I am Eve
living with accusations
storage full
Commissioned to clear
the backlash of parked myths –
vessels in need of repair
The path is uneven
littered with stones thrown,
still I proceed, plan
Patriarchy stands by
smugly vilifying
I am the snake
Deceit my foe
control my folly
battling a lost cause
Till rebirth redefines
innocence, grabs
serpent by the tail.
(Image from personal collection.)
One Woman's Quest 
Strong and meaningful words, V.J.!
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Thank you!
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You’re welcome!
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It seems the Patriarchy smile is turning to grimace … too much rising up to ignore … I have hopes for measurable change in the coming decade or two (before I’m gone!) …
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I hope so too Jazz. I pray my granddaughters have less of this nonsense to deal with.
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Powerful!
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Thank you!
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An engrossing poem V.J. and adore your poetic finale stanza….
“Till rebirth redefines
innocence, grabs
serpent by the tail.”
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Thanks Ivor.
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I’m liking where you have taken this subject VJ.
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Thank you dear sir.
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Very empowered scribing! ❤
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Thank you so much.
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Yes, “empowered” is a good word for the poem. Cast that serpent from thee and all he represents!!
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Done! Thanks Liz.
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🙂
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Love this! Would love to see what you would write for Lilith, Adam’s first wife.
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I have a Lilith one somewhere in my repetoire, lol. Thank you.
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Strong words ❤️
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Thanks Elaine
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