Allow me the autonomy
Of innovative spirit,
Don’t undermine potential,
My purpose, don’t inhibit.
Don’t hinder my endeavors
Nor interrupt progression,
Be mindful of my right
To meaningful expression.
Don’t try to nail my wings
Unjustly to the floor,
Don’t stifle my ambition
I earnestly implore.
Through fiery determination
I’ll pursue my intuition,
With acute awareness
I’ll inspire new tradition.
Though the odds be great
Against what I believe,
Through blazing perseverance
The impossible I’ll achieve.
Camille Rose Castillo 2011
