Life is not

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Life is not always wine and roses
brambles get in the way
thorns prick heart and lovers wander
always has been the way
Since the first Romeo and Juliet
Rosaline left standing in a corner
heart betrayed by fickle Montague
who could foresee what would be

Life is not always wine and roses
a true rose has thorns sharp as well
each hill you climb descends
requires an ascent to quell
Each lover's kiss edged with hope
salted with the doubt of life
who can expect to control anothers lips
ensure they always return to you

Life is not always wine and roses
between golden beaches is cold briny sea
accidents and fate confound
best intentions of lovers proud
Turn away and hold the wind
caress sunset cross shoulders true
ignore the squalls of life indecisive
challenge fate and accept love provided.