Life Lessons

I’ve learnt that people are selfish

because that’s how you survive.

I’ve learnt that people forget

because they’re more involved in their own lives.

I’ve learnt that children can be as horrible

As the parents who raised them.

And that teachers will abuse their power

When they’re too thick to see there’s a problem.

I’ve learnt not to trust

My own mind and family

And that you can never rely

On what's imprinted in your memory.

I've learnt not to make a fuss

When I'm hurt outside or in.

And I've learnt the secret to love

Is to be careful with the foreskin.

I've learnt to be true to my heart,

And study only what I like.

And I've learnt that freedom is important

And two minds can think alike.

I've learnt to see the beauty

In everything that I see.

And I've learnt to smile more

With each epiphany.