Common, Everyday People

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I meet people everyday. I talk to people everyday People from all walks of life, familiar and strange On the street, at work, at the grocery store, everywhere I go My fellow Black people. White people. Hispanic people. Asian people. People that check "Other" on application forms Common, everyday people who inspire me to be a better individual Especially heroic people who truly make a difference in our society Smarter people who inspire me to learn more, to read more Good samaritans, radiating positivity; going the extra mile To do good deeds for others. They restore my faith in humanity I've seen strangers perform random acts of kindness Inspiring me to follow their example. I learn something new From talking to strangers, friends, and family. I even learn About myself doing so. I look for the best in people. Most people I meet are wonderful, but I've met my share of rotten apples This much is true about common, everyday people You'll never get any respect unless you give it first. You show them Love and kindness, they're likely to return the favor. If you Accept them for exactly who they are, they'll do the same for you If you judge them, they will, in turn, judge you People Poetry Contest/Winner(4th Place) Sponsored by: Richard Lamoureux Date written and posted: 06/05/2018