The most authentic version of me

is when

I’m home alone

on a laidback weekend

and can turn up the stereo

as loud as I want

and can sing at the top of my lungs

without anyone watching.

#you can’t judge

The most authentic version of me

is when

I glance at the clock

and suddenly

four hours have passed

while I sit

on a school night

wanting nothing but to know

the ending of this killer novel.

#don’t you dare spoil it

The most authentic version of me

is when

I’m with my closest friends

and I’m not afraid of being me

the “laughing so hard I can’t breathe” me

and that rush of satisfaction

when I make them do the same.

#bffs

The most authentic version of me

is when

I’m all dressed up

with rad heels

a fabulous dress

and perfectly on point eyeliner

and I feel good enough

to take a selfie

and post it with

#nofilter.