Embracing Wholeness at Forty: Conquering Mountains and Chasing Dreams



This year I turn forty, still unwed,
But more whole and complete than ever before,
I dare to live out every dream in my head,
And climb the mountains that I once ignored.

No longer shackled by societal norms,
I embrace my passions with open arms,
No longer haunted by past heartbreak storms,
I soar above the doubts and alarms.

I am a woman, strong and free,
Unafraid to chase what sets my soul on fire,
No longer bound by what others decree,
I am the architect of my own desire.

So here's to forty and the years ahead,
To living life fully, no regrets or dread.

About this poem

The author and actress wrote this sonnet to celebrate and reflect on turning forty, a milestone often associated with societal expectations and norms. By expressing a sense of empowerment and liberation, the poem highlights the author's journey towards embracing her true self and pursuing her dreams without fear or hesitation. The poem serves as a declaration of independence from past heartbreaks and doubts, symbolizing a newfound sense of freedom and confidence in one's abilities and desires. By emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and self-determination, the author celebrates the strength and resilience that comes with age and experience. Through poetic language and imagery, the author conveys a sense of empowerment and optimism for the years ahead. This sonnet not only celebrates the author's own journey but also serves as a reminder to readers to embrace their own passions and desires, and to live life fully without regret or fear. Ref. Book. I website www.yvonnepadmos.com 

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Written on September 01, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AXAX BCBC DEDE AA
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 565
Words 123
Stanzas 4
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 2

Yvonne Padmos

Yvonne Padmos is a Dutch poet, writer, and researcher with a focus on exploring and addressing a wide range of societal issues including technology, human behavior, robotic behavior, human rights, and animal rights. She is also the author of "Ocean Embrace," a book advocating for ocean protection. Dedicated to finding solutions for society and protecting the Earth, Yvonne was honored with the "NFT Top 10 & project management Thoughtleader award" on the prestigious Thinkers360 platform. In addition to her literary pursuits, Yvonne is a versatile creative professional who excels as a content creator, scriptwriter, actress, and influencer. more…

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