Always
It won’t always be a voice
That shouts strength into your soul
You’ll need to, in conscious choice
Find yourself a stronger role
It won’t always be a song
That lifts when spirits are low
You’ll soon find that all along
From the quiet, how you grow
It won’t always be a hand
That helps lift you when you fall
You’ll find your own way to stand
And in doing, stand more tall
It won’t always be a heart
That bleeds common sacrifice
Until, in time, you can start
Seeing blood a worthy price
It won’t always be an ear
That hears all your strong laments
You’ll stand against inner fear
Find yourself in present tense
It won’t always be the eyes
Returning a caring gaze
When head helps heart to realize
You own all your future days
For, in you, there is a spark
Phoenix rising all ablaze
Your bright light can shatter dark
It is who you are, Always!
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So inspirational! Thanks –
No, thank you, Beth! Stay well!
Wow, this is a well written poem with a great lesson. I love this! You are the best, Brad! And also, I have a thing with phoenixes.
Thank you, Matt! I like phoenixes, but have a fondness for dragons too! Thanks for all your support!
Yes, Brad! Dragons too. This is me growing up watching and reading fictions. You are most welcome and thank you for your support too.
Beautiful and inspiring.
Thank you, Rajaneesh! Namasté!
This made me cry. So inspirational and moving. A wonderful reminder that we have the strength of a phoenix to rise above anything, we just sometimes forget what lies within us. Thank you, Brad. Beautifully penned! ❤😘🥰
Thank you, my dear friend! May you always know your own strength! ❤😘🥰
Beautiful . It helps to see the spark within us.
Thank you, Sangita!
love the inspirational message – there is so much we can for and by ourselves if we just put our mind and body to the task.
Thank you, Jim!
Such a moving piece! Well done, Brad!
Thank you, Pete! Hope you and yours are well and safe!
Beautiful! These verses,
“It won’t always be a hand
That helps lift you when you fall
You’ll find your own way to stand
And in doing, stand more tall…” are so true, in meaning and in the artistic composition, so precise. Wonderful work Brad, really loved it!
All the best my friend,
Francisco
Thank you kindly, dear Francisco! I so appreciate your words and generous support!
You’re very welcome Brad and it is my pleasure and I appreciate your support and encouragement always!
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This is wonderful, Brad. So inspiring 💖
Thank you, beautiful lady! Miss you, but happy to see your new venture is keeping you busy.
😘