Pandemic brought us together

We yearned for companionship

We walked we talked

And then it happened

One spoke of dissent

Then one became two

Loud and proud of their opinions

Then it happened

A slow realization

The values they expounded

We’re divisive and conspiratorial

And then it happened

A slow burn inside of me

Why did I continue to show up

What were these women contributing to me

And then it happened

As the severity of the virus passed

There arose opportunities I felt drawn to

People who were soulful and happy

And then it happened

I decided to choose authenticity

I deserve better

People pleasing is really not my vibe

And then it happened

I pulled away and decided to be me

Curious of what I might be missing

Out of the rabbit hole

And then it happened

My life changed I closed the door

And opened up to creativity

Opened up to new friendships

And then it happened

I am happy and free