When I was younger...

I knew how to argue, but I didn’t know how to converse.

I had opinions to contribute about everything, few ideas to solve anything.

I knew how to start a fire, but I didn’t know how to create warmth.

I knew how to create a stir, I didn’t know how to create peace.

I knew how to reject, I didn’t know how to accept.

I knew how to be generous, I didn’t know how to be kind.

I knew how to compete, I didn’t know how to collaborate.

I knew how to be clever, I didn’t know how to be wise.

I am older now.  I’m glad I am.