I am challenged by my life
life or death
which will it be?
what seemed steady and certain
abruptly disappears
and I am left grasping for handholds
attempts at balance almost futile
in this darkness
my eyes open
I try to see more clearly
why
when
how
risking movement
my heart pounds
a voice whispers
the duel has begun
take your steps
my voice answers
I want to walk with vigor
even as the ground shifts
and the night remains
and the wind howls
my adversary hides
feeling certain of victory
I continue step by step
one foot in front of the other
I will not hide
Faith fills me with courage
Humility readies me for any outcome
I will not lose as long as I accept the challenge
