Penny for a Poem

For Them or You?

In the tapestry of life, a conundrum is spun, to live for yourself, or for others, as one?
A journey unfolds in the choices we make, to balance the heart and the dreams that we stake.
When you live for yourself, you nurture your soul, chasing passions and dreams, making yourself whole.
You paint your own canvas, in colors so bright, embracing your essence, your truth, and your light.
But to live for another can also be grand, In love and connection, we find where we stand. Through kindness and service, we grow and we share, In those moments of giving, there's beauty laid bare.
Yet the wisdom lies here, as we ponder this quest to find a sweet harmony, a balanced behest.
For living just for yourself may lead to despair, while solely for others can cause you to wear.
So blend these two paths, let them dance and entwine, live fully for you, yet let love brightly shine.
In the heartbeat of life, find your rhythm anew, and embrace both the self and the love that is true.
In this intricate waltz, let each step define, a life rich in purpose, where both worlds align.
For the journey of living is yours to create, In loving yourself, you inspire and elevate.