Standing Tall

I have through the years tasted the tartness curled on my tongue

Felt the sting of pain in my flesh

Watch blood drip from my face 

Yet that has never turned me into a crying child

I stood my ground through the rough seas of life

Sank to the bottom with guilt and shame 

But never did I stay down 

I rose from the ashes to be where I am today

I am the strength of a woman you raised me 

From dust into flames of hope 

I am stronger than ever 

Standing tall I am moving onward