Scared- screaming- confused

we all begin the same.

We grow, make choices

informed by life, circumstance

we can count on very little

only ourselves

to decide

to grow

to give

to take.

Dragged, beaten

loved, aided

press forward.

Make it count.

Nurture empathy

rage against injustice

express yourself

give to this world

do not take.

We all end the same-

Serene. Silent. Concluded