Never Stop Learning

If one were wise,
one would know and understand;
that growth and learning,
go hand in hand.

As we learn,
we begin to grow;
now knowing things,
we did not once know.

This stroll through life,
teaches us much;
all sorts of emotions,
behaviours and such.

There is so much to learn,
just about living life;
how to deal with sorrow,
anger and strife.

How not to hurt people,
instead lifting them all up;
how to show kindness, compassion,
how to fill anothers’ cup.

How to be strong,
and to be both loving and brave;
how to move on after,
putting a loved one in the grave.

How to see the world,
as such a glorious place;
seeing it for all its’ beauty,
not seeing it only by race.

Understanding everyone is special,
with something to share;
all with our own joys,
and burdens to bear.

What a wonderful life,
with so much to learn;
new languages and flavours,
found at each turn.

Yes, as we learn,
we continue to grow;
I bet you know something,
you didn’t once know.

Try to learn a new thing,
for yourself every day;
grow your mind and your Spirit,
in a kind and loving way.

Never stop learning,
or stagnant you will be;
stuck for a time,
til you set yourself free.

Yes, learning and growth,
do go hand in hand;
so learn something new,
and see where you land.

© Leslie C Dobson

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