Don't You Dare

13LaurenD

I don’t ever want to hear you say that again,

That you’re thinking about giving up just because things look like they are going to end.

You can’t give in just because things don’t look like the way you thought,

And all of the pain that you are in has left your stomach in knots.

But you know you’re tough, and you’ve been down this road before,

And it is up to you to remember what it is that you are fighting for.

When you started this journey, you knew that it was not going to be an easy task,

And no one knows the story of the person who is hidden behind the mask.

The person who never lets anyone in,

The person who is trying to change the way that things have been.

The person who always seems to read things wrong,

The person who has never quit felt like they belonged.

The person who kept going when nothing was going right,

The person who knew they had to keep fighting, even when it seemed like there was no end in 

sight.

The person who did it with a smile and grace,

The person who knew they were going to finish the race.

Maybe they thought there was a chance that they wouldn’t win,

But they knew that no matter what, there was no way that they were going to give in.

And sometimes you still hear that little voice coming back,

That reminds you of everything you aren’t and all of the skills that you lack.

Even when that voice comes back and reminds you of everything you are not,

You have to remind yourself of every battle that you have fought.

How you kept going, even when the odds were not in your favor,

And you stayed strong, even when your mind was causing your feelings to waver.

No matter what happens, I don’t ever want to hear you say,

That you need to give up because you know you can take it one more day. 










  • Author: 13LaurenD (Offline Offline)
  • Published: July 14th, 2024 18:28
  • Category: Unclassified
  • Views: 11
  • Users favorite of this poem: fire_fly
Get a free collection of Classic Poetry ↓

Receive the ebook in seconds 50 poems from 50 different authors


Comments +

Comments2

  • Tristan Robert Lange

    Your poem deeply resonated with me. Its message of resilience and determination was exactly what I needed to hear. The vivid imagery and rhythmic flow beautifully capture the essence of perseverance. Thank you for sharing such an inspiring piece; it serves as a powerful reminder of our inner strength and the importance of never giving up. Keep writing – your words have a profound impact.

    • 13LaurenD

      Thank you so much! That means a lot! I hope whatever you are going through you know you are strong enough to get through it! You got this! 😉

      • Tristan Robert Lange

        Thank you!

      • pkgboy49

        Such a strong and confident message delivered in such a gentle and offhanded way. You have a unique style. Like a signature .

        • 13LaurenD

          Thank you so much!



        To be able to comment and rate this poem, you must be registered. Register here or if you are already registered, login here.