Broken down, built up
Back turned, respect earned
Forged path, driven alone
One stare you turn in fear
Because you realize you backed down
From a fight you never earned
I climbed this mountain from courage alone
I won't let you hoist yourself from my rope
Because once I reach the top, the threads are torn
From my lessons I've learned,
I will make sure you figure out them on your own
Just because I walk alone, doesn't mean I'm lost
It simply means I don't take shit from anyone anymore
Either you're with me or against me
I'm not a leader of sheep
I'm a warrior of my own future
So follow me if you wish
But don't expect it to be handed to you
Because I've foraged my future from my fears
I've risen from my falls
I've made comebacks that can only be heard of in storybooks
So you should be very afraid
Because you're in my sights now
Don't expect me to back down
You may be able to walk a mile in my shoes
But you won't be able to lead my army
My legion is built on loyalty and trust
That has been earned from my hardships
My silence shows my courage to lead
My wisdom shows my willingness to stand against you
For you have not built a foundation to fight
I won't need a sword to defeat you
I simply need to get you to flee
Since it's the only thing you can do against me
I'm a warrior forged in trials
My spirit is built on loyalty to myself
I can stand alone
Can you say the same?
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Darker Past, Brighter Future (Poetry Collection)
PoetryThis is a collection o poetry I've written for the last couple years and I wanted to create a book to not only store them in one place, but for others to read and enjoy. I've always thought poetry had to rhyme and have beautiful elements for people...