~LIFE'S LITTLE LESSONS~
After a while you learn the
subtle difference
between holding a hand
and chaining a soul,
And you learn that love doesn't
mean leaning and company
doesn't mean security,
And you begin to learn that
kisses
aren't contracts and presents
aren't promises,
And you begin to accept your
defeats
with your head up and your
eyes open, with the grace of
an
adult, not the grief of a child.
And you learn to build all
your roads on today
because tomorrow's
ground is too uncertain for
plans.
After a while you learn that
even sunshine
burns if you get too much.
So plant your own garden and
decorate your own soul,
instead of waiting for someone
to bring you flowers,
And learn that you really can
endure...that you really are
strong,
And you really do have worth.
*smiles*