Focused

Its now fall of '09.

Finally the start of senior year.

I cant believe its already here

But I'm ready & going in with no fear.

I have my goals,dreams, and aspirations

To become the next great writer is my

goal career.

I know what I want & I know what I need.

Nothing is going to stop me,

Not negative words or people.

I'm on my way to changing the

world...catch me if you can, but I'm

already in the lead.

I'm confident not cocky.

If my vibe is misunderstood, then take a

second and re-read.

This is my time to shine.

Focused is what I am.

This isn't the end of the game...in my mind

its only half time.

The road to success is all but a walk in

the park.

Although, the constant ups and downs

are what it take to make your historic

mark.

My family and friends are my back bone

of support.

I'm ready to complete my journey.

In other words, its the second half of the

game and the time to take the court and

defeat all competition of all

shapes,sizes, and sorts!

Trust

Trust.

Trust is a must in the life we live.

Be careful who you trust.

In a friendship or acquaintance

Whether in love or in lust.

Nothing is for sure.

There is no guarantee.

Actions speak louder than words

Reassurance is the key.

Something worked for

Not openly given

The great success of these steps

Will keep you determined and driven.

Fear

Scared.

Trembling.

Shaking.

The words that define the sacred word

of fear.

Everyone has one.

Spiders, heights, change.

Some have a ton.

Fear is that of a state of mind.

You are the creator, but you have the

power to also be the destroyer.

This state of mind can be defeated...so

long as it is left behind.

A fear must be met face to face.

Show your strength.

Defend your character.

Prove you are a strong individual who is

not and never will be a disgrace to our

prideful human race.

My Little Sunshine

Sophia Grace Ray.

Yes she's my little sunshine.

My pride, my joy

She makes a bad day just fine.

The look in her eyes.

The light in her smile.

She's so adorable

It's gotta be a crime, but pretty please

no trial.

I call her mini me.

She has so much to give.

Soon to change the world, just wait and

see.

Just one and a half

She's got her ABC's down

And is probably better than you in basic

math.

She never seizes to amaze me.

I love her with all my heart.

This is my poem to her.

Written by her one and only Sissy. :]

R.I.P. Grandpa Kenny Rankin

Unexpected.

Why do these things happen?

No one understands why.

So unfair

You can't help but shed those tears and cry.

He whose soul brightened the sky.

A smile so unforgettable 

That's no lie.

A Father... Friend & Grandpa.

So caring and selfless

He was like a superhero

He could fix any problem or mess.

Composed of such a big heart

That Kenny Rankin

So talented and smart.

Will never be forgotten.

Always will be loved.

His legacy will be carried on forever 

Through his loved family and friends.

What a beautiful endeavor.

The Shit in Life

Everyone has their shit.

It's just how life is.

One big test of character that asks

Are you too legit to quit?

Everyday we face new obstacles.

Some bring anger

Others a flow of tears.

Everything happens for a reason

So don't be afraid, face your fears.

The shit in life is what completes us.

Agree or disagree

Its true for you

And also for me.

We all have those moments.

In which we feel like we've reached our 

boiling point.

Over it...said and done

Life is too short for bullshit

Go out and have some fun.

The shit in life is our drive.

Why should we suffer?

Call the news crew, let's make this change live.

The shit in life is seen in only one way.

An ongoing issue.

Although we learn a new lesson from it everyday.

Fight till the very end like the soldier in Iraq.

Live life freely 

With no regrets to give back.

We only live once.

Remember to keep that in mind.

So stop dwelling on the bullshit in life

And happiness and freedom is what you will find.

Deep Down

Deep down inside we all have things we

hide.

Secrets never to be told

Memories of which we wish we could let

go like a stain erased by Tide.

We all have a past.

Good or bad

It's what has made our lives last like jeans

designed by William Rast.

Everyday we learn new things.

Whether we are aware of them or not.

Sadly some things leave you feeling

distraught.

Some say the truth is a lie.

Its all in how you look at it

And respond to its meaning.

Sometimes its too much to handle

Too much to take in.

Lies for years here and there.

Feelings hurt

Respect dismantled

Sometimes hearing the truth is too hard

to bare.

We hold onto the ones we love because

we care

Whether or not they cross the line

You can't let them go like your favorite

tee shirt you always wear.

But in the end

We must do what's right for us.

Follow our hearts

And face the fact that this here lifelong

issue is too deep down to fix or mend.