Have Seen It All.

I have seen enough blood To appreciate peace I have seen enough human loss To appreciate life I have seen enough trouble To appreciate calm I have tasted raw hate To appreciate love I have heard so many curses To appreciate blessings I have heard so many woes To appreciate appreciation I have tasted enough bitterness To appreciate sweetness I have seen enough frowns To appreciate smiles I have heard many condemnations To appreciate praises I have been pushed too far To appreciate hugs I have been in the darkness too long To appreciate light I have been in the cold too long To appreciate warmth I have been afraid too long To appreciate confidence I have lost so much To appreciate winning I have heard so much noise To appreciate quiet I have left myself behind too long To appreciate loving myself