just breathe

Learning is growing.
After awhile you learn the suddel 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 awhile 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, you really are strong, and you really do have worth.