The odds are against me
But I do not accept defeat
The world is getting darker
I still resist retreat
I feel the weight on my shoulders
And this is what I carry around
I tried to conceal this from others
It is very hard to stand my ground
As a man, I know how to provide and protect
Yet my family has gone away
Now I am alone
And I don’t blame anyone for not wanting to stay
If you have a disability
People often say
“Take care of yourself“
As if I’d choose another way
Although stating the obvious
Is better than apathy
I remain centered
And respond thankfully
We reach a point in life
We grasp onto our faith
We pray to overcome
We pray we will be safe
Call me stubborn
Call me a pig-headed man
I’ll extend my middle finger
I only hope you’ll understand
All things considered
My attitude is pretty good
My battle for autonomy
I also hope that’s understood
The struggle in our humanity
No matter which cards we are dealt
Must resolve some form of action
No matter how deeply it is felt
…
DCG
