The path we forge

A poem by Mariia Avidieiva, a student at Youthreach Limerick City

For in the mirror, bold and true, the self we forged comes in to view. Illustration: iStock
For in the mirror, bold and true, the self we forged comes in to view. Illustration: iStock

Upon the threshold, life begins anew.

A journey vast, a vision to pursue.

With steady hands, we carve our way,

Through trial faced, through night and day,

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No guiding hand no voice to steer.

The weight of choice grows sharp and clear.

A stop alone, a leap of trust,

In dreams and grit, we place our trust.

The climb is steep, the air runs thin

Yes, fires ignite where doubts have been.

For in the toil, the truth is found:

To stand alone is strength unbound.

Through fleeting storm and skies alight,

We chase the stars; we claim the might.

A life we build, with pride we see,

A testament to what can be.

For in the mirror, bold and true,

The self we forged comes in to view.

No chains of fear, no bounds to bind

A life that’s ours, a freeborn mind.

Illustration: Mariia Avidieiva
Illustration: Mariia Avidieiva