Diamond in the Rough

She was strong, that’s for sure. And her heart was of Gold.

Nobody knew what her future could hold.

All except her, that is, for she knew.

The things in her future she was destined to do.

She may have tried to tell them, but they wouldn’t believe.

From tauntings and teasings there was no reprieve.

But she knew what she wanted, she didn’t care what they said.

What really mattered was what happened in the end.

When she was knocked down, nobody picked her up.

Every lonely step was the size of a jump.

Perhaps they didn't mean to make it so rough.

But her by herself wasn't always enough.

She was hard on herself, she had great expectations.

The pleasures life had were even greater temptations.

She held onto herself though, knowing soon she’d succeed.

Like everyone else though, there was something she’d need.

When the chance came along, and the person to help her,

The God-given gift was a miracle for sure.

She didn't let go, and he helped her along.
For once life became such a beautiful song.

She knew she could make it probably all on her own.

But with someone to help her, distance was unknown.

She just needed a push, encouragement, and trust.

And that was the magic, the fairy-tale dust.

She became the greatest, and so did her friend.

Towards the progression there’s never an end.

Her friend was the key to unlock all she had.

Just like a brother, or kind, loving dad.

Tara J. Howard



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