But I Was Never Alone

I had to grow up, Early. There was no sheltered path, Protecting steps... I was made to correct. By a sibling older... I knew as I grew. I had to grow up, Early. With a consciousness, Of what to do. And to face those consequences, I lived to go through. There were days of resentment. There were days I spent alone. There were days I wished, For a childhood that was childish. And today I am grateful, For all of those experiences. I learned through mistakes made, And heartaches too. I learned to listen, With introspective comprehension. My battles I fought. And with time I recognized, Those blessings to me God has brought! I had to grow up, Early. With a consciousness, Of what to do. And to face those consequences, I lived to go through. But I was... Never alone, To be alone on my own. And this to me, God has shown.