Testing . . .

Life will always be testing you;
throwing you curve balls,
knocking you down,
harshing your mellow,
pushing your buttons,
doing some eye-poking,
stubbing your big toe,
and the like.
Not everyone
will behave as you would like them to,
treat you as you'd treat them,
have the heart that you possess,
care as much as you do.
The answer to passing the test?
It certainly isn't easy.
It's one of the hardest things you'll ever
thank yourself for later.
Continue to be you.
Continue to be kind.
Continue to be fair.
Continue to be sweet.
Continue to be generous.
Their actions are theirs to carry.
You just ace this test called life,
remember how genuine and real feels,
and know how extraordinary you are.