I Am

I am discerning and idealistic 

I wonder what will result from each decision 
I hear their disappointment 
I see my life laid out like a chess match 
I want perfection like a Romeo wanted Juliet 
I am discerning and idealistic

I pretend to be well put together 
I feel as though the checkmate is drawing near 
I touch only the heel of flawlessness 
I worry about the many possible outcomes 
I cry everytime I taste the cruelty of failure 
I am discerning and idealistic

I understand perfection is unattainable 
I say every action has an equal and opposite reaction 
I dream of the day when I can break free 
I try to never let history repeat itself 
I hope to eventually let go without fear 
I am discerning and idealistic

Author's Note

I had to write this common I Am poem for a class. I figured I would post it here because it gives a nice insite into my life. I consider myself very skilled at knowing the correct path to follow at a confusing fork in the road. However, knowing the right choice and making the right choice are very different. Additionally, I am a perfectionist in the sense that even if it means breaking down and crying at 4 AM I MUST finish this project for college. I cannot take criticism but I can dish it. I cry over spilt milk even though I know it's just milk. I am eager to please and impress. I procrastinate because nothing is ever good enough until I'm desperate so my brain dismisses any idea before the last minute. However, it always works in my favor and has never failed me.

Reviews

[Jamestown]

This is really well written and thought out! I am completely impressed, with the descriptions
and wording in this piece, it really gives the reader a feel of the author! Fantastic job,
Thanks for sharing and b-blessed!

[LappelDuVide]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.