The High Board

In the beginning,

I was nervous and shaking.

The next big step

loomed ahead of me,

filled with the greatest

of unknowns.

Happily, I dove into

the deep end and got used

to the feel of the water.

 

But, here I am now

facing a bigger, wider pool

than ever before.

The biggest step of my life,

to climb the ladder

to the high board above,

is more foreboding than

the last.

My head is filled

with nervousness and dread

with each breath I take.

My thoughts weigh me down.

I force myself

to climb the ladder

to the top.

Rung by rung,

I shiver and tremble.

Bit by bit,

it gets a little easier

to think and to breathe.

 

I am at the top.

Slowly, I poke my head

above the high board

to see what’s there…

Author's Note

Right now I'm going through an important transition in life. It was very nerve wracking at first, but I accept the thought of it two days ago. What can I do about it? Not really anything. All I can do is keep climbing, step by step, until I've reached the top.
By then, I know I'll be ready.

Reviews

[Joiedevivre]

I'm rooting for you! A filmic and esoteric poem bursting with courage. Bravo!

[Neva Flores Smith - Cha..]

Definitely amazing............climbing to do this in actuality is a major feat, but doing this in the game of life is altogether a different story, scary but oh so rewarding You have penned this feelings wonderfully!

[Tasha]

This was amazing E.V. and so inspirational. This gave me the courage to believe in myself even when I am terrified. This is what I needed this morning, something to keep me moving. I'll be sure to look at this anytime I'm feeling down or scared about facing my fears. Thank you so much! This is definitely going to be one of my favorites!! Thanks again for your encouraging words! :)

~ ♥ Ta'Shandra