Before, I declined anytime I was called a poet
Though it wasn't intentional, but I did because I saw nothing
But as it is today, it's like I was born as a poet.

Before, when I was on my seat and they discussed poetry, I would leave
Because my thoughts were different as a child then
But now, my eyes are clear and in poetry, I eat and live.

Before, when I saw any poetry book around, I looked at it with an irritating eye
Because depression and obstacles were on my throat
But now all are cleared, every morning, with its rhythm I open my eyes.

Embracing poetry was the best decision I've ever made
Since I've joined, my lost joy has returned
With it, I discover more in me, poetry is my crest.

Born to be a poet
Here to ignite with the power of my ink
My best decision was leaving my past life to live as a poet.

© Sulaimon Khalid Everlasting Ink