Skateboarding - Dropping In

By Amber De'Ath

All the practice & years.

Scrapes, blood, tears, Sweat!

Help, mentoring, Nurturing...

Trust building, hand holding.

Taking me under your wing.

Hugs, fist bumps, Positivity, board taps...

Wearing bruises like medals of honour.

Scuffed knees, bruised ego.

Falling & getting back up again.

Building resilience & confidence.

Everything leading to this very moment.

My heart beats quicker...

Standing on the edge.

Looking over...

I'm on my own & I've got this.

I can feel the strength & support of the community behind me in spirit.

Almost like they're standing right there with me.

Familiar voices ringing in my ears with words of encouragement.

'You've got this'

I've got this because of you & all that you do.

Thank you.