I’ve learned

I’ve learned-
that you cannot make someone love
you. All you can do is be someone
who can be loved. The rest is up to
them.

I’ve learned-
that no matter how much I care, some
people just don’t care back.

I’ve learned-
that it takes years to build up trust,
and only seconds to destroy it.

I’ve learned-
that no matter how good a friend is,
they’re going to hurt you every once in
a while and you must forgive them for
that.

I’ve learned-
that it’s not what you have in your life
but who you have in your life that
counts.

I’ve learned-
that you should never ruin an apology
with an excuse.