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i used to dream

of the day

i started middle school,

thinking the excitement

of getting older

outweighed the pain

of growing up.

my teachers wondered why.

and now that i'm in

“When you’re living on your knees you rise up.”

Some people are on their knees because

They’re bowing down to him.

Some people are on their knees because

They’re hopeless.

Here, take my hand.

Dear universe, 

The world is a complicated place. Full of war, conflict, famine and grief. However, it is also full of happiness, love and kindness. Although it may hurt, be the bigger person. In due time it will benefit you.