Tailwinds

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Start out, a ball of clay
Waiting to be shaped
Is it all just nature
A fate you can’t escape?

The cards were dealt, the scene was set
Unique, yet unknown
Best of hope, for everyone
How quickly time has flown

Bedtime books, coaching praise
Those who had my back
Brother, sister, teacher, boss
Keep you on the track

It didn’t have to be this way
It could have been much worse
Wisdom one should build upon
Fills the universe

Tailwinds and blue skies
Nothing to slow you down
Make the most of what you can
Before death comes around

15 minutes passes quick
We all will cede the stage
Here’s your cue, it’s up to you
Key to coming of age

Lucky breaks and mentors
Lovers and confidants
Opportunity to stand on
The shoulders of giants

I wish you…
Tailwinds and blue skies
Nothing to slow you down
Make the most of what you can
Before death comes around

(outro lyrics)
Nobody emerged fully formed
None became self-made all alone
All achievements spring from fertile soil
Help from those we know love and from others unknown

Don’t confuse good prep for luck
Credit will find its due
Avail yourself of what you can in life
In all that you do
For what you pursue
Tailwinds got you through