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For Granted

it's the story they've warned about
since the beginning of time
you can be born rich
then die without a penny to your name
and just because you worked hard
doesn't mean you can't lose it all
you can swear you're sound of mind
but don't tell me
you wouldn't drink the Kool-Aid
when promised the meaning of life
yup, it can all go up
with a flip of a dime
so I have to roll my eyes at the vain
because one thing's for sure
those looks will fade
as well as body and mind
and maybe a nice gesture today
will grant you a fortune tomorrow
and maybe a bad additude
will get you kicked in the nuts
I say don't build a house of paper
next to a fire
then be surprised when it burns up
I've seen it with my own eyes
people who've planned out their lives
having it taken away a tragedy at a time
so feel blessed for your luxury
and don't stress about the little things
cherish each moment
for it will pass before you know it
and know that
nothing is guaranteed