No Better Than You.

I know I speak of strength but that doesn’t mean I have mastered it.

I know that my tears are rare but it doesn’t mean they never appear.

I know I'm all about independence but it doesn’t mean I don't need anybody there.

I know I’m all about having real friends, but I am no judge to label a heart as a gem.

I know I speak of my dreams as if it's the essence of me, but frankly it down right is.

I know I preach on being true, and being entirely you, but that doesn’t make it easy.

One thing I do know is,

I strive to be real, I strive to be different, and I strive to be strong.

But just because I’m striving, doesn’t mean I’m always landing.

I am only as strong as the hardships I have overcome.

And that’s why I can stand proud of where I am from.

This is me and everything I ought to be.