hopeful proud tears

We walk down this road with expectations of what it will be.
Of happiness and hope and even a bit of mystery.
The road is winding with ups and downs.
You hear a voice that says " just keep your feet on the ground."
You're fearful at first, but that just won't do.
This is the road that has been waiting for you.
Everything they've taught you comes into play here.
They kiss you and hug you with hopeful proud tears.
Free and easy you look around.
Take a deep breath, hear the new sounds.
Curious and caution you are first.
Don't want to end up face down in the dirt.
And as the world has you for just a few years.
There is something that replaces all of your fears.
Worry and heart ache are two of the best.
But you'll get around to feeling the rest.
You will feel buried, left in the dust.
Be told it's no big deal don't put up a fuss.
She will chew you up and spit you out.
Life is one hell of a ride there is no doubt.
but when it is all over i know you will find.
The things that stayed deep inside your mind.
The greatest reason for being here.
Was all of the love and the hopeful proud tears.