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Bounded Grace

 

Even your kindness needs a wall,
A space where shadows dare not crawl.
Not every hand that reaches near
Holds love that’s selfless, pure, sincere.

Give like the sun, but know the night,
Not every soul reflects your light.
Guard your warmth, protect your glow,
Lend with care, but learn to say no.

Your heart is gold, but not for free,
Not all who knock deserve the key.
Protect your peace, stand firm, stay true,
Even kindness must shield you.

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