Tara Mallia Legs

I thought I was powerless, once upon a time.

I opened my eyes and saw their dominance.

I opened my arms and they chained me to the wall.

I opened my chest and gave them my heart in submission.

I opened my mouth but my words were frail, and gutless.

I opened my mind and they fed me lies of their strength and vigour.

I laid myself bare at their feet and they told me I was powerless so that I would stay there.

But I’ve discovered the one thing they never wanted me to.

When I open my legs, nothing but power seeps out.

by Tara Mallia (she/her)