He wiped his tears stood up to his fears Family was his strength and weakness He was taking on the world Rather than have his back they squared up He didn't want to go there if he did there was no upside Someone was always mad holding a grudge he wasn't surprised anymore He said nothing all they did was talk loud it didn't make them right He smiled and they hated him for it No longer self destructive and drinking Not eating his emotions away staying clear of his bad habits Staying away from others toxic traits they try to project on him