Feet Of Clay

It's always sad to find out that
Someone you hold in high esteem,
Either as a child or an adult--
Turns out to be different than they seem.

Whether a trusted friend, or a
Family member or colleague--
The shock still cuts you to the soul,
You don't know what to believe.

Doesn't matter if they're famous--
They just get more news coverage.
Or if they're just ordinary people,
Some would use the info as leverage.

Never put anyone on a pedestal,
Sooner or later they'll fall--
Because they have feet of clay,
No one's perfect after all.