Marissa
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Throughout our lives we discover our idols
A person or thing that is greatly admired
And I have found mine in the eyes of a child
One who provides side splitting laughter and unconditional love
Who exhibits the strength that I have grown proud of
Facing yearly operations since ten days old
Smiling through a cleft lip and palette
With her fate unforetold
Holding her head high through months of recuperation
And holding up mine without any hesitation
As I sit beside my sisters hospital bed
I realize I am not her rock now
But she is mine instead
She has taught me about courage and facing my fears
Now at 13 years old she sheds no tears
When I let go of her hand as they wheel her away.
Through her example I have learned to be accepting
Of myself, of this life, and of my many blessings
As I watch her grow into a beautiful soul
She is a constant reminder that we are in control
Of our attitudes, our choices, and what we achieve
Regardless of the adversity that we may have received