The Name

“I will grow into my name.”

The courage builds up in my chest,

It does not respond to shame.

Leave the selfless thoughts with all the rest.

I will grow into my name

As it rings across these silent waters

With no one to take the blame

Except all the disgraceful fathers.

I will grow into my name,

Make it mine, with no exceptions.

Let me taste the limelight and the fame,

Let me shatter in seven directions.

-JW