Willful Neglect

In youth I often wished on stars; I thought the largest ones came true. But longing never got me far So wishing ceased, long overdue. As I matured and ventured out Into a world so alien my lesson learned without a doubt Was always take it on the chin. In life there are setbacks galore A definite fact to expect So never sit and wish for more Since wishing is willful neglect. In one’s life the dreams are plenty one must act else they are empty.