I am strong

I stand up,

with my head held high,

locking arms with the people I love. 

I stand tall,

wiping my tears,

and keeping my smile strong. 

I walk down the hallway,

with no care in the world 

of what’s being said about me. 

I looked adversity in the eyes,

and gave him a wink. 

I stand up

to the people who

try to knock me down. 

I stand tall,

next to the people

who have been through it all. 

I walk down the hallway,

with a twinkle in my eye

because I know, 

that I’m strong. 

I confronted adversity,

and gave no attention to 

the people 

who were trying to make me feel small.