I don't

I don't want to grow old, just wiser.

I don't want to be told, just take me by the hand and show me.

I don't want to be child-ish, just child like.

I don't want to of the world, just in it.

I don't want to be a student, just a protege.

I don't want to be strong, just brave.

I don't want to make love, just be in love.

I don't want to see with my eyes, just my heart...

& I most exceptionally do want to smile.