A True Champion

It's not always about winning first place
What really counts is that you challenged the race
A true champion can bravely accept defeat
Still feeling good about himself though he got beat

The important thing is that you gave it your best
Keep a smile on your face and forget about the rest
Through it all, always maintain your self esteem
You're not a loser just because you didn't make the team

It doesn't matter if you are falling way behind
You're still a winner when you cross the finish line
It's your courage and determination that sets yo apart
Your chances may be small but you've got a big heart

In life don't let your failures bring you down
Have the will to get up when you hit the ground
Through life's journey many trials will come your way
But believe in yourself and victory will be yours someday
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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October 27, 2013 at 10:18 AM
Hello Paul, ... Congratulations with your featured poem of the week. It was nice seeing it on the Poetry Soup-- HOME PAGE. Always a poetry soup friend <3 = LINDA
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October 27, 2013 at 1:26 AM
Paul, CONGRATULATIONS ;) on having your poem featured................... LOVE SKAT
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October 12, 2013 at 10:24 AM
Paul.. Your first poem on the soup is excellent for the readers!! Stopping by with a nice, sweet Welcome to Poetry Soup. Wishing you the best when it comes to your poems. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here. Starting with me. SKAT :-) Please drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you like. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND". Hugs* SKAT
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October 12, 2013 at 4:11 AM
Welcome to P-Soup, Paul ! - Nice to read your first poem here. - Hope you will have much pleasure to be with us. - Wishing you good luck - have a nice day! - Comment on the poetry of others and they will comment on yours. - My first greeting to you from Norway / / / Anne-Lise :)
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October 11, 2013 at 3:09 PM
a great ending Paul,,, A nice warm WELCOME to poetry soup. Dropping by to invite you to my latest contest. You will find the contest page on the top left hand side* -Looking forward in following and reading your poetry. Hope to hear from you soon. You will enjoy the community, we are one big happy family. (Drama & Love. LOL) ~ Take Care!! From: your new poet friend @-> LINDA <-@
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