I’m not perfect (Poem)

  • NB: I have been thinking a lot tonight and I wrote this.

    I’m not perfect…
    I make mistakes all the time,
    I do have regrets-
    They consume me sometimes.

    I try to be strong
    Brave through it all
    I say sorry when I can
    Try to accept when I’ve wronged.

    I do my best with forgiveness,
    Letting go of the past…
    To enjoy what I have…
    And smile as well

    I love all I can
    And treat each person as a treasure
    At times I make tears
    Other times I am hurtful…

    I don’t mean to be this way,
    But this is who I am
    I’m Flawed and imperfect…
    And I hope that’s okay.


    November 13th, 2013 | Matty Angel | 11 Comments |

About The Author

Matty is a 37 year old girl who is an Autistic Poet, Writer and Artist and lives alone in Christchurch New Zealand with a kitty! Matty has given many talks on autism and about being unique in a world that's often not accepting, Matty has also engaged with artist and worked on Art projects Matty usually works on an Art project at the same time as a writing one! This means posts can be a bit delayed!

11 Responses and Counting...

  • Martha 11.13.2013

    I love all your poems and art, Matty 🙂 Talk later!

  • Pip

    Show me a person who is perfect …….

  • Helen

    Of course that’s ok, Matty. You’re a perfect you, no matter what happens! People do things differently: other people do just as much damage and many never realize it! I’m so proud of you for paying attention and trying to do the right thing. You’re so much better at it than you used to be! And, as always, I love your writing 🙂

  • Shahida hasan

    Dear Matty ,
    I read your poem for the very first time and really enjoyed it .I am a female poet of Urdu language that is spoken in Pakistan and India and I am well reputed in both countries.I have visited a lot of countries and got the opportunities to present my poetry to selected audience in MUSHAIRA ..I felt that you are a very sensitive soul and I would like to read some more of your poetry.would you like to share?..cheers
    Prof and poet….Shahida hasan(a woman poet from karachi ,Pakistan)

  • Yolanda Galvan

    I am a parent. I made a huge mistake with my daughter. I’ve looked at many poems. This is the only one that is perfect to what I want to say. Thank you.

  • Sarah

    Thankyou for a perfect poem perfect and described me.
    Made me emotional also made me smile.
    Thankyou for lovely words.

  • Iqra

    Even though I dont really know you,I really really love your poem and it is beautiful🌸✨…Thank you for being You love❤

  • Jamyalahill

    I love your poem it really helps me to be who god made me thanks for the poem

  • Jamyalahill

    I love your poem it really helps me to be who god made me thanks for the poem
    And also it stands out to me it almost makes me feel better about who I am thanks

  • rose

    I really love your poem I would wish to read more of your poetry

  • SHIRLEY HOLSTEIN

    WHAT A BEAUTIFUL POEM

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