Ring

I made myself a promise.
Its one that I remember
Each time that I close my fists.
Its hard to loose weight
In your fingers, believe me,
Not easy, like say, in your wrists.
But I've got a ring -
Only just too small,
So, I'll starve until it perfectly fits.

Neil (A poem from me to Neil)

Nothithing you say is laced with judgement, because

Encouragement and optimism are your natural gifts.

I have never known you to condemn another's choice.

Live long, live well, Angel of Understanding.

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I wanted to try doing an accrostic poem for him, but he doesn't have a whole lot of letters to work with. ;) I will inivitably write more. I feel that this poem doesn't quite do him justice. The reason I am including this poem on my ED poetry blog, is because community and support is so vital to us. There are several subtle references to ED's, such as the "choice" in line 3. Enjoy!

Another poem to me from Neil

Hello KJ
It is Monday
Free from the weekend fun, laughter and play
A new week to meet your goals that keep you from bay
It's winter and May seems so far away
But still it's great to say hey on this cold winters day
So many things us humans want to say
Tonight seems like a good time before it's time to lay
Wondering what you're up to
Down to earth blues sooths melodic harmonies
I'm sure you're doing OK
By the end of the week things may have changed
But I'll always say hey an any sort of day

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Neil is one of the best ED friends I have. part of having an ED is having a strong support group, and Neil is a very major part of my support group. ^_^ I would like to encourage all who read this to reach out to those around you! Things may seem really dark, but Just keep trying! Just keep loving! Just keep holding each other up. <3