Atimelyreminder

- If -

William Blake

If I can keep my eyes focused on what's ahead, 

And allow what's behind me to simply be dead- 

Then I will make it. 

If I can keep a firm grip on the present elements in my hand

And wisely position my feet so that I always stand- 

Then I will make it. 

If I can accept that rocky ground and steep climbs

Are necessary obstacles to be conquered with patience and time-

Then I will make it. 

If I can muster my strength to keep pressing on, 

Especially in times when it seems I'm being baked by the sun- 

Then I will make it. 

If I can learn to crucify my pride,

By praying for strength and allowing my friends to stand at my side-

Then I will make it. 

If I can fully embrace the good that's inside, 

Relinquishing fear, doubt, and shame, so it can shine-

Then I will make it. 

If I can do all of these things one day at a time, 

Knowing that I'm not perfect, and that being fine, 

Then I will make it.