The beaten track - part 2

And here you are at long last,
You made it after all.
Through the mirage of roads oft taken,
And fall after fall after fall.

I know you were alone then,
I know you were in pain.
You were stoked in fire until you shone -
You suffered, but not in vain.

You have chosen again and this time round,
You have taken a risky call.
Oh welcome, welcome, to roads untaken,
Make sure to cherish it all.

However, as you step out that door,
Thinking of people who stayed.
Singing a song of those you love,
Proud of the strides you've made -

I hope the biggest lesson you've learnt,
Is that kindness and courage are key.
Work hard, work smart, be good, laugh more.
We'll take you there, you'll see.