Rise Above

So many shots thrown

Anonymous; unknown

A warning for other women unsuspecting

Met with lies and fools projecting

The truth hurts worse than any lie

That bell rang true with both, they can't deny

That explains the backlash, so excessive

Lies like theirs are below me, no need to be expressive

I choose to rise above, not far to go

When the attackers come from so low

All know where I am, never hard to find

But it's easier to attack with a screen to hide behind

Their mistakes libelous and illegal

My attorney involved, I can keep it regal

My head held high, my heart filled with bliss

The jealously that fuels them is in my husband's kiss

My happiness, my best revenge

My reputation, no need to avenge

Those that matter know my soul

Place them where they belong, back in their hole

They try to silence my creative voice

But the first amendment protects my choice

I choose to write what I experience and what I feel

No one can silence my means of dealing, my right to heal

By no means unable or afraid to respond

But they're fear causes them to bypass me and reach for those beyond

Too strong an adversary I have proven to be

So they would rather chirp like crickets than bring it straight to me

I'll continue to thrive with happiness and pride

My loyal family and friends aligned at my side

I will dismiss with the wave of a hand and a laugh

The rants of those not worth a minute, not even half

I will rise above, rise above, rise above

Fueled by family, friends, loyalty and love