At the edge of asking
Why life is worth basking
In innumerable conflict, greyness, and suffering

Why should I carry on?
To make others smile?
To do good for others?

I cared not for myself
But valued others more
So I became a light to others
But to myself I spared no store

Of warmth, care, gentleness and love
All which I spread like a dove
Make others feel true, loved and real...