In the innocence of who we are
We seek out the truth in those around us
Trusting and believing
That we will find in them
The very same truths that are evident in our lives
In doing that...we do them such a disservice
We have in fact set them up for immediate failure
Because we have set the bar by our own standards
And not taken into account...their life experiences
And how those very experiences
Have shaped them in the very person that they are
Moral of the story...
Always take the time to really get to know someone
Before you label them as odd...or different...or just not "up to par"
Truth be known...you really have not idea at all
The life experiences that they have had to endure
We are each different...in so many ways
And it is those very differences that make up our individuality
Special...unique...and yes...sometimes a little odd
But...always...always...always...BEAUTIFUL.

Kristy Turnage
4-6-09