not a temple.
cw: mention of self-harm, eating disorders
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my body is not a temple
the cuts on my skin
are not vandalism
the binges
not money-changers
whips only brought out when i
say so
i don’t need a recommend here
no restoration needed
let the signs of wear
of age of trauma of storm
alone
my body is not a temple
with sparkling chandeliers
and spotless tile floors
a supposed refuge from
The World
my body is worn out
run down
bruised scarred breaking bursting
in the world of it
and more sacred than a building
of brick and mortar
will ever be
Young Mormon Feminists 
9 Responses to “not a temple.”
Wow. This is beautiful.
This is stupid
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Utterly bizarre.
I am so happy for you to understand what a useless and onerous analogy that is. I celebrate your taking ownership of your body and your life.
Reblogged this on poeticjusticegirl's Blog and commented:
Wow strong point you have
This is amazing.
This poem reminded me of the essay “Moving Toward the Ugly: A Politic Beyond Desirability.” Quoting from the essay:
“There is only the illusion of solace in beauty. If age and disability teach us anything, it is that investing in beauty will never sit us free. Beauty has always been hurled as a weapon. It has always taken the form of an exclusive club; and supposed protection against violence, isolation, and pain, but this is a myth. It is not true, even for those accepted into the club. I don’t think we can reclaim beauty.”
I think everybody everywhere should seriously read the essay quoted above. Thanks for another thoughtful, heartfelt poem, Dani!
http://leavingevidence.wordpress.com/2011/08/22/moving-toward-the-ugly-a-politic-beyond-desirability/