New Life

By RF

I’m a changed man, with this New Life
AIM for success
I finally got it right
All the drugs and stuff
Those are old habits
Negative people, you can have it
Healthy living, that’s all me
I’m shining bright like a diamond
Can’t you see?
I feel like a newborn baby
It feels lovely to breathe New Life
My REENTRY into the outside world won’t be much of a fight
Living Life
I’m just living life
Come join me in this New Life
My changed ways was for the better
AIMING for success
I won’t rest until I reach it
I know my new way of living
Will make my loved ones proud
It’s my new certificate of completion
My New Life
I’ll just sit back
And SMILE.

4 Comments

  1. Ashley on February 14, 2018 at 8:34 PM

    Nice work! I can tell you are a changed soul and God will use your story and life experiences to change others. People relate to other people’s stories and life experiences more than anything. Share all you have learned! That’s your mission.

  2. Kelly on February 16, 2018 at 8:58 AM

    I am really moved by the positivity of your poem! You really seem to have grabbed in to life and are eager to make a difference…good for you! Sometimes I have trouble facing the day with such hope, but your poem reminds me of the newness and possibility that lies ahead. Thanks for sharing!

  3. Clélia on March 6, 2018 at 1:21 PM

    I read you poem from Mauritius. I like it Thanks a lot.

  4. Sanjay on April 20, 2018 at 11:16 AM

    Hey RF, awesome poem! I’m really struck at just how positive and energetic the tone is. Especially the last line “I’ll just sit back and SMILE”. What a great attitude. It seems crazy how most people, including myself often times, have such a pessimistic attitude towards life while those in much tougher situations can be so optimistic. Thanks for sharing and I hope that new outlook on life takes you far.

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