Because I Live

Quote by Maya Angelou:
"I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it."

Because I Live

I can be changed by the storms I face,
But I refuse to let them win the race,
For I am strong, I am alive,
And I will always find a way to thrive.

Because I live, I will not be broken,
By the words left unspoken,
Or the pain that seeps into my soul,
For I am the captain of my own shoal.

I will not let fear consume me,
Or the darkness of the night loom me,
For I am a warrior, a fighter,
And I will always be a survivor.

Because I live, I will chase my dreams,
No matter how impossible they may seem,
And I will carve my own destiny,
With every step, every breath, every memory.

I will love with all my heart,
And never let my fears tear us apart,
For I know that love is the ultimate gift,
And it's what gives my soul its uplift.

Because I live, I will embrace the unknown,
And make the most of every moment shown,
For life is fleeting, and time is short,
And I refuse to let it be a mere sport.

So, let the winds of change blow,
And the rivers of life flow,
For I am here, I am alive,
And because I live, I will thrive.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Agustin Avatar
April 17, 2023 at 1:12 AM
Wow! Your first posted poem is a winner. Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts on "Because I Live" through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." God bless you.
Mashilo Avatar
April 17, 2023 at 1:19 AM
Thank you for the warm welcome ????
Canerdy Avatar
April 15, 2023 at 6:11 AM
Nakang, CONCRATS on your well-deserved win with this uplifting poem. Janice
Mashilo Avatar
April 15, 2023 at 7:12 AM
Thank you ??
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April 15, 2023 at 7:11 AM
Thank you ??
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