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On Self-Sufficiency

To be self-sufficient is an admirable trait Not needing to depend on anyone is great Being able to set one’s own course each day Free to express opinions, to have one’s say In my way of thinking opens heaven’s gate. Written November 29, 2022 submitted to "Bitesize No 56" Poetry Contest sponsored by Line Gauthier

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Jeff Kyser

Date: 11/29/2022 4:09:00 PM

Interesting - i read that last line as, not accepting help sometimes can lead to an early pearly entrance, lol. Enjoyed!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/29/2022 4:16:00 PM

Hmmmm...well I was thinking "eventually," but you certainly could take it that way, Jeff. Thanks!

Shirley Hawkins

Date: 11/29/2022 2:34:00 PM

I agree, Milt. Being unable to be as self-sufficient as you would like is one of the most frustrating components of old age. Good one, (Old Duck )

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/29/2022 4:15:00 PM

Yep, we all experience some of this as we age!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 11/29/2022 2:09:00 PM

Indeed it is Milton, the only person who can let you down is yourself, I try not to rely too much on anyone else, Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/29/2022 4:16:00 PM

I'm a big believer, Tom, in being as self-efficient as possible.