The Underdog will Rise

For all of those who fight no matter the odds stacked against you. *Also, this was just published in the 2016 Edition of the Lone Star College Tomball Creative Arts Magazine Volume 26.*

There's that moment in life,

everyone has it.

That moment when the

odds are stacked against you,

the doubters louder than ever

and no end to the naysayers.

You start to wonder if they are right,

if you really have no shot.

But then, you remember something.

You have something that no doubter has.

Heart, drive, motivation.

You have more than anyone and

Nothing is going to get in your

way of achieving your dreams and

aspirations, no matter the odds.

This time you look in the face

of doubt and failure and say,

"Screw you! This time it's mine."

You charge on, beat the doubt,

celebrate you accomplishment.

But then, the cycle starts over again.

Eventually, you get into a habit of

Always being the Underdog.

You don't try to, it just happens.

Sometime, Someday, Somehow

that will change and the

doubters and naysayers

will be gone for good.

Sometime, Someday, Somehow,

The Underdog will rise to seize the day.

Author's Note

Thank You for reading! This poem is my personal favorite writing that I've ever done. Be sure to comment, rate, and critique the piece.

Reviews

[J B Bergstad]

I really liked this piece, Jordan. I liked the fighter's spirit so evident in the poem. Ordinarily, I'm not much of a fan of poetry although I've written a few, but I do enjoy any piece of writing that no matter how dark will give the reader the impression that right and spirit will prevail, in our lives and in our work. Well done. cf

[QueenBecky]

I can so relate. I grew up in states care and have beat every odd that that stacked against me! Thanks for sharing! This poem took me back and made me realize how far I have come! :D

[Jacob Clifford]

Great message. It was pretty easy to read. I like how you tell the specifics and not just a vague notion that things will get better.

[J B Bergstad]

I really liked this piece, Jordan. I liked the fighter's spirit so evident in the poem. Ordinarily, I'm not much of a fan of poetry although I've written a few, but I do enjoy any piece of writing that no matter how dark will give the reader the impression that right and spirit will prevail, in our lives and in our work. Well done. cf

[Colene Pefley]

It is structured differently than conventional poetry, but surprisingly easy to read. The subject is easy to relate to. It is powerful. i found that reading it out loud made me feel it more. Great job!

[Hemang Pushkar]

Being an underdog is just a state of mind. The moment I start to believe in myself, will be the redefining moment of my life and I will no longer be an underdog. That was incredible piece of work. Thanks for sharing.

[zunie frost]

you really are an amazing writer......................really enjoyed reading this one

[Embers-Rising]

Sometime, Someday, Somehow,
The Underdog will rise to seize the day.

My goodness, this is amazing!

[Tomás Ó C..]

Heart, drive, motivation...

So many forget these are in all of us if we nurture them. Enjoyed the read...

[Jordan Smith]

Thank You :)

[Jenna Kay]

As an artist, I am faced with the criticism that I will never make it into the design world. But many great works come from passion and determination. Such a relatable and inspiring piece!