It's not about the pain,

Or the blood,

Or the severed limb.

It's not about the hardship,

Or the sacrifice,

Or the life-long struggle.

It's not about never having a choice,

Or the way that it feels to lose a part of you.

It's not about saying goodbye,

Or the way that you mourn.

It's not about surviving,

Or being brave.

It's about wanting more than you have,

And being willing to do whatever it takes.