Robin L. Gass Poet Couplet

I Am What I Am

I am what I am, my pen is my voice
this is how God made me, it was not my choice.

I feel what I say, I say what I feel
I'm not an imposter, I strive to be real.

I may not be rich but I am not poor
I revere truth and beauty but honesty more.

I am often weak but I can be strong
I fight for what's right and against what is wrong.

I have many faults and, of course, imperfections
but I don't deal in lies or misdirections.

I am what I am, it is all I can be
I leave my heart open for all to see.

I know how to love and how to forgive
I'll maintain my integrity as long as I live.

I feel what I say and I say what I see
I am what I am and will always be.

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Michael E. Harris January 24, 2021 at 7:42 AM Interesting poem in year 2008. Interesting poem in 2021. Nothing has changed and everything changed. Freedom of speech comes to mind when I read this. Little did we know I would read this poem on this day in history and see what I see going on in the world. MAY THE LORD ALWAYS BE BY YOUR SIDE

Sharon Winter December 29, 2008 at 8:11 AM Good for you! Your strength is shining through so beautiful. Have a wonderful time wherever you are going. I have a strong feeling 2009 will be your year ~ as it should be with many more to come! Love & hugs, shar

Keith Bickerstaffe December 29, 2008 at 6:13 AM A wonderful piece of self-affirmation! Lovely couplet rhyming, and a compelling message. BRAVO Robin! Love, Keith

John Rhinem December 28, 2008 at 7:20 PM Smile~You are becoming soo classic! I am so glad for you~and happy that I have met "You!"~this write had the depth of soul and the beauty of your heart~it described you within such a desirably wonderful way~that is, desirable for others to be, just like you~and "You"~"Are Beautiful!"~"Wonderful Write Perfect Robin~Love Always To You, John!"~"Have A Beautiful Evening Dear!"~Bye:)

John Loving Iii December 28, 2008 at 1:36 PM very good tis all that we can be and doing our best at what we are. and as you strive here with your inner beauty, perhaps you'll find immortality in the words you scribe. keep the pen. John H Loving III

Laurie Ginn December 28, 2008 at 1:06 PM How totally, awesomely GREAT! Yeah Robin, I love it! If more people were able to "just say it" there would be such freedom. And lovey you always say it with style. Great poem. Laurie

Christopher Higgins December 28, 2008 at 9:19 AM I love this powerful write. The voice in the poems speaks with force and anger. I can hear the fustration in this piece from the voice within. A voice that is doubted, a voice that wants to be seen and heard for what it is. Robin you are a talented lady with a strong poetic voice. Loved it.!

Carrie Richards December 28, 2008 at 8:29 AM What you are is a kind, open hearted, lady!!! That's what you are! Nice to know you, Robin! ~ Love, Carrie

Abraham L December 28, 2008 at 8:14 AM yes you are the handy work of God it is a brilliant piece keep it up, love it

Yoni Dvorkis December 28, 2008 at 8:09 AM I like the rhythm here. They should invent a new phrase for 21st century writers since 'the keyboard is mightier than the pen' doesn't sound as nice:) Except for line 2 we're in total agreement. Thanks for sharing.