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Unsteady Scaffolding
  I have faced so many struggles in such a short time
  The real world doesn’t phase me anymore
  But to defeat corruption I showed loyalty to my values
  Through every storm that wrecked my life, one by one
  So I never forgot
  Where to place the scaffolding while I was building up once again,
  My tower of stability on my solid foundation of morals
  Important lessons I’ve learned to make this process easier each time
  Is to always have confidence
  But more importantly, keep a level head and have common sense
  Don’t let pride ruin opportunities for success
  And humble yourself with gratitude because you are blessed
  I quietly and hesitantly walked through that darkness
  Surrounding my life, and it caused my tower to come crashing down
  But when I placed my scaffolding, once again
  I learned to wake up motivated and walk with a fixed purpose
  I conclude:
  Some recognize hardship and cower fearfully
  Others are born to succeed against all odds
  And others simply smile at the world’s beauty
  When the beauty they see, is only a facade

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