I used to be adorable
but now I do the adoring

I used to be precocious
but now I want my flowers to bloom slowly

I used to say the cutest things
but now I temper my wit with knowing

I used to be so smart
but now I am trying for wisdom

I used to pose for anyone
but now I am camera shy

I used to think the world was so huge
but now it is at my fingertips

I used to wish I was older
but now I am happy I am not

I used to insist I was always right
but now I give that gift to others

I used to feel greatly loved
but now I am a great lover