Chromatic Echoes of a Black Queer Heart: A Path to Self-Embrace

In shadows cast by judgment's heavy hand,

A black queer heart in search of its own land.

Empathy’s a gift, a beacon strong and bright,

Yet dimmed by closed minds in the darkest night.

From tender youth, a struggle to be free,

In homophobic chains, identity veiled, you see.

A household's weight upon your vibrant soul,

Suppressing truth, fragmenting the whole.

But time, a relentless river, carves its way,

To college's embrace, where colors sway.

Amidst the hallowed halls, a chance to breathe,

To explore the self you once did seethe.

The campus whispers stories, freedom's song,

Inviting you to join, to stand up and be strong.

With every step, your heart starts to mend,

Unfold your petals, true self to transcend.

No longer in the shadows, but in the light,

Your empathy and your truth take flight.

A black queer spirit, unafraid to shine,

In a kaleidoscope of hues, uniquely thine.

Embrace the struggle, wear it like a crown,

For through adversity, strength is renowned.

Your journey shapes a narrative so rare,

Of self-discovery, courage, the power to repair.

Though echoes of the past may still remain,

Remember, in your heart, a resilient refrain:

You're not alone, for countless stars align,

Guiding you through battles, your spirit enshrined.

So rise, unburdened, to your fullest height,

Black, queer, empathetic, now taking flight.

Your college canvas vast, your colors true,

A masterpiece emerging, the world anew.