In our lives we have so many ups and downs,
Each one is now behind us.
We know that life can knock us down,
But the choice we have is ours
Whether we should get up again,
Or not.
In my long life I have always got up,
And at each rising have become stronger
So that now being knocked down is avoided
As I have the knowledge to stay positive
And move forward to a better life
That I know will be with me,
Each and every time I arise .