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You know, I carry pain

So much so, it should drive me insane,

Yet here I am, still holding on

We have two real choices,

Succumb to the negative inner voices

Or stand strong despite your broken heart,

Because every event plays its part

In leaving its marks and causing scars,

But to not stand strong means to let go

And I won’t do this because I know,

Life is not a guarantee for everyone

And we must show appreciation and gratitude,

That we get to hopefully be long lived

Despite the suffering that this life can give,

But one thing is for sure, I am not ready to let go

Fuck that, there’s more to do and this I know,

And even in my later years, I may shed tears

But I won’t succumb and it is not through fear,

It’s because I’ve more to do and achieve

And I came into this world kicking and screaming,

And I will go out the same way, looking for meaning,

Not just slipping away barely noticed or seen

But rather as someone who fought for their dream,

Of making a difference and bringing about change

And I don’t care if you think I am deranged,

Just because I won’t play this ritualistic game

And rather than being known for going out with grace,

I will rock up to my graveside knowing no shame.