I will be sturdy, not easily
shaken by the world when it breaks
at each end. I will be
strong, stern, and compassionate.
I will change this broken world that I live in.
I will look fear in the eyes
and breathe fire.
And when ignorance sings
its filthy song, I will cup my hands
around my ears. I will close my eyes
when hate hurts my heart. I will refuse
to succumb to the will of the world
but I will be an avid participant
in changing it.