I Claim My Life

A promise to myself.

 

I’ll Claim My Life

I stake my claim for my life

Fight for what’s my share

Take time to enjoy the spring air

Live my life for me not for the sake of others

Provide for myself because it’s my right

Build a better life for myself

Fulfill the goals that I’ve always had

Not live for others but live for my own will

 

Reviews

[solo2be]

Great write, so empowering.

[Mauricio Montoya]

now you're talking. great start, great write.

[Alicia Schroeder]

Great work.

[Tina Kline]

Wonderful, we all need to do this sometimes in our lives. Focus on ourselves and there's nothing wrong with that.

[Goodbye]

Again, I say, Woo-Hoo! Here's to you, girlfriend! I just love this wonderful, declarative piece!

[JanieB]

You sound very determined and adamant with your goals.

[Twilight]

It sounds as if this writer has no doubts, about how she intends to approach her life! Whilst reading, I had the impression that the protagonist is rather determined. Also, unlikely to compromise unless absolutely necessary? Of course, that would depend on the situation. In this piece, people are called "others", whilst there are no references to friends or family. However, this poem is trying to emphasise the concept of self and independence. Even so, I wondered if the writer has exaggerated these traits to some extent (on purpose or not)?

[Undying Glory]

very powerful work. the day that we finally decide to carve our own destinies would be a glorious day indeed. this was just so inspiring and great, wonderful poem. great job here!!

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

Great poem, live to please yourself and not those around you!

[sarah]

this is great but we should always live for God's will but the meaning is great! this is a wonderful poem