Just the Reason She's here

Just the Reason She’s here
by Diane Hobaugh


No protection from heartache
From the ups and downs
The antics and sorrows
Just finding their way,

On the turf of the school yard
Rallying for friendship
Monkey bar kingdom
Just trying so hard,

It won’t be my lesson
Teamed with emotion
Preaching compassion
Just changing young hearts,

It will be her example
Of living life fully
Of loving kindness
Just being a friend,

I will watch for the outcome
Compassion’s clarity
Life’s learning evolving
Just the reason she’s here.