After A While...

You learn that what you really are is
all the experiences and all the thoughts you've ever had

You learn that troubles are temporary
and relationships aren't always permanent

You learn to forgive the bad times
and overcome the resentments

You learn that many people come into your life
some stay briefly and fade into forgetfulness
while others remain as warm places in your heart

You learn to live with love in your heart
for those friends who may not be present
but who never ever go away

Because the warmth of their friendship and their essence
lives within you and becomes a part of what you are

I Love You June 24, 2000