Whatever Must Be Poem by Leonard Dabydeen

I stand to lose
if I should choose
to hide this morning light
when the sun is in my sight.

I stand to gain
if I should remain
within the portal of my dream
not listening to your scream.

I stand to profit
if I should admit
our lives are a corollary
not to be wasted in a hurry.

I stand to admire
if I should retire
all that I accomplish
according to my wish.

I stand to be proud
if I should be part of crowd
knowing you are always part of me
as I attain my victory.