Reflections in the mirror,
Foot prints in the sand.

Looking at who we are,
Leaving impressions when we can.

All we see is an outer shell,
Not knowing what’s inside.

Never knowing ones struggles,
With a smile they always  hide.

To many like to pass judgment,
For reasons  they’ll never know.

If one would take the time to care,
This is how one grows.

Stop staring in the mirror,
Your reflection is all you see.

Instead take time look inside yourself,
That’s the way it should be

We all have many flaws,
We all make many mistakes.

If you truly want to understand,
Then spend the time That it takes.

Some shells can easily be opened,
Others will take some time.

Being honest, loyal and caring,
It’s amazing what one can find.

I know that I am not perfect,
An I’ll never pretend to be.

When I look it that mirror,
It’s more than a reflection I see.

When my time is up,
And I’m just as memory.

Just look back at the sand,
My impressions will always be.

LIVE
LOVE
HOPE

WRITTEN BY
RICHARD B SHICK