Climb, poetry written by Tylia Flores at Spillwords.com

Climb

Tylia Flores·February 23, 2021

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Climb

written by: Tylia Flores

@stompingoncp1

Nothing but anxiety comes to mind,
As I look above,
taking 3 deep breaths,
and say ok, it’s time,
feeling like I’m about to climb Mount Everest,
But really that’s only an allusion,
As I wait, I hesitate,
taking it step by step,
wishing and hoping,
I can finally get there,
to the chair that helps get around,
in our world that isn’t made for me,
But I still try to climb,
no matter what’s in front of me,
Although it may take me a while to get to the wheelchair,
I consider to be my anchor,
and my best friend that helps me climb,
each obstacle I might face in a world that doesn’t quite get me

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Tylia Flores

Tylia Flores is a 24-year-old born with cerebral palsy. Although her condition has affected her mobility, it has never affected her will and determination to make a difference in the world. Through her many life challenges and obstacles, she discovered her passion for writing. Tylia’s goal in life is to share her stories with the world. In doing so, she hopes to help others with disabilities realize that they, too, have the potential to make their dreams come true.

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