I thought I was loving,
yet I gave away openness of heart for the semblance of security
I thought I was resourceful,
yet I gave away authenticity for a much-desired raise
I thought I was smart,
yet I gave away honesty for a ‘good deal’
I thought I was caring,
yet I gave away connection and demanded complacency
I thought I was free,
yet I gave away power for expectations placed upon myself
I thought I was generous,
yet I gave away abundance, eagerly coveting its return
I thought I was beautiful,
yet I gave away my gift of uniqueness and envied it in others
I thought I was open-minded,
yet I gave away discernment for satisfaction of conviction
I thought I was kind,
yet I gave away understanding for quick-fix solutions
I thought I was original,
yet I gave away creativity for another’s vision
I thought I was compassionate,
yet I gave away freedom to learn your lessons
I thought I was courageous,
yet I gave away the joy of gradual discovery for the rush of excitement
But She cannot be fooled.
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