come back once
you've taken the road less traveled
you've learned from those around you
strangers, neighbors, loved ones
grow in wisdom, adopt compassion as your right hand
let truth and positivity guide you through the dark
don't falter when hope seems lost, rise to the occasion
become the man you can be
make yourself known
for the honorable characteristics you already hold
don't be afraid of the impossible, make courage your brother
face the lions and climb the highest mountains
don't leave behind the passion inside of you
never lie to your heart
you must be your best companion
you will be brilliant
you are brilliant
*dedicated to my best friend: words of encouragement
