I was with a friend who shines in the spotlight
Her comfort zone is when she is the star in the crowd
She has no care about all eyes upon her
She waltzes through a room strong and proud
I am in awe of this woman
To watch her in action literally brightens my day
She has no use for forced humility
She makes her own destiny and paves her own way
She says finding comfort in the backseat
Is a lesson that should never be taught
Unless it’s for a romantic tryst
Then cover the windows so you don’t get caught
She shocks me but she makes me think
This lesson in boldness is not just about fun
It’s good to sit in the driver’s seat
Everyone at times needs to be number one
She warns that this takes a lot of practice
When one has been schooled that others should always come first
It takes patience to adopt this new philosophy
If not controlled it can become an unquenchable thirst
She warns with this power comes responsibility
You have to be willing to show others the ropes
You must give those around you the same encouragement
You build their confidence and restore their hopes
Sometimes we jump into the backseat
So others can get a chance to plot their course
But that seat is not a life assignment
To wallow there brings only regret and remorse
Donna Cavanagh-MyVeryOwnFan.com