Phoenix Rising

A poem of personal victory.

Go ahead.

Burn me down.

Tear up my heart

and wave it around.

 

You're not going to win.

Not this time.

I'm going to rise

from those ashes.

Ashes of mine.

 

I'll rise with new beauty

and majestic tranquilty.

I'll rise so far up

you won't be able to touch me.

 

When I'll rise, I'll

take your shame and burn it up

with my own flames.

Then I'll fly so far away.

Because this phoenix wins today.

 

©4-12-2014 By Ashley Nicole Nordyke

Reviews

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

That that doesn't kill you will make you stronger, a very true statement… I love the self empowerment your poem puts forth.

[Chris]

a good anger is a terrible moment to waste... you used it well here.

[Jamestown]

This is terrific, I will show you! Never going to hold me down, love it.

[♥ Ari Skye ♥]

I'm glad you like it ;)

[Captain Rilen]

Inspiring. Truly, this writing just makes me feel extremely positive and strong. I hope that's how you feel as well. I really get a sense that you have control of the situation. Good job and keep up the good work!

[♥ Ari Skye ♥]

Thank you. Most days I feel this way. Most days I feel I have control. It's a battle but I've got to do, what I've got to do!