I could look at you in envy

For all the things you have,

The ease with which you cope,

Your luck when things get bad.

But I look at you for courage,

You’re my teacher and my friend.

I look at you and learn from you that i can try to change,

Turn my struggles into chances and reach up for the skies.

I see the work you’ve put in and i see the dues you’ve paid,

And your graceful acceptance, when all you try just fails.

I see that every chance you’ve got you’ve carved out for yourself,

And I look at all of you in awe…my teachers and my friends.

… this poem was inspired by all of the wonderful women i know, who’ve succeeded.  In making time for their families, their careers and for themselves. In doing all the things they do with commitment & with joy.