When The Going Gets Tough

(for my darling sis facing a mountain)

though the darkness clings to silence

in a never ending night

in the distance there's a flicker

from a far off source of light

as i stand to greet its presence

i recall our father's voice

when he stated life's a challenge

yet we always have a choice

we can fold and let it break us

we can crumble from its weight

we can take the reins and drive it

till the road ahead is straight

when the tough days come to find us

our resolve should dig in deep

so our inner strength can guide us

when the pathway seems too steep

Reviews

[Poetic Beauty]

This is a great poem of inspiration especially with how the last year has went. Many have had trials and struggles we never thought we’d see in our lifetime. This is a great way of looking at it. Take hold and take the struggle head on and move it in the direction you want it to travel.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you PB for your generous review. When the going gets tough we have to harness everything we've got to ride out the storm. All good wishes and I love your avatar. Always good to see a face behind a name.

Chris

[Poetic Beauty]

I don’t always add new photos on here. I like being obscure for it allows me to be more open. But I did decide it was time for a new one. Thank you

[Tepo]

RESPECT
Beautiful writing
Effortlessly flowing

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Tepo for checking in.

Chris

[Lorry]

Beautiful words to inspire us all to dig that little bit deeper, be kinder and more understanding.
We just never know the burdens unspoken that some are or have faced and we have all been weighted down in life for varying reasons, and that should remind us that a moments kindness isn't too much to give. It certainly will mean more than adding to the burden by being so caught up in our own world, oblivious to all but ME ME ME!!!
Now I feel bad for trying to hit that pigeon with a snowball ⛄⛄⛄

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lorry for checking in. Be nice to pigeons. They tell me they don't like snowballs.

Chris

[Lorry]

Okay... (hangs head in shame)
Will feed them tomorrow, promise. 😊

[Patricia]

You had me with the first line, what a great opening line and in my opinion the most important part. Great rhythm and rhyme and the lesson in it is a gentle reminder to maintain strength and moral compass and God knows we need it. Thank you for sharing this piece and I loved it

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for that lovely review Patricia. Your visit appreciated.

Chris

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

With you in her corner there is no way she could lose.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dale for checking in.

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

you never fold, Chris. And your support for her shall never fold either...she is lucky to have you by her side...really nice subtle rhyme scheme in this...
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Jacob. Pleased you enjoyed this poem.

Chris

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

I really like the 2nd stanza. But the whole poem is amazingly written. It is so easy and inviting to delve yet it was also entertaining in how it was worded. tyfs I Enjoyed the read.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Cyprian for your visit. I appreciate your response.

Chris

[barleygirl]

I bet your sister is bolstered & honored by your poem. I get the feeling you & your bloodlines are probably pretty tough & resilient & persistent, no matter how hard the road. This poem feels like a strong person urging on another strong person & I love how you invoke your dad's words to seal the deal. If only everyone struggling had a sister like you! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Margie for this lovely review. You are appreciated.

Chris