Dear Child

by Samantha Dolphy


Try not to worry
as you grow and
change.

See life
for what it is and
try to be fair.

Mistakes will be made.
Friends will come and go.
But you are your forever.

Rely on others but
also on yourself.
Push forward.

The world is
not simple,
nor life easy.

But you will
get through it and
continue to flourish.

Be sure of yourself,
look forward to
the future.

It may not
seem like it now, but
soon you will see.

You will mature
into someone you can
be proud to be.

Your future is bright,
your past not so narrow.
It is worth the struggle.

 Make mistakes.
Take more chances.
Be brave.

Growing up is okay,
just remember to
enjoy everything.

Challenges come, but
you will top them and
be better in the end.

Dear child,
don't be afraid to grow.
Sincerely, you.