God Knows I Am Weak

• Seth Ryan Marinduque, Grade 9, Centenary State High School -
• Poetry
• 2019

Excellence Award in the 'Just Keep Writing 2019' competition

This Land where death lurks on asphalt street
Emotions vary yet his memories complete
This tiny town, was massive for his vision
Very weak and fearful, yet a child on a mission.

A small lost boy, who's distress is concealed
Resides where Lapu-Lapu fought with a sword and shield.
Bravery empty, however his courage reborn
'I promise I will be braver' the young child sworn.

Must you be strong, grandfather repeats
The child's heart sunken, in dismay he retreats
Although you are gifted with a creative mind
What will you do in the wilderness unkind?

The little lost boy, bewildered and enraged
Leads with an iron fist, yet a rusty palm behind the stage.
In front deemed brave, yet behind his rage, he is meek.
When people think I am strong, God knows I am weak.