Arise yesterday is over
Opening your eyes is starting over
Adversity has played its part
Placing obstacles making it hard for you to start
Tragedy shall lead you to pain
Like the mystical bird you will rise again
When it seems you have taken all you can take
Remember there is no warmth in that which is fake
Let integrity be your guide
Illuminating that which is buried deep inside
Overcoming the challenges of life’s clashes
Just like the Phoenix you shall rise from the ashes
When the way forward may not seem clear
Internal conflict only serves to create fear
Take one moment to quiet your mind bring your focus back in line
When life has you asking why me
A catharsis is the means by which you will see
Truth cleanses like a fire leaving behind ashes
In its wake the lies that started the clashes
Everyday you have the choice to live anew
Like the phoenix
If you are blessed to arise simply be you
About the Creator
Gregory Anderson
I am a writer and filmmaker director & author. Writing has always been a passion for me. I wrote and directed a play called “The Rosary” which traveled around for a few years. My book “Poetic steps in time and season” is available online
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This story is a continuation of the Tales of Ezok that began in "The Precipice." Reading this story and its companion "Whispers and Whisps" is not required to enjoy this story, but they will each add layers to the character we see here and I would be remiss to not mention them at the very least.
By Stephen A. Roddewiga day ago in Fiction
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This was extremely powerful! Loved your poem!