I owe it to myself to be Me
Constantly pulled in multiple directions
Demands on me from everyone
Time fleeing not my own
Drained... I'm but a shadow of myself
Before I'm pushed right over the edge
Need to retake control of the reins
Take a long deep breath
Find the strength to be myself again
“Due to personal reasons, I will be continuing to be myself.” – Unknown
AP: 1st place 2026
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