The Consequences of No Consequences

There are always consequences Even when we think we are free of any consequences, Because others have in the past shouldered all consequences. How can we expect to grow without learning about consequences? When we fail to appreciate there are consequences, It may lead to us reaping only negative consequences. Those of us who were taught there are always consequences, Understand there are good and bad consequences, Lasting friendships come from avoiding bad consequences. Not looking at the road ahead has consequences, Encouraging others to ignore the consequences, Gives new meaning to the word consequences, And none of us have yet learned to handle those consequences.