i rise

If you
see me
fall to the ground
on my knees
shoulders heavy
head bowed
body shuddering
with sobs
do not fear
just watch
I will
lift my head
raise my face
to the sky
and breathe
I will
open my eyes
and gaze
beyond the stars
and know
I will
pull my
shoulders back
fill my body with strength
and know
I will smile
to the world
with hope
and know
I will
light my soul
with fire
to feel
life vibrate
through me
and know
I will
stand to my feet
look to the future
with faith
and know
I will
always rise
in your
darkest moment
you will rise
when you have
lost all hope
you will rise
always
you will rise