Laura

You Are The Phoenix

This is a submission for Kevin’s No Theme Thursday.

Image by Kevin from The Beginning at Last

Never forget, you’ve been through it all 

Times you’ve been hurt, they watched you fall 

But you showed them, you got back up again 

Rose from ashes, you broke through the pain

Shackles unbound, you found your worthy path

You’re fearless and fierce, down to the very last

Image by Kevin from The Beginning at Last

They couldn’t keep you chained, you were born a fighter 

A future once dim, now seems so much brighter 

You triumphed over evil when you didn’t play their game

They’d never compare to you, not one in the same 

Image by Kevin from The Beginning at Last

People will always try, but over and over they will fail 

Scratching their heads, in comparison to you – they pale 

Your strength, your soul, your loving heart is true 

With all the hardships and trials, you’ve made it through 

Image by Kevin from The Beginning at Last

Always remember the mighty power you wield 

Even when battle-weary, never lay down your shield 

Among the weak-willed, the final joke is on them 

They could never imitate or replace you in the end 

©️ Laura Bennett 

A reminder to all those who have risen above and overcame, and a warning to those who try to keep others down.

Happy Anniversary to Kevin and No Theme Thursday. ❤️

May you always remember your power.

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  2. Most very beautiful and inspiring, m’lady. Absolutely perfect. ❤️

    Thank you so much for these uplifting words.

    Sometimes our strength lies within, but sometimes we need to draw from outside ourselves when our reserves are low.

    Thank you always 💪❤️

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    • You’re so welcome, and thank you ❤️ your images are what brought the words to me 🙏 and thank you for your beautiful kindness and words and support, always so grateful for you ❤️ 😘

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    • Thank you, Sarah! 😊 doing much better thankfully 🙏 Hope you are doing well and having a great week so far, and happy Friday! Looking forward to catching up

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    • Thank you so much for your very uplifting and thoughtful words, Susana 🙏 it means a lot to me 😊 I hope this week has been treating you well and a happy weekend your way! ✨ 💕

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  18. Yasss to that battle cry poetic energy and those insane images !!! I’m more in the tempo of playing possum today or the rest of the month (lol) … Yay, Laura ❤ so happy to see you 😉 !!!

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  20. My, oh, my! Laura, you almost sounded like a prophetess in this poem’s elaboration. It completely captures the needs and answers to the thoughts running through my surroundings at this minute. It definitely evokes a vibe and atmosphere of reassuring joy and courage. I love this—one of my many favorites among your works. Thanks for sharing. Peace!

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    • Thank you so much, Stanley! 😊 that’s a super kind compliment and I’m happy it resonated with you. 🙏 it really means a lot to me, that it had that kind of impact. I need to head on over and read what you’ve been writing as well since your words always inspire me! I hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead and again, so truly appreciated ✨

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    • Thank you so much Mary ❤️ I am so glad to hear that, it means a lot coming from you 🙏 glad all is well your way and I hope you are staying warm and have a wonderful upcoming weekend 😊

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  32. just a heads up – someone has hacked my account and changed the name to ‘runawaydutifullyc18608cd75’ – I’m trying to get hold of someone on wordpress but it’s proving difficult – everything is gone.

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    • If she’s paid account
      wordpress.com/support/contact

      Did you contact them through here? I’m so sorry this is happening, i don’t understand why or how that happens?

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      • Hi Laura, I have reached out to support but still waiting to hear. Meanwhile I can’t get access to my WP account at all.

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  41. Powerful and uplifting poem. Your words are a testament to resilience and strength reminding us to never give up.

    We are stronger than we think and our experiences shape us into fearless and fierce individuals. Lets keep rising above and never let others bring us down.

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