Doors

It is said when one door closes, another one is opened

Which doors along the way contain that for which we’re hoping?

I wish I could go back to peek in doors which were presented

To decide for certain which would make me feel contented

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But, true to life, one must commit before getting the full story

You think you’re entering a place of happiness, security, or glory

And then, things may go sideways and prove that you chose wrong

In the past, you should have chosen other doorways all along

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Now, many doors are closing, leaving people outside, reeling

Not knowing where to live or what to eat is a scary feeling

I think that we should all go out and open doors for others

The next door to slam shut may be your sister’s, or your brother’s

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I'll show some human thoughtfulness, compassion on the way

Because one day, I may need someone to open a doorway

We never want a person to have neediness or strife

And helping may open a door to a peaceful afterlife.