A Poem For a Life

Be the bringer of peace In all you say and do Be an oasis of calm When chaos surrounds you. Try and do the right thing And be upstanding always Employ your moral compass Throughout all your days Be not the source of conflict Nor of trouble or of strife Be above all pettiness Live a clean and blameless life Take wisely the counsel of elders Show them courtesy and respect Even if you disagree Do not their words reject Be aware of your social standing And of what it means to you Abide by scruples and values That influence all you do Be loyal, honest and trustworthy Be dedicated, reliable, caring Earn your pleasure from giving And of generous sharing. Above all be the person you are: Unique and wonderful Be proud of all you stand for With head held high and walking tall!