ITS MY RIGHT

More than a dream, it's a fact of life 
To stand up for one's self, and safeguard your rights.
Not to impose your beliefs on someone else's choice
But to respect their beliefs and consider their voice.

It is my right to ignore what does not bring me joy 
To walk away from arguments and the constant noise 
To refuse to participate in the fixed political games 
Not to believe the redirect,
And calling others out of their names.

It is my right to love whom I choose 
To bet on my choice of game, win or lose 
To worship the god in whom I believe 
And to live a life of peace, away from hostility.

For love is my shield, and truth is my sword,
No chains of oppression shall bind my soul
I will stand up for my rights, come what may 
And fight to the death to protect my way.

So hear me, dear world, with your wide-open eyes,  
This journey of freedom is where hope never dies.  
Each heartbeat, a promise, each breath, a new fight,  
And I will never give in to those who try to deny me 
Of God-given rights.

Wilford Barker.