This poem was inspired by Maya Angelou's Poem "Still I Rise." The poem showd up in an email to me a couple of days ago. I just knew that I had to do something with it. I am a great admirer of Maya as she was indeed a most wonderful poet.
“Like the sunrise” Like the sunrise, I shall rise. For all my tomorrows Are but mine. Like the ocean waves I shall return To climb the highest peaks. Like the wind That touches my skin I shall rejoice As life begins again. Like the rain That caresses my fields I shall forever praise The gods that made it so. Like the rivers That run to the seas I shall bless The little ones who come to me. Like the sunset I shall rejoice The days That I have lived. Like a moon beam I shall cherish The glories of life. Like the stars That sparkle I shall love my lover Even in the darkest of nights. Like the sunrise I shall rise again And begin my Days again.
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