Life Poems 0

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Breath

Today
I was born.

My first
breath
a violent
cough
filled
with life
and the
release
of whatever
it is
I was
before
this.

There is
an ache
in
my chest,
a newness;
frightening
and exhilarating.
My heart
pounds.

I cry
in the
euphoria
of 
the heightened
reality
my body
now feels.

The dense
security
is gone.

I feel
the air
on my
skin.
My eyes
ache
and yet
the light
delights me.

The sound
of
voices
is clear
like
a song
for my soul.

The arms
around me
are
both strange
and
familiar.

Is this
home?

Could I
go back?

Do I
want to?

I lie,
quietly
for
a moment;
a soft
voice
cooing.

I am
happy,
safe,
loved.

I am
here.

© Nichole Donjé

Author: Finding True North

Nichole Donje is an interdisciplinary artist, activist, and leader. A philosopher and self-exploration addict, Nichole is currently working on two books of art and poetry FINDING TRUE NORTH and LIFE POEMS. She is a visual artist and photographer. Nichole founded and ran the highly regarded New York City based independent theatre company TAPT from 2006-2016. Serving as TAPT’s Artistic Director, Nichole worked diligently to support new and forgotten works that help shape the way we view the world around us. A recognized leader, Nichole served three terms as Vice President of the Board of Directors for The Players. Currently, she chairs both the Communications and Theatre Committees which she established. The Players celebrates the rich cultural life of New York City with exclusive member-only events that include live performances, readings by leading authors and playwrights, film screenings, and dining in its famous Grill Room. More information about The Players may be found at theplayersnyc.org. A key influencer of the Players current revitalization she has become an advocate for the art and livelihood of a social club. The Players not only honors yesterday’s and today’s luminaries of the performing arts but also reminds us of the necessity of building face to face relationships. Nichole is a member of SAG-AFTRA, LPTW/League of Professional Theatre Women, LeanInNYC, and The Players.

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