Then and now

it seems like only a few years ago my biggest life problem was that I was afraid of not fitting in on the playground, or learning to ride a bike.. in a matter of what seems like a few short years ive only caught glimpses of how hard life can be. how overwhelming everything can be all at once. how being hurt by someone doesnt mean the soccerball hit my face but now means I was betrayed by friends, lied to, cheated on, and experiencing heartbreak. instead of the playground rules, we have the hatred and backstabbing and stepping on people. we learn how to not trust, not open hearts, and not expect decency from most people.