If, hiding the true feelings,
Is called being realistic,
I would never..
If, to fake a smile, with least intent,
Is called being polished,
I would never..
If, forgetting the value of relationships,
Is called being independent,
I would never..
If, forgetting how to laugh,
Is called being refined,
I would never..
If, to leave behind innocence,
Is called maturity,
I would never..
If, to forget the child in you,
Is called growing up,
I would never….
