Always, Never

Always the bridesmaid, never the bride

That’s what they say

But there’s so much more to me

Than my marital or relationship status

How about

Always kind, never cruel

Or maybe even

Always thoughtful, never superficial

Always helpful, never neglectful

Always smiling, never sad

Always enthusiastic, never a drag

Always hopeful, never doubtful

Always sees the best in others

Never belittles or derides

Always wanting to make you smile

Never wanting to hurt you

Never is s strong word

So final and concrete

Life isn’t always so absolute

Maybe “not always” would fit better?

Always supportive, not always supported

Always dreaming, not always achieving

Always here to please, not always satisfied

Always behind the scenes, not always center stage

Always doing more, not always appreciated

Always fighting, not always winning

Always have things to say, not always heard

Always a little sister, not always an equal

I am more than my social standing

More than my failures and shortcomings

I am more than society sees

More than people realize