Be Determined Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

Be determined not to fail.
Or accept it with expectation.
Giving it recognition.

With motivation, self-respect.
And never to neglect,
Kept dignity...
Leave behind to find regrets,
Steps to take to move forward.
Disappointments to moan over,
Do not deserve the time wasted.
Or the attention they get.
Don't allow mistakes made,
Define you or your purpose.

Be determined not to fail.
Prevail you will and can,
Through setbacks.
Obstacles and opposition.
Position yourself,
As that warrior unafraid.
Be brave.

Dreams wished to want,
Aren't delivered...
On a polished silver platter.
Be prepared to sweat.
Be prepared to defeat anguish.
And eliminate the ease,
That excuses procrastination.
Refuse to kick about,
Familiar invited doubts.

Be determined not to fail.
Or expect to accept it,
As a blessing.
And not the curse that it is!