Jealousy always has been my cross, the weakness and woundedness

"Jealousy always has been my cross, 

the weakness and woundedness 

in me 

that has most often caused me to feel ugly 

and unlovable, 

like the Bad Seed. 

I’ve had many years of recovery and therapy, 

years filled with intimate and devoted friendships, 

yet I still struggle. 

I know that when someone gets a big slice of pie, 

it doesn’t mean there’s less for me. 

In fact, 

I know that there isn’t even a pie, 

that there’s plenty to go around, 

enough food and love and air.

But I don’t believe it for a second.

I secretly believe there’s a pie. 

I will go to my grave 

brandishing my fork."

Anne Lamott 

(Grace [Eventually]: Thoughts on Faith)

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