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Complications Of Womanhood
Karyn Indursky
11/26/11

Stern, but sensitive.
Strict, but sympathetic.
Abrasive, but accepting.
Thick, but thin.

Assertive, but lax.
Outgoing, but shy.
Strong, but weak.
Tender, but courageous.

Tactful, but truthful.
Blunt, but brave.
Scared, but stubborn.
Embarrassed, but encouraging.

Talkative, but silent.
Listening, but ignored.
Loyal, but cheated.
Friendly, but betrayed.

Compassionate, but crying.
Laughing, but loud.
Trying, but torn.
Helpful, but hated.

Sweet, but tainted.
Passionate, but reluctant.
Kind, but jaded.
Respectful, but opinionated.

Sincere, but sarcastic.
Goofy, but generous.
Used, but understanding.
Brave, but belittled.

Adaptable, but adjusted.
Structured, but silly.
Observant, but oblivious.
Restricted, but responsible.

Secretive, but deceived.
Accustomed, but rejected.
Appreciative, but skeptical.
Flexible, but dedicated.

Loving, but leashed.
Loyal, but lucent.
Liberal, but licensed.
Supportive, but sensuous.

Poetic, but misunderstood.
Creative, but misinterpreted.
Artistic, but limited.
Sharing, but nervous.

Honest, but hurt.
Moral, but mischievous.
Naive, but noticed.
Concerned, but confident.

Puzzles of sisterhood.
Hardships of motherhood.
Perplexities of "girl" friends.
Complications of womanhood.