WE ARE THE SURVIVORS

There is something that should be said for the survivors.
Something.
What exactly,
I do not know.

There is something that should be said for the survivors,
the overcomers
the down trodden
beaten
and damned

Those who have looked the Devil
right in his eyes
and had the gall to tell him,
"Not today, sir. Not today."

There is something that should be said for the heartbroken,
who have lost their way,
the last bit of love in their heart,
Yet, still have the need to see tomorrow
despite how uncertain it looks.

There is something that should be said for the survivors,
Who have felt the blade cut deep,
felt it twist, and then nothing.
Having to pull the blade out themselves.

Some think it is strength,
but I dare say, rather,
they are now numb.

Here is to the survivors.
Where to feel anything at all
is  to feel alive.