I Have Cerebral Palsy

I Have Cerebral Palsy

A Poem by Melinda McQueen

Tight is the road,

Narrow is the mold.

A straight shot to an unknown end,

Yet, very clear as to where I finish.

 

My limbs know

Limited control.

Yes, “limited” is the word’s key…

I have Cerebral Palsy.

 

I know full-well how powerful the brain,

How much it can refrain.

For no matter how much I tell it to do what I wish,

It refuses to listen.

 

It may seem I’m here in chains

While the rest of the world reigns.

I’m here dreaming to be free

I have Cerebral Palsy.

 

My speech fails me,

My words come out as that of a turbulent sea.

Having to try hard to be heard,

I sometimes feel absurd.

 

Someday before God I’ll stand

When He takes my hand.

So I write these words

As my powerful sword.

 

I have Cerebral Palsy…

But Cerebral Palsy does not have me.

© 2015 Melinda McQueen


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I am sorry for any disability anyone has. I had seizures for 10 years until I was prayed for by a young girl and Jesus healed me. With God all things are possible. Valentine

Posted 8 Years Ago


The poem was honest and direct.
"I have Cerebral Palsy…
But Cerebral Palsy does not have me."
I liked the story told and the positive ending. Thank you Melinda for your powerful words. I appreciate them.
Coyote

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thanks for reading and leaving a review.
Coyote Poetry

8 Years Ago

My pleasure to read your work and you are welcome.
Very touching and a nice piece of expression. My daughter has cystic fibrosis, I know the daily struggles she has. But she is so strong and determined and I can tell you are strong too. Keep your faith Melinda and if you have the time take a look at my poem "You" I wrote it for my daughter, I think you will like it.

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words. I''m about to read your poem. Be blessed.
I think that would make a good song.

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

That would be neat! Thanks for reading.
Both beautiful and strong... filled with your wondrous soul's passionate faith... How you have such strength to lift us all through your words... Endless blessings...

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words. Be blessed.
Beautiful presentation and glad to see you using your mind to escape to some degree even though I understand it is not easy ever. Thank you for sharing a beautiful poem but a beautiful mind.

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words. Be blessed.
Willard Wells

8 Years Ago

I am and thank you.
What a great piece, I love how you never once gave up hope.
The last versus is extremely powerful and moving :)
"I have Cerebral Palsy…
But Cerebral Palsy does not have me."

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words. Be blessed.
Thank you for sharing this poem. For those of us who are unfamiliar with the condition, this is very enlightening. You shared information, but you also shared a part of your soul.

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words. Be blessed.
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A powerful and inspirational write. May the verses echo the speech that cannot be uttered by all those who share their life with CP! Blessings to you girl!! Hugs! :D

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words. Be blessed.
There is power in your faith because your last line "Cerebral Palsy does not have me," means that you have already achieved your dream to be free. Even though you may still suffer from Cerebral Palsy, because of your faith, it is not your ball and chain. I pray for healing for you and the strength to continue writing. Cerebral Palsy is not able to keep you from inspiring, as you have just inspired me. Sometimes it is through our suffering that we are able to better realize our purpose, and I hope you see that you are full of meaning. So Keep Writing!

Posted 8 Years Ago


Melinda McQueen

8 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your kind words. Be blessed.

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Melinda McQueen
Melinda McQueen

TX



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Hello, I'm Melinda from Texas. I am a published author. I'm in a chair with Cerebral Palsy and writing is my outlet. I have found deep pleasure in writing poetry. Writing helps me express my emotion.. more..

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