Imperfections

My skin is beautiful,

Because of its imperfections;

Arms with battle scars,

Palms covered in paint,

Fingers with old burns,

Ankles with healed scabs,

Evidence of bites and falls,

Acne that behaves as freckles;

Because of its imperfections,

My skin is beautiful.

Syd M. is a non-binary POC Arab American poet and artist majoring in Biology and Political Science. Their work often details the journey of healing, growth and personal experiences. They also draw inspiration from traveling and the night sky. Their favorite beverage is coffee!