Reflections

Reflections Reflections Reflections Reflections Reflections Reflections Reflections Reflections Reflections 4 Reflections BY: ELIZABETH BANESCU I’ve learned many a lesson in my teenage years

I’ve seen the world through ignorant eyes I’ve blinked back many tears I’ve felt the pain of rejection I’ve nearly given up countless times, but

I learned to find my strength within I learned to hang on to the smallest hope

I learned I could be a light to others

I can show you, we’re not alone Even in this crazy, fallen, broken world Even when it seems as though all is lost Even when you think your faith has failed you Redemption is never far off

Rescue is close at hand Salvation is created, even as darkness closes in Renew your spirit Reflect on your life Even when you can’t seem to find the good around you

Even when you don’t think you can keep up the fight

Even when you think all hope is lost I can show you how to cling to the light I learned that others will follow if you lead by example

I learned there are no limits to what you can achieve I learned that a little love goes a long way I’ve felt the joy of acceptance I’ve smiled through my tears I’ve seen the world and grown in wisdom I’ve learned many a lesson in my teenage years. Art by Laela Russell