Fateful Climb

Oh how I try to understand The chaos clinging to my hand Past mistakes made Slowly the memories fade Wondering where now will I land Will it be smacked flat on my face Or strong, proud and full of Grace Only the higher power knows What in life comes and goes Yet, I continue to pray for my peaceful place Continuing to keep my chin up Counting the blessings that fill my cup That allows me to smile Take time, lay back, relax for awhile Before my mind begins to become corrupt All the drama, tears, and high stakes Holding close to stop feeling the shakes Of the demons inside trying to escape Lock up the cell; apply the duct tape Losing control, quickly stomping the breaks Praying for the sliding to stop In the devils valley, looking up the mountain top The journey seems so long and hard With my heart and soul already scarred I keep climbing through the muck and slop Knowing the hard work pays off in time Quit thinking, and finish the climb Stumbling and tripping Yet, determined and fiercely gripping Anxious to see my realities with such sublime