As metal is forged by the fire
so too is the heart of the soul
made stronger
by all of your trials
as you strive
to accomplish your goals.
It’s so easy to smile
when you’re winning
when fortune is going your way
but character comes
from the struggles
of fighting life’s battles
each day.
Nothing is real until tested
you never know what you can do
until when the odds
are against you
you still find the strength
to pull through.
So never back down
from the fire
while striving to reach
for your goal.
The trials you face
on your journey
will strengthen the heart
of your soul.
Tom Kraus
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"My Journey Thru Life
Quitters Never Win"