"I look forward to the day I learn to be unyielding as hickory / not without fear that it will scare others away, / but to possess such self-assuredness that I will simply say / anything, anyway, / then only the brave will stay." 

A poem about breakfast, growing up, learning how to stay strong & true to yourself in all your relationships . . . 

You can find the full text to this poem on my instagram: @keepingkings

Or go to my website https://monicajeanswanton.wixsite.com/monicajeanswanton/morning-toast