Looking back on my life
From this old hospital bed
I realize in my heart
That there is much to be said
Much to be said to the broken hearted
Much to be said to those who are guarded
Much to be said to the lonely and confused
And much to be said to the arrogant and amused.
Even to you who has lost with no answer why
I have something for you, so don’t you cry
You see life is weird with its twists and its turns
And I hope it doesn’t take you a lifetime to learn
Learn that money is such a trivial thing
And Learn that to fly, you don’t always need wings
Learn that a smile can go a long way
Learn that it might even make a strangers day
Learn that love is never wrong
And learn that your mistakes make you strong
Learn that it is okay to cry
Learn that it is okay not to understand why
Learn to never stop dreaming
And if you do that, you’ll learn to never stop beaming.
Learn to be compassionate and kind
Learn to follow your heart, and listen to your mind
Learn to notice the beauty in life
And learn to be generous, when there is strife.
Learn to laugh as much as you can
Learn to be your own #1 fan
Learn to listen to other people’s pain
Learn to sing and dance in the rain
Learn to keep going when the going gets tough
And learn to stay calm when you've had enough
Learn to treasure your family and friends
Learn because these people will be there till the end
Learn to keep God close to your heart
Learn to thank him from the very start
I know this must be a lot to take in
But if you learn I promise you’ll win.
I hope that it doesn't take you a lifetime to see
I hope that someday you don’t end up like me.