The Beginning At Last

The Roar Of Life

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by

Kevin
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No Theme Thursday: 6/19/25

I see you

Buried ‘neath the weight

The weight of adversity

Of heartbreak

Of disillusion

Of pain

I see you

And I ask you…

What will you be?

A victim?

Or a victor?

Will you bow down?

Accept your lot?

Crushed ‘neath this weight?

Or will you rise?

With fury

With power

With vengeance

Will you roar like a lion?

Or lay down like a lamb?

Only you know

Only you can choose

Dominate?

Or suffocate?

Destroy your world

Begin anew

One with yourself

Through chaos

Comes order

Through disarray

Enlightenment

Win the war

To find your peace

© 2025, KHR

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20 responses to “The Roar Of Life”

  1. thomasstigwikman Avatar
    thomasstigwikman

    Wow you certainly made great use of those images of yours with this impressive poem

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you very much, Thomas! It’s been a moment since I put much together!

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  2. Madam Avatar
    Madam

    Incredible 😲 writing Kevin. Wow. 10/10

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you very much, Cristy! I hope you have been well! 🙏

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  3. Not all who wander are lost Avatar
    Not all who wander are lost

    Excellent 🙂

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you, Sarah! It’s been a minute, so I wasn’t sure…lol

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  4. Ephemeral Encounters Avatar
    Ephemeral Encounters

    Powerful lines Kevin

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you very much, Maggie! 🙏

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      1. Ephemeral Encounters Avatar
        Ephemeral Encounters

        Truly my pleasure Kevin.🙏

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  5. Ernie 'Dawg' Avatar
    Ernie ‘Dawg’

    Great writing to the images brother.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you, my brother. Not too bad for the first piece in awhile, I guess lol

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  6. joannerambling Avatar
    joannerambling

    This was amazing

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      Kevin

      Thank you, Joanne! 🙏

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  7. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    A very strong and meaningful poem, Kevin. Hugs to you.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you, Mary. Not too bad for the first time back on the horse in a bit I guess 🙏

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    NTT Showcase: 6/19/25 Edition – The Beginning At Last

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  9. Dawn Pisturino Avatar
    Dawn Pisturino

    Wonderful poem and illustrations!

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thanks very much, Dawn! Hope you had a nice weekend!

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  10. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
    Willie Torres Jr.

    Powerful words, Kevin. I feel the fire in this 💥 …
    These images are awesome, especially the Lion one. 🦁 …
    Yes… through chaos comes clarity. Through Christ, WE RISE 🙏🔥 …

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      Kevin

      Thank you, Brother! I am so glad you liked it! I hope you’re having a great weekend, my friend! 🙏🙏

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