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I Hope You Dance

Life can be like a beautiful ballet Few will see the hard work behind it, What you show is what others assay The rules are exacting, never forget, First, you think you have it mastered Then, you realize you are never enough, That your prized goals are blurred You’ll admit living a good life is tough. Life can be like a beautiful ballet Those who cannot dance will criticize They will insist you perform it their way Keep in mind life is more than an exercise. It is the real thing, your interpretations, Finding your strength, playing your role You can only live up to your expectations Clinging to all that is within your control. Life can be like a beautiful ballet Ever moving gracefully toward a finale Moving through the scenes every day First, the mountain, then, the valley Inevitably before the end, the climax You will reach the peak of your success Maintaining composure through attacks You'll hear the applause, God will bless. BRONZE MEDAL WINNER written March 2, 2022 DIVwrites Magazine Poetry Contest All Poetry April 6, 2022

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