Ty

Was it wasted?
Was it not?
Either way, I learned a lot.
You reached out, open hand.
I didn't know what to say.
The advice you gave lay... untouched,
dusted on the top shelf.
As I have, for far too long, focused on myself.
Only now am I realizing its worth.
I would say “I'm sorry,”
but I don't want to sound insincere
Instead, I'll beat back the fear and get to work.
Kickin’ down this great bulwark
Of insecurity.
Incredulity of my own abilities
I remember... nothing is written in vain.
You have helped strengthen my resolve.
You have helped beat back my pain.