The past is over
it's already gone
my acceptance has started
to right the wrong.
Something inside
tells me to let it out
to no longer hide
or silently shout.
I know it will be better
for I can be strong
I can do something right
without being wrong.
I can make my life easy
if I just try
I can lay it all down
and forget the tears that I cry.
I can move forth on my path
through the changes of life
I can forget my wrath
and forget my strife.
I can leave it behind
for my memories to hold
I can look forth to find
that un walked road.
I can be my own person
without worry of fault
I can learn life's lesson
without coming to a halt.
I can do the things
I've always wanted to do
I can look forward to what the future brings
now that the past is through.
It's a chapter behind me
and I now understand
I can be happy
if I put my feet in the sand.
If I take this walk
and leave my mark
I can be my own rock
into this journey I embark.
I can smile to smile
for just being me
I can walk the extra mile
for who I want to be.
I can do this
it's not too hard
if I set my mind
and lower my guard.
I can look forward
instead of back
I can walk toward
instead of away
I can be strong
and face another day.
I can do anything
if I just believe in myself
I can let go of the string
and reach my inner depth.
I can let go of my fear
and embrace the light.
Now and then I will shed a tear
knowing that it will be alright.
Now and then
I can hold myself tight
and remember the past
knowing that I never gave up the fight.
