Only One You

Only One You

By Linda Kranz

“It’s time,” Papa said.

“I think it is,” Mama said.

“Time for what?” Danny asked.

Papa’s voice softened, “To share some wisdom.”

Always be on the lookout for a new friend.

Look for beauty wherever you are and keep the memory of it with you.

Blend in when you need to. Stand out when you have the chance.

Find your own way. You don’t have to follow the crowd.

Know when to speak. Know when to listen.

No matter how you look at it, there is so much to discover.

If you make a wrong turn, circle back.

If something gets in your way, move around it.

Set aside some quiet time to relax and reflect every day.

Appreciate art. It’s all around you.

Make wishes on the stars in the night time sky.

“Thank you for listening,” Mama said. “We hope you will remember.”

Papa winked and whispered, “We know this is a lot for you to think about.”

Adri did a backward somersault and smiled.

He was excited to go out into the world with what he had just learned.

“Wait for me!” he shouted to his friends.

Before he swam away, he turned back to his parents and said, “I will remember.”

Mama kissed Danny on the top of his head.

“There’s only one you in this great big world,” she said.

“Make it a better place.” 

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