"every single person has at least one secret that would break your heart. if we could just remember this, I think there would be a lot more compassion and tolerance in the world"
After awhile you learn the subtle difference between holding a hand and chaining a soul
And you learn that love doesn't always 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 ahead with the grace of a woman, 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 and futures have a way of falling down in mid-flight.
After awhile you learn that even sunshine burns if you get too much.
So you plant your own gardens 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
And you learn and you learn, with every goodbye you learn...
i'd rather not know where i'll bethan be alone and convinced that i know
until finally, there's no shame,Amanda
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