Life's Lesson

I know the folly of arrogance
I've paid the price, for to much pride
denying life to make a living
'till parts of me, began to die

I've learned friendship's, are aways fragile
we are born and die alone
and we're just, a breath away
from the light that leads us home
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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July 30, 2015 at 6:49 AM
Loves the life lessons here, Jerry. Thanks for sharing,. It's always nice to be reminded now and then. Kim
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