My 4 Walls
After several years of adolescence
I finally scaled the wall of adulthood.
Trying many times before, I had only managed
to butt heads. One day a frisky filly, gave me a kick
and over the wall I went. Once over that wall,
I encountered the wall of responsibility.
I walked beside it for a while. After my first
son was born, I scratched and clawed
until I got over. No sooner than I had
cleared it, I came face to face, with the
wall of accountability. It would be many
years before I would even think about
climbing that wall. Every time I would get close
I would always blame my shortcomings
and fears on others. There were many setbacks
until one day a strong feminine hand
pulled me on top so I could see the light.
Then I felt I had become a real man
and my life changed for the better.
I could see the choices I had been
making were holding me back. Now, unrestrained
I travel to the final wall, where I am
certain there will be a helping hand.
Feb 22 2016 By Daniel Turner
Copyright © Daniel Turner | Year Posted 2016
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