I wrote this a while ago, and since it seems to be nothing but a series of advice, I figured... what the hell? I think I was listening to LeAnne Womack's "I Hope You Dance" at the time because that's what it sounds like.

When you look up at the sky, don't do it just to see if it's raining
When you find it is raining, don't run indoors and hide
When you get your hopes too high, don't say you're overrated
When you walk down by a river, don't be afraid to get your feet wet
When your fire goes out, don't blame it on the wind
When you watch the sunset, don't think the day is over
When you reach out to help, don't be deterred when you're turned away
When you feel that nothing's right, don't be afraid to make it OK
When you love someone, don't ask them to love you back
When you sing, don't forget to sing it loud
When you smile, don't forget to be proud
When you dance, ignore your two left feet
When you close your eyes, don't forget what you see
When you hate your job, don't hate your life
When you give advice, don't expect them to take it
When you get advice, don't be afraid to take it
When you play a game, don't do it just to win
When you patronize a child, don't forget how young you are
When you disrespect your grandparents, don't forget how old you are
When you hear a robin's song, don't take it for granted
When you lose someone, don't mourn them-- remember them
When you see a bright star, don't be too skeptical to make a wish

And mostly
When you say "I love you," mean it
When you make a mistake, learn from it
When you find home, stay there.