Hakim Fuhad Mansaray Poet Rhyme

When I Say I'M Fine

It doesn't mean
I have the sun rise in my hands
and have it set under my feet;
or that I control the hands of time.

I say it not,
because it's short and sweet
and can comfort my difficult emotions;
or that all my swings are solutions.

I don't say I'm  fine
because I am ashamed
of my circumstance
or afraid of anyone's verdict
for instance.

I grew up in hell 
where I was taught, in my shell
to deal with difficulties
even before I was hatched

I traded happiness for sadness
chose trouble over calmness,
sanity over madness
later for now.

I say I'm fine 
because I know
 this is just the start
for a fulfilling past:
my journey has not come to an end

I'm happier with myself
because the more I live
I know — the more I'll narrow my scope
for I have faith in hope.

I say I'm fine 
because I spend more time 
on things that add value 
not on things I should value.

I say I'm fine
because I believe
I'll be fine.

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