Bounce Back Poem by Paul Reed

Despair is the enemy
It lies in wait to capture me
It ingrains my mind and bones
With it's sullen leaden tones;

But I glean that it is only a test
To see if I can beat the rest
For what is not challenged can never be
The fiery spirit of liberty;

So, think of it as a compliment
One which is truly heaven-sent
You are important enough to try and beat
To see if you can stay on your feet;

To bounce back is a quality rare
One that can restore when nothing seems there
Fight back, over and over again
Until the sun dispels the rain.