Blood of Life

In silence and solitude, it begins,

A natural cycle of womanhood.

A flow of blood, a sacred hymn

A process of renewal misunderstood!

 

In many cultures, it is a taboo,

A hidden secret kept from sight.

Yet it’s a vital part of who you are,

A necessary function to bring life.

 

For every month, it comes again,

A cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

A reminder of your strength within

Your bodies, a temple, a sacred earth.

 

It can bring pain, discomfort, and strife

But it’s also a symbol of your power.

A sign of your potential to give life,

A monthly reminder of the miracle flower.

 

For every drop of blood that flows,

A testament to the cycle of growth,

The beauty of nature, in its highs and lows,

A reminder of the power you hold

 

So let us celebrate this cycle of life.

Embrace the power of your femininity.

Let us end the stigma and the strife,

And reclaim your true divinity.

 

For YOU are the blood of life itself,

A force to be reckoned with, a power to wield.

Let us embrace your bodies and your health,

And let your truth be revealed!

 

By: Smit Srivastava (Vahi 'Agyat')

Note: The image is the author's own painting and is NOT for anyone else's use (copyright).