So Obvious Is Their Success

It's refreshing.

Many years ago,
A concensus was taken...
That declared me unstable,
Too aloof and undecisive.
Out of my mind and crazed!

Talented but lazy.
With too many interests...
That were scattered,
All over the place.

I remarked to someone,
I was creating my own greatness.

For years I heard the laughter.
For years there were tears and pain.

It's refreshing.

To know one keeps,
Getting off their knees..
To stand on their feet.
In spite of opposition.

That motivates and inspires me.
And when I am not reading about this,
To actually see someone...
Putting this into practice,
I can not help but stop...
To introduce myself.

I have got to let that person know...
So obvious is their success!
And I just wanted to address it.
Even though they might not have a clue,
Not yet...
Anyway,
As to what it is they do...
To receive my congratulations!

'Man,
I know you wont believe this.
But I aint got a dime in my pocket.
And all I want is a cup of coffee.
You got any change you can spare? '

~Here!
This is my last five dollars.
Don't worry about it.
You've blessed me more than you realize.~

poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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