Hold Your Head High

Hold your head high! Though the rain may fall And those around appear dry, You stand, unwavered, Not asking for material things, But the expectations of decency. Hold your head high! When those fools laugh, Take not pity on yourself, But pray for them. For they never will attain The real wealth you now have. Hold your head high! You’ve taught your family and friends That success isn’t defined by man, But rather defined internally. It is true that we are never alone And your true value is set by He who is with you. Hold your head high! For when you gave of yourself, You gave to the foundation of man. You helped to build the structure Where which your children can stand And learn and define themselves as you had taught them. Hold your head high! Though the crowds always gather And cast stones as they do, Remember, He, who was before you. For it is his path you now walk. Would you ever want to be anywhere else? Hold your head high!