Rise

(Rough Copy)

They say to be human is to be born a sinner
I say to be human is to be divine
It is to be flawed and perfectly imperfect
To be human is no small feat

It is to be born with the great spark
To be saint and sinner
Where the shadow we fear
Is our great deliverer

Let us recognize our own strength
No need to fear being a individual
We are unique but we are also equal

We are different yet connected
We are not blind sheep 
But warriors who will not be defeated

They try to separate us through false illusions
They seek to impose shackles to manipulate 
Let us show them what we are made of
Rise and let your roar be heard

For you are more than just flesh and bone
Your are a miracle come to life
You do not need a label
To be humane shall be our sacred creed

Stand proud to be human
Do not lower your gaze 
Within you lies hope and love
Within you lies strength and fury
Within you lies the power to be free

Sofia E. Falcone