The Giving Tree

 
"How fruitful and generous is the giving tree?
 It illustrates how complicated life can be.
 Beginning at its base where roots emerge becoming branches,
 that sprout leaves of uncertainty, risks and chances.
 Trust is iffy branches break, leaves descend,
 the only constants are the roots, they'll see you through until the end.
 Metaphorically teaching the rules of existence,
 caring too much may make you indifferent, to the real.
 People will enter with intent that only time will reveal,
 leaving lasting impressions, some harmful but you'll heal.
 Even at your worst when it seems you cant deal,
 those few chosen roots will understand how you feel.
 As for the leaves and branches, they too serve a purpose,
 stepping stones to strengthen bones entertaining both is worth it.
 Scars may be left behind in addition to some bruises,
 everybody wins and everybody loses.
 At one point i was lost as to what this all means,
 thanks for the tips Shel Silverstein."