After a while you learn the subtle
difference between holding a
hand and chaining a soul.
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 you learn that you really can
endure...that you really are strong.
And you really do have worth.
- Anonymous
Unknown "Sinfully Sweet!!" Sleepy
- 16 years, 4 months, 18 days ago