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As I Rise to Redemption
I am greater than my worst days,
I have learn from my mistakes;
Have slowly learned to change my ways
Now I know what is at stake:
A future where I can be free
Of the things that burdened me
People, places, and memories
Of the man I used to be
Now when I look into the mirror
I smile, as I don’t fear
Ever having to feel the pains;
I rejoice in what I’ve gained
A resurrection from the days
When I always had to pray
That I wouldn’t end up like him,
Spending life in a prison
I know now that I’ll do great things,
That is without exception
Exempted from past wrongdoings
As I rise to Redemption
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This is somewhat of a self-assurance poem, reminding myself that what is in the past has passed, and that I have complete control over my future. It is also in some way a literary manifestation of achieving redemption from a life of unfortunate circumstances, and poor decisions. I feel that everyone aspires to find redemption, and meaning from the negative or unpleasant experiences they have undergone. And I pray that each and every one of us is able to attain it.