Roads Less Traveled

Walking through shadows, chasing a distant glow

Every step harder, but I won’t let it go

Fallen many times, yet I rise anew

Lessons in the storm, sky’s breaking through

Dreams felt distant, like stars out of reach

But I kept on pushing, beyond what they preach

Mountains high, valleys deep

Promises made, promises to keep

Even if the mirror's not what I dreamed

I find my strength in the in-between

This is my journey through fire and stone

Even if the world feels alone

Not the success I once envisioned

But I find my worth in the mission

Rising higher, breaking free

My own definition of victory

Even if the applause is faint

I know I’ve conquered what’s faint

No more regret, no more despair

Every scar a story I wear

The road was tough, the nights were cold

But I’ve grown stronger, bold and whole

So here I stand, with scars and grace

A new dawn, a fresh embrace

Success may look different now

But I’ve won, I’ve learned, and I vow

To never give up, to always strive

In every struggle, I come alive