by Nick Gisburne
Do not become too confident, too soon
To prove that are brighter, better, best
Your precious ego may not stand, immune
When life decides to put you to the test
However deep you dig for glory, hate
Will spread and stain and suffocate your mind
And everything you struggle to create
Will crumble as those perfect dreams unwind
You think you have the measure of it all
That nothing can divert you from your goals
But know, with every step, however small
Ambition breaks the sturdiest of souls
Be certain you are strong enough to bear
The burden of the armour you must wear
