Respect Costs Money

Looking back in retrospect Previous owners were circumspect Not meaning harsh disrespect But years of neglect And upkeep gone unchecked Amount much to the domino effect Our new architect With his cryptic dialect And superior intellect Presents his bold new project Structural troubles to correct Existing building to protect Proud addition to erect For youthfulness to inject Pride and strength to resurrect And combat the greenhouse effect The costs both direct and indirect There for us to dissect and inspect Several naysayers to deflect Since from all we’ll have to collect Because we know some will object To grand illusions of prospect Garnered benefits to expect And resurgence of self-respect To create a positive ripple effect AP: Honorable Mention 2020 Posted on March 17, 2018