Life Is Cruel, But… Poem by Angelina Pandian

Life is always cruel
To each man in its own way
It metes out sorrow
To one and all
Some a portion small
Some a large
Life is always cruel
If it gives ten of happiness
There’ll be one which
Takes the joy out of nine
It is a stern teacher
Who never likes
To see a happy face
Life is always cruel
Whether you’re rich or poor
Makes no difference
Each man is given a thorn
Along with the rose he got
Look at those around you
Who’ve been under a heavy hand
Help wipe their blood and sweat
You’ll find your sorrows vanish
And Life will find its match in you!