The Edge

Things that cling to life 
in the most unlikely spots, 
life not recognized by many 
yet understood by the few.

Who fight for survival 
against the likelihood of defeat, 
battling nature and man himself 
finding a place to breathe.

Strength brings a beauty
of desire, thought and focus, 
a clear belief in self and mind, 
this fight to overcome.

Uncertainty of nature 
provides a path for success, 
rewarded from the expectation 
that survival is not guaranteed.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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March 20, 2024 at 4:45 AM
Profound. Especially the last 4 lines. "Uncertainty of nature provides a path for success, rewarded from the expectation that survival is not guaranteed." - but still we must push on - for to give up, we will never know the outcome...and even then...
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