I am the diamond, pure and innocent
if I am cut the wrong way, I will shatter
but if I am handled with care, I can bring great wealth
treat me well and you will see what's really important in life

I am the diamond, strong and steadfast
though my thoughts drive me in circles
through the extremes I've wandered
and in the middle I stand strong

I am the diamond, everlasting and eternal
I will be here until the end
searching for the meaning
but find it or not, I will survive and overcome

like the diamond, I will scratch the surface and make my mark
like the diamond, I will sparkle

written 11/5/97
©1997 Matt Henderson 4/21/76