dear puzzle piece 

seeking his place in the mosaic of life

i understand the struggle you feel

to constantly feel out of place

as if you’re an autumn leaf

on the branches of summer’s embrace

you’re looking for your path

trying to find your purpose

in a world that’s a canvas

awaiting your unique hue

as this year continues

and you gradually walk towards your goal

of finding out who you really are

each step you take

becomes a brushstroke

painting your portrait of purpose.

shed the mask 

that you’ve worn for so long

stop trying to hide 

the raw authenticity that’s hidden beneath

you’ve been longing for acceptance

not from others

but,

from the reflection staring back

craving a moment

where the shattered pieces of your identity

finally come together into a beautiful

mosaic of self-understanding