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I Rise

I was down and out  
Languishing in the black bowels of Hell
Writhing in agony  
Mental anguish debilitating me

But now I'm back
And I rise
Im fighting,
Im on the attack

Loneliness won't defeat me
I'll grab life by the scruff
And get what's mine
I'll defend my corner 

Sick of being walked over
Trodden on
I will prevail
Life wont win

Won't be tossed about
By others actions and my emotions
Im taking back my power
I'm not giving in

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Taking back the power is the key to winning!

Won't be tossed about
By others actions and my emotions
Im taking back my power
I'm not giving in

Love it!!!
Cat

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its easier said than done, that's the problem.

Thank you

Love Louise

Stand tall, be proud to be who you are, give the world the finger!!!!

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it is good to see you using poetry to make a resolve to take charge of your life and make the most of it....

raj (sublime_ocean)

Thank you

if only life was that simple, but am trying.

lou

Stand tall, be proud to be who you are, give the world the finger!!!!

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