Sometimes It Hurts. Poem by Alex Butler

Life will knock you down, and mess with your head.
Sometimes it hurts, when certain things are said.
A brutal breakup, or someone who's passed.
It could be someone, who feels the need to harass.
But other times, life hands you A gift.
Something so simple, but it's able to lift.
You out of that place, you crawl down in.
It makes you feel happier, then you've ever been.
Life is funny, even though sometimes it's hard.
It's like A game of poker, you can't predict the card.
So as life deals, you out A new hand.
Take it slow, and think of A plan.
Don't bet recklessly, just take your time.
Making someone wait for A minute, isn't A crime.
You're the only one, who can build the path ahead.
It doesn't matter what happens, or if anything is said.
All that matters is, that you stay strong.
Life itself can be A sad country song.
So when you're in doubt, just talk to A friend.
Someones opinion you can trust, until the bitter end.
So keep your chin up, and head held high.
Shoot for those stars, way up in the sky.
Nothing impossible, if you believe you can succeed.
Think of it as something you want, and desperately need.
With all that said now, life isn't so bad.
More often we're happy, rather then sad.
Stay honest, and faithful, to something you love.
Don't be afraid to ask for help, from up above.
You know he's listening, and he can always try.
To send an angel down to aid you, from up in the sky.