Homo sapien

Freckles and tattoos reflected,

But these do not define me.

Red hair. Scars. All visible on the surface.

Look deeper.

I am more than you see.

I am calm--flowing and tranquil.

I am anger--all teeth and nails and rage.

I am compassionate--all soft words and concern.

I am passion--barely controllable and fiery.

I am sadness--tear stained cheeks and loss.

I am love. I am pain. I am alive.

I am ever-changing.

I am human.