The Fire Within

There is somewhat of a fire stirring deep within, Look in my eyes, and you'll be able to see where I've been. I have told you about my world, and how I feel, Every word is from my heart, and the passion is real. What has been instilled in me, can't be sold or bought, Yet the lessons I have learned can be taught. I have learned to love me in an intimate way, In the strongest of winds I will not sway. Iam like a sturdy tree, strong winds I can take, My boughs may bend , but I will not break. I have been in some storms, and I have weathered them all, In the face of adversity, I stand tall. I have gone to war without an army, only me, I like the shadow, am full of mystery. You may never really know the real inner me, You may never fully understand, why I be like I be. When you look into my eyes, you may see for yourself, You may finally understand why I have my self respect. I am like the stars in Heaven up above, I only want to be appreciated and loved. That's the fire stirring dedep within me, I love me, and am proud to be who I be.