Chapter 28
Soft Centre, Strong Guard
Within my gold beats a tender, open heart, around it, sharp green leaves to keep harm apart. I love so deeply, yet I guard it well, building a safe place where my love can dwell. Softness is not weakness, I have come to know — it is the sweetest part of how I grow.
Deep at my heart the golden centre glows —
tender and warm, where all my love first grows.
Around it rise green leaves with pointed edge,
a sturdy fence to keep all harm at ledge.
The world outside may judge or press or take,
but here inside, no gentle thing can break.
I learned too soon that softness needs defence,
so I grew sharp where safety makes good sense.
Surrounded by crowds, I keep this quiet space,
hold close my treasures, shield my children’s grace.
My kindness stays, but guarded well and wise —
strength in my leaves, and light within my eyes.
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