I’m beautiful because……


For Kotak Mahindra Bank – Slogan – contest




                                                   I’m beautiful because……
my mama says so.
Picking myself up, however low.
Helping others, wherever I go.


I’m normal, I’m decent
Just a drop in the ocean
Of God’s lovely creation.


You can body shame
& malign my name
Just try to burn me
I’ll still chat with you at tea.








Yvonne Fernandes



8 Jan 2018



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