I AM

Today, I am strong because I have to beI stumble and I fall but I’m fast to my feetRefusing to accept even the slightest defeatI rise like the sun; shining my light for this world to seeI am that eagle soaring, that wind blowing, and yesYes! I am that storm coming and going strongI am, who I am, and I care not to be anything else but me
Philessa Jenkinscopyright 20133/23/2013

My Mountain is but a hilltop...

This hilltop I climb is as many mountains I’ve climbed before
I walk this trail not knowing my path but too afraid to go astrayI am then following the path of those who have come before meNot knowing their fate but hoping to be lead to a place of peaceA time or two I slip on a rock or a steep slope only to land in harms wayI’ve received many bruises this way, with only my hands to catch my fallI long for loving arms to caress me, be it for the wind I’d have only lonelinessThe birds sing joyous songs that sound like loud roaring laughterI pretend they are the angels of light coming to watch over meThis reality is but an illusion I dare not face

Philessa JenkinsCopyright 2013
3/20/2013

Guilty verdicts in Steubenville rape trial

     Please watch this video and know that things are changing for the better when it comes to prosecuting rapist.  We as parents need to teach our children about respecting the rights of others so that things like this don't keep happening.  I believe that this case will allow more woman to come forward and know that their rights are protected; no matter what their character is.  I am very proud of the jury for this verdict.  I really hope these boys learn a valuable lesson after this is all over for them.  I pray that this victim gets the help she needs and is able to get through this and go on with her life.  
     If you haven't heard about this case please hit the links below from NBC news.

Guilty verdicts in Steubenville rape trial

http://www.nbcnews.com/video/nightly-news/51218926#51218926

Grand jury to investigate more Steubenville charges.

http://www.today.com/video/today/51222944/#51222944.

Lost (copyright 2013 Jenkins)

Lost, a ship wreck out in sea
A passing thought that comes to me
I wait for help so patiently
With just the wind to comfort me
There's not a word that I can say
With no more hope the pain wont fade
I stand alone lost in this state
Within the dark there's no escape
The rain does fall, it washes me
Cleansing my soul but never free
I know not what is left to do
So here I am without a clue

.....Lost!

3/18/2013
Copyright 2013
Philessa Jenkins (PJ)