Don’t Follow the Leader

When did the world become such an unhappy place?

Did it happen so slowly that I didn’t take note?

Or was it a quick change that required my vote?

I’m not sure which was the case,

But I don’t like the changes and the result

So I’m staging a mini revolt.

I will no longer follow the crowd.

I will no longer remain a silent coward.

I may not be able to change the things that already are,

But I can alter things that are yet to be.

I can set myself up for victory.

That the world cannot mar.

By remembering when I was me

A me who didn’t believe in failing

Who never even considered bailing

No matter how high the fee.

I won’t be staging any parades,

Or distributing cookies and lemonades

I just quietly refuse to bow to the pressure

And allow myself to enjoy my freedom   with pleasure

©2016 Bobbi Ann Duffy