The is Me

 

This is Me

AN ORIGINAL POEM

August eighteenth nineteen-ninety-nine,

I was just a baby, with no chance to decide.

Born into struggles I never did choose,

Every day is a battle, with something to lose.

Cerebral palsy pulls me down,

But I keep moving, though my body’s worn out.

Still, I smile,

For everyone I know.

Stuck in my mind,

Nobody will see,

Just how hard it is to be me.

With limbs that don't work the way they should.

Muscle spasms and pain are misunderstood.

My soul is hurting, but still it believes.

I stay strong, even when it breaks me down.

I’m holding on tight, though it’s hard to be,

Living a life with cerebral palsy.

Yet, I choose to fight,

With all my might.

I choose to be kind,

And be the sunshine.

Because I want the world to see, 

This is my life.

This is me.

Despite the challenges I face each day,

I'll find my strength and make my way.

Cerebral palsy won't define who I'll be,

I'm more than my struggles; I live happily.

With courage in my heart, I’ll crawl and be proud,

Shining my light, beyond the crowd. 

This is my story, this is my plea,

Embracing life, this is me.

Grandmother’s Love

 

Grandmother’s Love

AN ORIGINAL POEM

Sometimes I can't help but wonder…

Is it selfish to say I need you?

Because I still need a grandmother’s love.

I’ll close my door.

I don’t wanna be reminded,

 I don’t wanna be seen.

I don’t wanna be without you.

So, I'll just cry.

 If I’m louder, 

Could you hear me?

Would you hold my hand and set me free?

Would you wipe away the tears that stream down my face?

And cure this restless heartache.

Are you watching me from above?

Looking on as I write this poem,

Expressing my love.

But I can't help and wonder…

Is it selfish to say I need you?

Because I still need a grandmother’s love.

I just wish you could be here.

To bring some joy and cheer.

 But my tears just keep streaming,

While my heart is still grieving.

Though I try to get out of my head.

But I still think about you.

The happy times and sad ones too.

At least you were always there.

As I wander around in my thoughts,

I can't help but wonder…

Is it selfish to say I need you?

Because I still need a grandmother’s love.

Deep in my heart, you are the key.

Being one of the people who helped raise me,

I know I have mom,

But both of you keep me strong.

A Mother’s Day Poem - 2023

 

 Mother’s Day Poem

AN ORIGINAL POEM

My mom is my everything.

The voice in my head that guides me to do good.

My advocate, fighting for what is right.

 The guardian, always watching over me.

The caretaker, making sure am well.

What am I to her though?

In her eyes?

Her joy and pride,

Her love and anger,

Her blessing and burden...

I am her son,

That’s who I am.

My mom is my everything...

And I’m everything to my mother.

A Poem To You

 

 A Poem To You

AN ORIGINAL POEM

You're my head every now and again.

Through the sleepless nights and tired days.

I wish I could ask you how've you been?

Because my world’s gotten really dim.

Without you by my side.

I wanna take a minute out of your day.

Please don't walk away.

To tell you how I feel.

And it's real.

If I had it my way.

I'd wait for you in the rain.

I'll be there for you.

Just say you love me too.

This is my poem to you.

Lonely

 Lonely

An original poem by: Jack Tecson

 

I don’t sleep like I used to.

Counting sheep doesn’t bring you back to me.

I’ve fallen far.

And I’m trying to get up again.

 

Take me back in time

Your heart pressed up on mine.

Freeze this moment,

And make the world bright.

 

But maybe I’m lonely.

Now that you’re gone.

Because I’m not the old me

And your time is up.

 

I’ve dreaded this day for so long.

And now I’m lonely.

Longing for your love.

 

I don’t sleep like I used to.

You’re in my dreams, but I don’t know where you’ve gone. 

It’s been weeks since I’ve seen you.

We don’t speak,

but my heart sings the same old song.

 

Take me back in time.

Your heart pressed up on mine.

And I know I’m stuck in this feeling.

I don’t know how to make this right.

 

But maybe I’m lonely.

Now that you’re gone.

Because I’m not the old me

And your time is up.

 

I’ve dreaded this day for so long.

And now I’m lonely.

Longing for your love.

Christmas Poem -2022

 

Christmas Poem

AN ORIGINAL POEM

Carolers sing door by door,

With ribbons and gift wrap all around.  

Meanwhile, ice skaters are falling down.

Sleigh bells are jingling,

With trees that light up...

And mistletoe hanging above the door.

All together with family and friends,

Happy memories are made.

Eventually, Santa will be climbing down chimneys.

This is CHRISTMAS!

Brother

 

Brother

AN ORIGINAL POEM

We don’t always get along,

But we will always have that special bond.

He is there when I'm sad,

Cheering me up, making me laugh.

He plays a lot of video games.

Most times, beating me at them.

Under his constant care,

 I try not to mope…

Even if he groans.

Because he does all he can.

That's what makes him,

A great brother.

So if you read this…

I say, thank you for all that you do.

My awesome brother!