Introspection

Step aside and view thy self.
Broken man, hunched by pain,
not standing tall, just not the same.

Bow your back, now walk upright,
press on forward, join the fight.

Find peace within, through pouring rain,
your efforts now won't be in vain.

Seek relief from darkened mind,
blue skies ahead, you just might find.

For only I do hold the key,
returning happy back to me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Pataki Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 11:28 PM
Hi Mark. This is a beautiful poem, and thanks for telling me to read it. Definitely worth reading. And it has a beautiful rhyme, it all flows so good. I adore the message, you write very good! :-)
Pataki Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 7:36 AM
I'm terribly sorry for your loss Mark. I understand you, my mother suffered cancer years ago, but she could get rid of it after many months of fighting. Your poem reflects a positive attitude I really like. :-))
Hughes Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 6:55 AM
Glad you liked it Ariana. It speaks to overcoming difficult times in life. I lost my wife to cancer, and it was devastating!
Yuhas Avatar
July 19, 2017 at 6:08 PM
Very nice write Mark. Frame of mind and attitude always bring you through. Blessings.
Hughes Avatar
July 20, 2017 at 6:41 AM
Thank you Pete! I have to press on with heavy heart.
Sands Avatar
July 18, 2017 at 7:07 AM
Excellent inspiring poem with strength Mark! I love it :)
Hughes Avatar
July 18, 2017 at 4:10 PM
Thank You Heidi for commenting, much appreciated! I'm glad you liked it.
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