Remember in times
of dark desperation
When even the world
is wrought with frustration
Standing firm and strong
is what you must do
Belief in your principles
will get you through
If trials do get worse
continue to stand
Don't be afraid
to ask for a hand
Believe in yourself
push away the doubt
Perseverance will finally
force them all out
With good firm beliefs
in hope and goodwill
You'll be amply prepared
with wisdom and skill
When tribulation comes
remember that you
Have what it takes
to carry you through
When you build your house
on a solid foundation
Your fortress will withstand
each storm's duration
Author notes
photo: "All I leave behind" by Ana Cruz
A contest entry
- For all of my past contest-winners... by WhollySurrendered.
475 points, ended August 5, 2007, 17 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Please tell me what you think
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This is a stunning write. Full hope and deep encouragement. A simply amazing inspiration. The best of luck to you in the contest.
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This is wonderfull written and so moving.
Well done with this piece. A great reminder
to us all to always keep on believing in ourselves.
Thank you for your entry in my contest!
I appreciate it and wish you the best of
luck with it. Keep up the wonderful
work here my friend!
Jeremy0826
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excellent
Very inspirational write. YOur words ring out loud for all to hear. Life is full of trails and tribulations, and it is all in the perspective of the individual as to the outcome. Great Job, great words and inspiration.
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Truly amazing
This was absolutely incredible and inspirational. Good luck in the contest.
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Thanks so much!!
Jeannie
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You're welcome.
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INSPIRATIONAL ! FANTASTIC!
I can realate to this so well, it is a long, lonely road being true to ones values but the end result is so overwhelmingly beautiful and satisfying!
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Wonderful!!
Powerful verse You have penned my Friend with a Powerful message to share~
Love the rhyme and this needed to be heard
Thank You for sharing Your Talent!!
Many blessings to You in the contest
Best wishes too
and much love~ Desire~*~
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My dear poetess, this is a strong uplifting write. Raises one to the stars and reminds that if you endure and though tired continue on you will prevail. I love this. Think it gave me the kick in the behind I was looking for today. Thank you for the wonderous beauty you pen. Your heart and soul shine forth in every one of them. Dawn
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Dawn, you honour me with your wonderful, supportive, and uplifting comments. It means so much to be able to touch something within others. You certainly do it with your writes. Thank you so much.
Jeannie
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This just jumps out at you and makes you want to continue reading, so haunting in look yet so uplifting in spirit of words,
Thanks for sharing,
Warm thoughts
Frozentearz
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Thanks so much, we have to hope and believe that in each cloud there is a silver lining.
Jeannie
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Nice rhyme and flow! An encouraging take on the picture, well expressed. The storms of life that tend to toss us to and fro... Thank you so much for your entry! Good luck to you in the contest!
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Thanks for the great comment. Awesome contest.
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