Against All Odds

Written by Mark Johnson

I have had my share

of dreadful moments,

flailing against petty,

prescribed walls

constructed of fear,

falsehoods and

feeblemindedness.

I stumbled, but

never succumbed.

Against all odds,

I fought through,

beyond the hate.

I found a better life

on the other side.

I discarded ignorance.

I demanded respect

for my differences.

I am stronger now

for pushing through,

but the fight

for who I am

and who I love

is far from over.

8 thoughts on “Against All Odds”

  2. amazing what we can overcome

    the power of observation & reflection gives us encouragement to persevere, to stay true

    thank you for the artful, thoughtful reminder

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