It has some profound insight...Thought I'd share.
(author is ©1971 Veronica A. Shoffstall)
After a While
After a while
You learn the subtle differences 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 are not contracts, and presents are not 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 you learn
That you really can endure . . .
That you really are strong . . .
And you really do have worth.
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