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Jealous Minds

Right when we think we’ve reached 
     A new plateau
In our hearts and minds,
     When we believe we’ve risen 
To a secret degree of sweet sublime…
     One step closer 
To that ghost within,
     Another Johnny - come - lately 
Steps right in. 
     Stealing the spotlight 
From all our glory
     And making us dream 
Of a whole new story
     About who we are 
And where we’ve been
     As a new star is born
And we bow to him.
     His mind sparkles  
Light a diamond jewel 
     Shining like the sun
And making us drool…
     Wishful thinking 
We could be so wise
     But the truth of the matter 
Is way up high…
     Beyond the blue, 
The moon and stars,
     Others will outshine 
No matter who we are.
     In the morning frost or evening chill 
A humble heart
     Is the perfect pill
For jealous minds who must compare 
     Themselves to others 
Are doomed to despair.   

© Terrell Martin, 01/09/2025

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Deb M

Date: 1/9/2025 2:33:00 PM

‘A humble heart is the perfect pill’….l totally agree with that great line Terrell! All those negative emotions can make one bitter and can eat away at your soul….be happy with you and yours and enjoy life l say! Wise words my friend! Debx

Terrell Martin
Date: 1/9/2025 2:42:00 PM

Dearest Deb, thank you. And the more I read of yours and other poets here in PS, I'm both humbled and proud to be a part of this unique and uplifting group of amazing hearts, minds, & souls / especially yours. All the best, Terrell

Tom Woody

Date: 1/9/2025 7:07:00 AM

Great morality lesson in your poem. Jealousy, envy, hatred all lead to unhappiness, ultimately. There will always be someone better than you/me so the lesson I think is to be content being the best version of ourselves without the need for comparisons

Tom Woody
Date: 1/9/2025 12:11:00 PM

Very kind. Thx

Terrell Martin
Date: 1/9/2025 11:40:00 AM

So very true Tom. BTW, this may have been prompted by you suggesting I look at DH Rogers poetry. So glad you did as his work is on par with your own, both of which are my new "Gold standards" of poetry to strive toward. Thanks again, Terrell