Dig Deeper

Peoples’ layers are complex,

Facades, they come and go

And even those who you deem close

You may not really know.

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That coworker who always smiles,

And seems to have so many friends –

Dig deeper, and you may just find

She’s sad and lonely when work ends.

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That friend who seems to have it all –

Vacations, showy house, and car,

He may be broke, swimming in debt,

You may be better off by far.

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Peoples’ layers are complex,

Facades, they come and go

And even those who you deem close

You may not really know.

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That neighbor who’s a major grump,

Who never gives a smile or wave,

Dig deeper, and you may just find

She can be witty, kind, and brave.

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That homeless guy who begs for change,

Who wears the stinky, tattered clothes –

Dig deeper, and you may just find

That he had highs before the lows.

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People’s layers are complex,

Facades, they come and go

Dig deeper, tales are treasures found,

So listen, and then you'll know.