her with productsto keep her calm,but she prefers to burst througheverything that weighs her down.I’ve since resigned myselfto her defiance.When my friend saidI reminded her of a lionbecause of my wild hair,I laughed.And then I roared.More from Toni Young ↓@toniyoungpoems on Instagram@toniyoungpoems on SubstackSupport + Stay Connected to OPOIf you’d like to support the show…
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