Forgive Yourself

Forgive yourself 

As you forgave them before

Release the weight 

Of guilt that you bore

For just as others stumble on

Life's uneven climb

Remember, dear heart 

Anyone can make mistakes in their time

Grant yourself the compassion

You freely bestowed

When others faltered their remorse 

You allowed

Acknowledge your flaws

But let them not define

The beauty and worth 

That within you reside