I am the weakest of all things.  
In spite of the sunshine  
I sit silent and alone  
Rubbing my rheumatism  
Forgetting to watch the world  
Or to feel your pain with mine.  
These arms, like sticks, afraid to move  
So weak, I can't believe I live  
Like a broken flower in the sun  
   
Still not even humble  
Full and powerful  
Power in my heart  
Strength and living in my mind  
This great strong soul is me  
Lives ever, does all  
Masters what it sees  
Broken strong  
And bent to spring and hurl up
 
©1972 William H. Southwell
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