This poem was published for the first time on October 6, 2014 and is included in volume I of Catharsis of Words - a yet-to-be-published book by Nonô.

I opened my eyes this morning

I opened my eyes this morning

I ran to my bedroom window

We are in midweek

But I've had enough of work.

Life is not easy

Especially when you do not do what you love

I have to change my breath

Because my last name is Costa.

Beads and more beads

It's what I have to do

I do the best I can

But what I like is to write.

Seeking outlets for what I feel

Bridging my frustration

I am dedicated to individual projects

Where I can give vent to imagination.

It is already Wednesday

Two more days to finish the week

It's at the end of day Friday

I start to breathe.

Today, I woke up unwillingly

But I have to have strength to overcome

Continue my path

Always seeking for a better life.

Written: October 2, 2014

In Costa, M.ª Leonor. Catharsis of Words. Vol. I

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Today's farewell is a little different, to fit in with the Catharsis of Words theme.

M.ª Leonor Costa (Poesias da Nonô)