Precious Trinket

Keep it close, don’t show

It to anyone who may

wrestle it away.

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Hide it, eyes can’t see

where you put it, because then

they’ll try to take it.

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Lock it up, and down

It’s not safe outside the safe

so keep the door locked

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If you take it out

be mindful of what you’ve done

by exposing it

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Don’t weep at its theft

It’s not the taking that hurts,

but when it’s returned.

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Learn to accept it

if you offer to someone,

and they won’t take it.

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Rejection happens

if you’re not what someone wants,

not checking their box.

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Learn to be careful

and show it from a distance,

where it can’t be snatched.

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Someone may want it

and won’t want to give it back.

But keep it secured.

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If they have a key,

make sure it’s not for another

before you try it.

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God still knows what best

He created you with Love

so you could give it.

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He sees every tear

and bottles it with great care,

to show you later.

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He sees you walking

and knows every step you take.

Because He’s been there.

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Keep your heart guarded.

It is “the wellspring of Life.”

Your precious trinket.