I may be human, but being human does not mean that I am restricted by what my body allows me to do. I am able to help others who are in need of and want my assistance; I am able to help the Earth; I am capable of being a leader and a lover at the same time (yes, I am looking at you, Fox News).

I am able to do all of this because of the support system I have to back me up on all of the choices and decisions I make and this system makes me feel like I am Supergirl (or someone like her, without the flying and whatnot); I have powers to use for the common good for all.

My powers originate from my family; my parents taught me good from evil and to stand up for myself. My mom taught me that I can be both beautiful and strong; both my mom and my aunts taught me that I can take on anything that life throws at me. My dad taught me that I don't need a boy to show me love exists. Through my family I have gained the power of love and detecting its presence; when I cannot sense love, I am able to create it with my heart and soul for those who need it. My family has also given me the power of leadership; however, I needed to go out into the world to build on that power on my own.

My powers grow stronger with my friends. When they need to feel loved and that they are headed down the right path, I am there to give them light, love and leadership. My friend groups have helped me create another power of mine: honesty. While being surrounded by these good people, I have learned that honesty helps build relationships, both intimate and platonic and professional.

My powers regenerate through a few things: warm showers, sleep, and the sun. Like I said, I am only human, these things that help regenerate my powers only do so because they make me and keep me happy. In order for me to spread my powers and help the ones who want my help, I should be happy with myself and what I am doing.

Notice how I didn't say "make-up gives me powers because it makes me feel fierce/beautiful" or a certain piece of clothing or brand name or being given a piece of jewelry or roses on Valentine's Day. I didn't say those things because I don't need those things to tell me I am strong or I am pretty or I am loving. It's because I already know I am. But also, I am me, and you are you "and that is truer than true" (Dr. Seuss). Your powers, my dear reader, may come from other sources. But when you do realize that you have powers just like me, remember to use them for good and to spread and share them.