Courage

Ask not what is courage,
Cliff diver, so eager,
Arms open like wings, soar,
Ocean splash, whale's grandeur,
sans courage, dream no more.

Ask not what is courage,
Squirrel darts, holes unfold,
Eagle soars, eyes keen, brave,
Nervous dance, nuts in clasp,
Courage triumphs, goals made.

Ask not what is courage
Ants in line, food they prize, 
Fear of broom, trample lies, 
Hard work, courage, tasks lure, 
Keeps them going, for miles.

Ask not what is courage
Courage shines, fear deposed,
Confidence to goals, scope,
Lost courage, undone tasks,
Darkness veils cherished hope.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Nicholsen Avatar
December 30, 2023 at 12:24 PM
Simply beautiful I enjoyed reading your work thanks for sharing
Roper Avatar
December 28, 2023 at 12:48 PM
Courage to those that have a goal. I would never do the 1st stanza, I'm afraid of height, that last line has a big impact. Happy New Years my friend Hugs eve
Goldsmith Avatar
December 28, 2023 at 10:49 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Courage" write/ending. We all can use some courage. "Happy New Year 2024" .................
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