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WILL Yourself to ROCK

Is your rock made to sustain the willful test of time? Renay Intisar Jihad

Renay Intisar Jihad
1 min readApr 5, 2022
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Who (or what) is your rock? Is it a rock that nurtures
or undermines your will?
Would you allow a crumbling rock
to support you as it disintegrates
under the soul of your feet?

The wrong rock erodes. Becomes porous.
Barren. Dull. Void.
It will, in time, turn to dust.
It is not weatherproof.
Shockproof.
Over time, it loses its shine and power.
Becomes a murky rotting deposit
that wades in still waters
that can’t run deep.

I ask again. Who (or what) is your rock?
Check this out.
The best rock has distinct markings.
It’s sustainable in all seasons.
Obdurate.
It’s designed to be pummeled,
chiseled, molded, and updated.
Granitic.
It adapts to life’s hardships,
setbacks, regrets, and mistakes.
Robust.
It reflects you, your needs, your dreams.

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Renay Intisar Jihad
Renay Intisar Jihad

Written by Renay Intisar Jihad

Retired Literacy Coach/Reading Specialist. Write poetry, fiction, and news articles. Visit RenaySpace.com, Amazon.com, and MetaStellar.com. Every day is a gift!

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