My Inner Self

I have come from a distance not looking behind or in front of me. 
I have felt the heat of a hot summer day and the frigid temperatures of a cold 
winter day. 
I know what it is like to be knocked off my feet,
I have been hit in the face and have felt the pain of defeat.
I walk a path that has no end.
I have entered places with no welcome. 
I have cried in secret. 
I have looked into my most inner self,
I have found happiness within myself and
with the help of no one else.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2005

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Somadas Avatar
August 9, 2020 at 6:54 AM
I have found happiness within myself and with the help of no one else.. If you had, you are blessed.. Nice thoughts Joe..
Bangalee Avatar
August 9, 2020 at 3:29 AM
who knows the true self s/he is happy with the inside
Lamoureux Avatar
September 23, 2018 at 11:28 PM
A very well expressed piece, although I wonder if it would be truly possible “with the help of no one else.”
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