My parents warned me about drugs
but never about the ones with messy hair and a contagious smile.
They warned me about addictions
but never about how you'll crave them every day.
They warned me to stay away from harm
but never against those who could hurt me the most.
They warned me not to talk to strangers 
but never against the ones I could fall for.
They warned me about poison 
but never the good kind.
They warned me about a necessary medicine 
but I can't help it if I'm a little broken.
They warned me to tie my shoes so I don't fall 
but never about watching my heart so I don't fall.
They warned me to not care about what others think 
but I can't help that I care about what you think.
They warned me about boys who would break my fragile heart 
but I can't help it if you break me.
They warned me not to stand on the edge
but I can't help jumping off the edge to land in your arms.
My parents warned me about drugs
but never the ones with a patient mind and a kind soul.