Against The Wind 

 

Poem Written By Donald Rogan Simpson Jr.

Wednesday, Oct. 31st, 2012

 

Another day passes by in my world of living hell,

as I wrongfully do time in this 9X12 cell.

And as weeks turn to months and months turn to years,

I'm not ashamed to admit that I've cried many tears.

It's been 21 years today since this nightmare began;

doing life without parole, for someone else's sin.

And though I can't figure this out, no natter how hard I try;

but everything happens for a reason and only G0D knows why.

 

I try to stay focused as I continue my fight;

for I'm an innocent man and only want what's right.

And that's a new, fair trial to rehear my case,

so I can prove their mistake face to face.

Being guilty is one thing, but when you're an innocent man,

it's hard to prove your innocence without a helping hand.

And these people don't care about the

mistake they made, because guilty or innocent,

they are still getting paid.

 

I wouldn't wish this nightmare on anyone I know,

for it affects you completely mind, body, and soul.

Though not only me, but also my family and real friends,

but their love and prayers will keep me fighting to the end.

And as I pray for strength and guidance to survive each day,

 there is one last thing I wish to say.

I thank my family and real friends for standing by my side,

through all the times we've laughed and all the times I've cried.