A Weird Sense of Honor

There is a weird sense of honor in doing the right thing
A feeling of accomplishment, a glimmer of joy
I look around, all puffed up and proud
When I realize that no one notices or cares
Is it enough that I care?
It has to be
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Hankins Avatar
September 25, 2021 at 11:56 AM
I certainly think so, Caren. The greatest satisfaction for any good deed is that which you feel in your heart and mind. Anyway, I think so.
Krutsinger Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 3:55 AM
It is thrilling to get a bit of acknowledgement but I am my own cheerleader.
Gauthier Avatar
September 25, 2021 at 7:12 AM
Absolutely enough, Caren ! We are our own judge and that is most important ~
Krutsinger Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 3:55 AM
Exactly Line.
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