Imperfection

Do not presume
to arrive unscathed
a delicate journey
missteps are paved

Born imperfect
a fate for all
mistakes made
discovering the fall

Lack of precision
affording insight
prepares us to rise
ready for flight

Recalling the lessons
hard-fought but learned
autonomy itself
ultimately earned

Scars do not define
no longer do we bleed
in acknowledgement
we become freed

The uneasy life
a precious gift
with acceptance
perspectives shift