My strength comes from within
It’s not measured by muscle or brawn
Though it’s been developed through work and pain
It’s what’s in my heart that makes me strong
I have the strength to deal with life’s disappointments
When all doesn’t go as I’ve planned
When my life seems to change its direction
When my future seems out of my hands
I have the strength to recover from heartache
When one that I’ve loved… has been lost
Taken through death or love unsuccessful
Both… try my strength… with equal cost
I have strength when I perceive failure
It allows me… to get back on my feet
To try again to reach dreams that appear broken
To persevere… to hope…to not admit defeat
I’ve gained my strength through all those that have loved me
Through the grace of my Father above
Through the words and touch of friends and family
I feel their respect, their support, their love
Strength is within each and every one of us
It lies deep but is within reach when needed most
It will carry, protect, and guide us
Our strength and compassion we should always hold close
When I cry it is not a symbol of weakness
For my tears bring forth strength from beneath
Each tear flows… carrying my strength to the surface
Washing away all that would attempt to ruin me
I am strong; know that nothing can destroy me
I am alive…I will always persevere
Short of God; nothing will ever stop me
My strength, my shield, will always be near
Written by TaVona Salaz Treadwell