Dismissing our valleys stunts our growth...
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It is easy to celebrate
The mountain top view
But what of the times when
Ever-present valleys were true?
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We are taught that life
Should be up and to the right
Otherwise we are failing
No matter how hard we fight.
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Without the difficulties, hardships
Clouds that obscure our view
We never fully experience
Breakthroughs that ring true.
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While we would never wish
For hard seasons to return
Looking back, grateful for lessons
Wisdom to share, well earned.
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To release what holds us back
No longer serves, a goner
Not dismissed, forgotten
Instead embraced as useful
With Honor.
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