Over-flawed skin, pure strength within

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She perused all her parts,

there she saw a woman full of scars.

Scars that mirror the wars she fought

and flaws naturally scattered in all sorts. 

 

No filter could fit, to really cover them zits

But don’t you know she’s loved for it?

Loved for these scars she can never delete.

 

A manifestation of absolute valour,

with her vibrant eyes focused on the colours

she never capitulated though odds weren’t in favour.

Battled ’til the end, despite carrying no armour.

 

She’s truly a woman with an “over-flawed” skin,

but such, with pure strength within.

 

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57 Comments

  1. You’re beautiful like your poem. ❤ Are you from Manila? 🙂

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Oh hi thank you! Yes I am. Are you Pinoy too?

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      1. Yes. Where do you live in Manila? Let’s meet. 🙂

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      2. Apple Rae says:

        Katipunan ako. Haha ikaw ba?

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Thank you, Ken 🙂

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  2. Jokerswild says:

    Lovely🌹🌹. You and I would make the ultimate team in writing, we think alike on so many levels.😉. 🍎 and 🃏, coming to a book near you!! This was a lovely ode and you are gorgeous, flaws are what makes us unique and everyone is. I must say you are an hour past beautiful and your poem is a quarter past lovely. To call out what you see and make them your strengths is pure adorable. This belongs side by side with my poem.❤️❤️

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Aw thank you so much Joker! Truly appreciate all your positive comments. Yes, matches with the one you just previously wrote. 🙂

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      1. Jokerswild says:

        You’re welcome🌹

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  3. So so beautiful.
    So is your poem 😘

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Ohh thank you pretty! 😘

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  4. Bartek D says:

    Lovely, I really need to learn how to write more like you.

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Aw, but you write waaay better than me! Thanksss tho

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  5. Orvillewrong says:

    Beauty glows from within, true beauty!

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Thanks for always appreciating my works Orville. Truly appreciate it! 😉

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      1. Orvillewrong says:

        As always , my pleasure!

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  6. Eliza says:

    Love this…
    Reminds me of the song that’s what scars are for (mandisa)
    Happy weekend!

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Hi Eliza! Thank you! Not familiar with the song tho hehe happy weekend too! I hope you don’t mind me asking, but from which country are you btw?

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  7. Beautifully written poem about someone who’s gone through so many struggles in life and managed to survive through them all.

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      You got it right. But literally speaking, i really have scars on my face and body lol 😆

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  8. She’s a pretty girl. The pure heart sees no scars. They are hidden by the light from her heart. An inner strength that overcomes all challenges.
    We have a saying here. “God don’t make no junk.” 😊

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Thank you so much Lloyd. Means a lot to me. ☺️

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  9. George F. says:

    Damn Girl! You got the look and you got the growing audience! Keep it comin’!!!!

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Hi George! Thank you! Glad you’re here. Are you writing a new Akira post yet?

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      1. George F. says:

        Up soon. Glad you’re back and lookin’ great!

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      2. Apple Rae says:

        Oh, hihi thank you George!

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      3. George F. says:

        Akira post up…and the story is moving right along…

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      4. Apple Rae says:

        uh oh I overlooked your comment again 😦

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      5. George F. says:

        I see I have to catch up on a few of your newer posts as well!! Will do tonite!

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      6. Apple Rae says:

        Looking forward to that!

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  10. emengoyal says:

    Ang ganda naman netong babaeng to!!

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Aba aba haha thank you! namiss kita, Miko! So kelan na tayo magkikita nila Jack?

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  11. zahthinks says:

    Beautiful both the poem and you!!! 😊

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Hiii Z, thank you 😊

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  12. Jay Kaushal says:

    Ooo nice. I like this new bold style. Fantastic!!

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Hi Jay! Thank you! ☺️

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  13. Hyperion says:

    Ah, those scars are merely the seams of life’s tapestry. They mark the boundaries of our memories, phases, adventures, hopes, and dreams let go. But, one only notices the beautiful scene of the tapestry and the invitation to connect with the story told by each colored thread. Thank you for dropping by Apple. I like it here. Hope you don’t mind if I wander around.

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      This is one of the most profound comments Ive heard so far. Thank you! And I don’t mind if you wander around. Hope you enjoy what you read tho lol

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      1. Hyperion says:

        Your post inspired me. I see the beauty of experience and wisdom in those scars. It tells of life lived instead of avoided.

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  14. George F. says:

    New post with secret-selfie at the end. Just trying to keep up.

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  15. Nojan says:

    I miss writing since I’ve been reading your blog.
    words and poetry are not enough to express myself but I gotta learn how to use them from you.

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Oh hi Nojan! So you have a blog too? Thanks for visiting!

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  16. Very interesting…and we can all relate to this poem ( I mean the girls 😉)

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Aw I’m glad safe you think it’s relatable. Thank you 😘😘😘

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    2. Apple Rae says:

      I mean Im glad* you think it’s relatable sorry typo haha

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      1. Yep, well done 👍

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  17. George F. says:

    Paul just discovered the meaning of the Universe. Stop by.

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      I just left a comment. I loved it. ♥️

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Thank you! I just followed both your sites. Great photos, love it 🙂

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  19. You are beautiful inside-out my dear. Such an amazing and wonderful post.
    Our flaws are beautiful too https://wp.me/p9tZ21-4c
    Please visit my site and follow back if you like my work. Thanking you in advance. Have a nice day.

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Hi Bhavna, thanks a lot! Will check your blog in a few and give you a follow. Have a great day!

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      1. Hey beautiful, Sure take your time and thanks a lot for stopping by.

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  20. Wise Hearted says:

    Here is the reality of this piece for me. I have a grand daughter, senior in college who has battled with very flawed skin, not just zits but cysts that turn into huge sore that will leave scars. She has gotten so much better due to some medicine but her scars remain. She is the most wise hearted courageous young women I know. She stay her course in high school, college, tried new thing, made new friends. She could have hidden herself away but did not. How she would have loved your skin, anyone skin but her own but owned the skin she had to live in and live she has. She is truly beautiful inside, kind, not bitter over her issue, loving, has even become more out going through her trial, she is pure strength within. Blessings.

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  21. Just stand with confidence and it will be enough. I can say that because I have my own zits B-)

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    1. Apple Rae says:

      Thank you!

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