Believing That You Can

Original Poetry

I am whatever I make myself out to be. The tears for

which I have fought. I am the words you speak of me,

I am Harry.

Harry Osman is an intelligent, affable student with TLC Online at The
English Center. Harry is an avid sports fan who also loves to write song
lyrics in his spare time. He plans to have his GED soon and study sports
management. His teacher is Ms. Pruitt.

Endurance

Someday everything will all make perfect sense.
But for now laugh at the confusion, smile through the tears.
Keep reminding yourself: everything happens for a reason.
There's a mountain before you, one you tried to climb and
failed. I know the struggle is frightening,
And that mountain ahead looks high,
But I know you can make it if only you will try.
Face that challenge and climb with all your strength!
If it looks like you're alone, Don’t be fooled.
You’re not alone. You are loved.
You have a heart that beats with compassion,
A mind of endless curiosity and a spirit of great generosity.
The hard work will pay off when you see the beautiful vista.
You’ll know you’ve conquered that rocky terrain.
You will succeed. I have faith.
I am a better person today because of you!

Hector Meija has been attending Lee County Adult Education and is
working diligently on earning his GED. His teacher is Laura Neal. His
post GED goal is to be a fashion designer.

Don’t Be Silent

Don’t let them tell you that you can’t be all you strive to be.
Stand up and shout, overcome and tell them, “This is me”.
Do not conform into what they want you to be,
stay true to the real you.
We must conspire and work hard until our dreams transpire.
If you’ve got talent, don’t be silent.
You are not alone. Not everyone is a mindless drone.
We are the last of a dying breed, and if I can’t be me,
I’d rather slit my throat and let them watch me bleed.

Jacob Vititoe is a student at Lehigh Senior High School.