Olivia Summer Hutcherson

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Today!!!

8/16/2016

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​Roll back to the summer
of 2015
Before the nightmares started  
and life was still a dream
Just a ball of sunshine
out there on the New York scene
She was lookin for herself
or something close it seemed

I believe the month was June
the air was hot and sticky
In that beautiful white suit
She said, "you better birthday kiss me!!!
Cuz if you don't tonight,
then 1 day you're gonna miss me
And not havin me around
can be a little risky
Tryin to replace me
is like wine after whiskey"
She was dancin to her own drum
yea those feet were gettin busy
Always flirtin with a good time
she was sure to make ya dizzy

Cuz that little bombshell sparkled
She had magic inside
And some days I can still see her
if I just close my eyes
Because that light was shining through her like the stars up in the sky
She got brighter in the darkness
she got stronger with the tide

Cancer tried to take her peace
you know the devil likes to lie
That shit was beauty & the beast
they even cut her open wide
All the chemo made her weak
IVs drippin by her side
Many nights she lost sleep
on her pillow as she cried
From the passengers seat
she learned a lot along the ride
In the middle of the brokenness
she watched 2 worlds collide:

A world full of pain and
A world full of love
A world with compassion and
A world full of drugs
A world full of friendship
from those you can't imagine
A world where there were sisters
Holdin hands in God's mansion
A world full of hospitals
A world full of church
A world full of hugs
to take away the hurt
A world still worth livin in
or at least one where she'd try
Because it's never too late
to start working on your stride

So she was runnin again
her feet were pickin up the pace
Yea she was fightin for gold
in her own Olympic race
She said every day's a gift
so be careful not to waste
Because my life was almost taken
But I could not be erased!!!

Every ounce of beauty
quickly got replaced
With baggy shirts and drains
hangin down to my waist
The day I shaved my head
tears were streamin down my face
I swear I could've filled an Ocean
as I cried out salty waves
I swam through every bottle
Tryna drown out that bad taste
I was lookin for myself
but I could not find a trace
Wearin scars like it was fashion
all wrapped up in gauzy lace
I was bleedin on the inside
with a smile on my face

But I straightened out my crown
and got back in the race
And I'm here today to tell you
we're full of miracles and grace
If there's one thing I could share though
I would tell you not to wait
Do it NOW and not tomorrow
cuz we only have TODAY!!!

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11 Months...

6/13/2016

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​And suddenly it hits me

while I'm lying on my back
How precious our time is
and how quickly it can pass
Today's 11 months
since my body was hacked
By the nastiest disease
this thing called cancer is whack!!!
Brought me to my knees
and stole my money stacks
Sometimes I can not breathe
from the countless flashbacks
Not even my enemy
would I wish this attack
Robbed my nights of sleep
and had me slippin through the cracks
My faith it gives me wings
to fly towards a comeback
So to the fighters keep your head up
Turns out I beat it, raise a flag!!!

#LivStrong #cancersux #bca #staypositive #countyourblessings #collectmomentsnotthings 🙏💖💪🏼😰 👑




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                                     I am NOT my Hair

6/6/2016

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I am NOT my Hair
I'm not what I wear
Clothed in scars and smiles
Come close if you dare

Please handle with care
because this package is so rare
When they see her walking
they all stop and stare

A spirit you should fear
because I am still here
got me screaming out Liv Strong
like the anthem of the year!!!

Listen to the cheer
I feel my time is near
Shout out to the good souls
who helped wipe every tear

Signed yours truly,

From a heart that's so sincere

#latepost #cancersucks #survivor #poet #LivStrong


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Reconstruction

3/18/2016

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This morning I awoke
with water in my eyes
Full of gratitude
the war is over inside
Yesterday’s surgery
made me realize
That having a healthy body
is the ultimate prize
Still wrapped in bandages
but the cancer has died
And I’ve never been more sure
that LOVE is ALIVE
They could fill an ocean
with the tears that I’ve cried
But I would learn to swim
after a headfirst dive
Never knew my own strength
or how hard I could fight
I made it through the storm
with a faith burning bright
Lost some people on the way
who couldn’t bear the sight
And yet some surprised me
Who came back day and night
Nothing is too broken
to find its way back to the light
Thank you to the souls
who’ve touched my heart and touched my life
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I Like

3/16/2016

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Dear World,

It's been a while… I have not spoken lately because I didn't want to hear the echo of my own words. As someone who prides themselves on being optimistic, it is strange to hear defeat knock. I would be lying though if I did not acknowledge the pain that recently snuck in through the side windows and back door.

