Diamond In the Rough

I may break,
I may bend,
I may not be
The greatest friend.

I say mean things,
Sometimes I'm rude.
Don't always have
The best attitude.

A stubborn streak
That holds on tight.
To break it,
Is a constant fight.

I make mistakes,
But life is tough.
After all,
I'm still a Diamond in the rough.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009


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Date: 7/15/2009 4:37:00 PM
Erica - Congratulations on placing in Nathan’s contest – I apologize for it taking so long for me to say it, God Bless, MJ
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Date: 6/28/2009 6:42:00 AM
Congratulations on your poem placing in the contest! :) Well done!~ Carrie
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Date: 6/27/2009 11:21:00 PM
Erica, congrats with your placement in Nathan's contest...Raul
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Date: 6/27/2009 8:45:00 PM
Congratulations on Honorable Mention in my contest! Nate
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Date: 6/12/2009 1:20:00 PM
Smile~Well, to some degree, we have all been diamonds in the rough within our lives....The good news is for most, life is an ever evolving polishing, of our hearts, souls and minds!!? So, judging from Your open write here precious Erica, you are well upon Your way, to a shining finish I believe someday!! So don't stop writing; for it may be a polishing tool, upon the path of Your glow!!? Much Warmth & Love to You & Your Loves, John!!"~"Have A Very Lovely Day!!":):) Bye ~
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