Sometimes my soul wants to simply explode creative energy built up in time In essence searching for a safe abode To pour out treasures in this heart of mine Secrets learned in the lecture room of life Stories in retrospect often to share How growth spurts through the hardened ground of strife Finding inspiration when life's not fair Mindset determines how we view our world Perception of glass half empty or half full When pressures upon my full soul is hurled On creative outlets i tend to pull When faced with opportunity or choice Artistic expression becomes my voice