Blakeney-Rose Berry

In the depths of sorrow’s abyss, I found myself lost,

A shattered soul, a broken vessel tossed,

By waves of pain and grief, that seemed so vast,

And in my despair, I thought my end was cast.

But then, a glimmer of hope, a flicker of light,

A voice that whispered, “Rise, O child of might,

Thou art not alone, thou art not forsaken,

For in thy heart, a fire doth awaken.”

And so, with trembling steps, I walked the path,

Through the dark and treacherous valley of wrath,

Where demons and shadows lurked and sneered,

And every step, a battle to be feared.

But with each trial, my strength did grow,

And with each wound, my spirit did glow,

For I knew that in my heart, a flame did burn,

A light that would guide me to my return.

And so, I fought and struggled, day and night,

Through the tempests of pain and loss, I held tight,

To the hope that burned within my breast,

And the faith that gave me strength to pass the test.

Until, at last, I saw the light of day,

And the shadows and demons all fell away,

For in my heart, a fire did blaze,

And in my soul, a triumph did raise.

And now, I stand, a warrior born anew,

With scars that tell a tale of what I’ve been through,

But also, with a heart that beats with life,

And a spirit that knows how to survive.

For though the road was long and hard,

And though my heart was often scarred,

I know now that within me lies,

A strength that no storm can ever disguise.

So I walk on, with head held high,

And a heart that knows how to fly,

For I have overcome mine pain and flaws,

And in my victory, I have found my cause.

Blakeney-Rose Berry

2023

This is for those who find themselves at the brink, feeling as though they’ve exhausted their last ounce of resilience. Remember, as long as the rhythm of life pulses within you – as long as you draw breath – there remains a purpose, a spark, an undying reason to keep battling onward. Your strength may waver, but it’s never truly gone. Embrace your spirit, let it fuel your resolve, and find the power to fight on, for the simple and profound miracle of existence bestows upon us countless reasons to persevere. ❤️