Unwrap the Present

The innumerable layers we wrap ourselves in

And the shields we create for ourselves from being hurt

we enjoy less, we engage less

We open up never, we trust never

Pushing away friends and family

Slowly eroding our core

Leading to lonliness, grief and sorrow …

This new year let us unwrap ourselves

Open up to the possibilities of friendship and love

Trust a little.. so what if it hurts

It just shows we are human

Attempt once more

We have but one life

Let’s explore, implore, live, love

Let’s unwrap the gift of the present moment

And like a child live life to the fullest