Poetry Corner

Adversity Behind Me

By:  Tiffany Rose Santaliz

Age 15

What do you do when your dream seems so close,

so close that you can almost feel its touch?

And what do you do when 'almost' just isn't enough?

I wish I knew what I have to do to make my dream come true.

I'm more than willing to work hard and sacrifice,

but what is really meant for my life?

Either way, I know it won't be an easy journey,

but difficultly does not concern me.

I'll smile in the face of Adversity,

even if no one else will believe in me.

I've got to keep moving on,

and I've got to stand big and strong,

because Adversity will be traveling behind me, all along.