I suppose pain is 1 of the greatest motivating forces in the universe. It pushes us to points we did not know existed and reminds us of how strong or weak we ultimately choose to be. Tonight I write you from my most honest and vulnerable state. Behind the blonde curls, big smile, and bubbly personality is just a girl who needs a long hug and good cry.

I watched my body and world crumble before my eyes in less than 9 months. In fact, I managed to get through 3 surgeries (as of Wednesday), 4 rounds of chemo, and having my head shaved on the Nasdaq Billboard in Times Square. By the way, that was in between graduating college, preparing dance shows for Lincoln Center and ABC news broadcasters, recording 2 documentaries, and finishing a poetry book. Not to mention experiencing some of the most awkward dating experiences of my life!!!

You think when you’re “CANCER FREE” it’s over but actually it’s just the beginning. It is like re-learning everything for the first time again. There is no fear because once you realize you didn’t die, you’re actually able to live. Each day I face a new set of challenges... mostly facing myself.

What I can tell you though is this:

I like a life without rules
I like people who are real
I like speaking of my dreams
I like music that heals
I like food that is warm
I like dancing in the rain
I like wine that is chilled
I like forgetting my pain
I like the laugh of a child
I like learning what I don't know
I like my heart young
I like my old soul
I like that I still love
I like who I could be
I like who I’m becoming
I like that I am free

#thinkingoutloud #poet #fcancer #LivStrong

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Funny Valentine

2/16/2016

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Today we celebrate 
the gift of LOVE
So here's to the ones
who help build us up

For life is hard
and the road is long 
Thankful to the souls 
who help us carry on

The smallest acts of kindness
like a smile or a hug
Can help regrow a nation
with a single touch

It's not what we can get
when trying to reach new height
But the kindness that we give
that radiates our light 

For when I leave this Earth
I hope that it's a better place
And someone breathed easier
in my presence one day

They say protect your heart
so your spirit doesn't fall
But I never lost anything
By watering the flowers on the wall!!!

#poet #writer #artist #flowerchild #lovealwayswins 
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World Tour

1/13/2016

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Tired of wigs
Tired of hats
Tired of silk scarves
tied to the back
Tired of tired
my body’s been hacked
Tired of insurance
and the sympathy they lack
Ready for vaca
In my mind I am packed
Done with infusions
now find your way back
What’s the “new normal”?
Please tell me the facts
Cuz I’m swimming through the deep end
and this diamond is cracked
I’ll smile through the pain
as they all say relax
But shoutout to the brave souls
who take it in racks
Ya’ll are my heroes
I mean it to the max
Let's do this walk together
we will make our own map
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ER

12/21/2015

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Thankful to say
I made it out ok
Thankful for all of the
people who pray
Thankful to wake up
Each & every day
Thankful for Angels
Who bless my pathway
When I fall down
I get back up and say
Not today cancer
Won't block all my rays
Cuz I am a sunshine
Burning and bright
Thankful today
and thankful for life

#stripped #realmoment #emergencyroom #chemosucks #kickingbreastcancersbutt #LivStrong
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Dear Friends,

12/20/2015

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Humbled and grateful
for the messages I've received.
Like water for the body
you all help me breathe.
Make my load a little lighter
and my smile return again.
I may not always respond
but thank you my dear friends

🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

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Chemo #3

12/9/2015

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Good night
Good night
Turn out the light
But oh wait 1st
Let's spark it right
My mind will fight
Just not tonight
The body's weak
So careful life
I write, I write
to get it RIGHT
I think I’m on to higher Heights
Maybe eyes will take a flight
to Cherry Blossom
Dreams in sight
I’d fly away
like I’m a kite
Before I lay
I pray with might
Because the day
of CHEMO bites
It’s #3 of 4
So I…
Will make it through
#LivStrong
Aight!!!
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    Olivia has been writing poetry since the young age of 13. It was always a private passion of hers. However, after surviving cancer she decided to start sharing her work. It is important for her to connect with others going through a similar journey and hopefully  provide some understanding and inspiration. #LivStrong

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