Scratching along the day, feeling exhausted and tormented at night
I have resolved never to yield, to tailor for this battle
Rocky determination, tenacity is my only weapon to struggle
Inclined to survive the tides that wish to carry me away
Cheered by the sweetest things that hearten me to stay
A commitment not to let my life come to a standstill
Sticking to a hard of difficult tasks the whole way through, my sole skill
Great difficulties may be surmounted by patience
Resolution, unyielding holding on and persistence
Perseverance only can pave me the way to climb any steep hill
Cope with another day, aspire and faith my heart fill
Rewards come to those who endure, withstand and persevere
Who are decisive, steadfast, determined and show no fear
I shall never give up my goals too soon
Never be elated or over the moon
I will keep my feet on the ground
Certainly I will get around
If I can’t metamorphose my destiny
At least, I endeavor to live in dignity.
Author Bio:
Hassen Gara teaches English at the secondary level in Tunisia.