It's Okay to be ME

It’s Okay to be ME

It’s okay to be me

as I was once told

when i was being judged

just for standing out and being bold.

I look at myself then

all shy and all weak

as I look at me now

for being proud to be a freak.

I used to be quiet

and almost afraid of the world

I realize that as you get older

it’s okay to unfold.

Now I am strong

and faced challenges some could not imagine

like loosing my father

who now is in heaven.

If I didn’t have friends

and the family support

I wouldn’t be able to live my life

in an organized sort.

I’ve been taught to be more happy

and to live my life well

because I realize right now

I used to be living under a shell.

I used to just live in the present

but now I thrive for my future

to become successful

and to be a teacher.

I pray that God continues to keep me healthy

as I success throughout my day

including nighttime and sports

where I rest and play.

I am strong and independent

and no one can take that away from me

because as I was once told

It’s okay to be ME!