In My Shoes

How far would you really get,
If made to walk in my shoes,
How long would it take,
To admit that you would lose.

Many have not come this far,
Or been given another chance,
Many have just stuttered,
Not given a choice to dance.

I struggle through each day,
Living in my own domain,
Hoping there will be a day,
When I am freed from all this pain.

You may not be able to see my scars,
Even if you were to pry,
Some shoes are very heavy,
So hard but at least I try.

Never give up on yourself.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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October 24, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
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January 30, 2016 at 1:02 PM
GLYN, A great pleasure to find and read your pen today. Love -- SKAT --
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