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Killers of the Soul

Do not covet the good fortune of others
Greed and envy are killers of the soul.
Achieving on my own, that’s my druthers,
That is when I feel complete and whole.

Greed and envy are killers of the soul,
Good rarely comes from what isn’t earned
That is when I feel complete and whole
An important lesson in life I’ve learned.

Good rarely comes from what isn’t earned
Certainly, never will it be fully appreciated
An important lesson in life I’ve learned,
An envious attitude will never be satiated.

Certainly, never will it be fully appreciated
More craves more in a never-ending spiral,
An envious attitude will never be satiated
Indeed, it infects; it can be likened to a viral.

More craves more in a never-ending spiral,
Achieving on my own, that’s my druthers
Indeed, it infects; it can be likened to a viral,
Do not covet the good fortune of others.

Written October 10, 2022

Copyright © L Milton Hankins | Year Posted 2022

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Caren Krutsinger Date: 10/11/2022 6:01:00 AM This is entirely true "An envious attitude will never be satiated." - I believe many learn this the hard way and over and over. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/11/2022 9:29:00 AM Yep, that seems to be the mistake. That kind of behavior is repeated over and over.

Constance La France Date: 10/11/2022 3:15:00 AM Milt, a great Pantoum, your words inspirational. I believe we should never let greed fill our heart for it will be our downfall. Be happy for other peoples accomplishments, wins, etc, perhaps learn from their example, but never dislike them for it, that is a cowardly act, sure to bring only destruction to our self worth, Constance Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/11/2022 9:30:00 AM So true, Constance. Thanks so much for your kind and thoughtful comment on my pantoum.

Michael Tor Date: 10/10/2022 6:13:00 PM Your words are biblical and true my friend. When God says what you have shared who can argue and not trust in your special words... Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/10/2022 6:44:00 PM Thanks, Michael.

Jenna Logan Date: 10/10/2022 11:14:00 AM Greed and envy are not desirable traits. You've offered great advice. Login to Reply L Milton Hankins Date: 10/10/2022 12:08:00 PM Thanks, Jenna. I think so. Too much of our lives is spent wanting what others have, not realizing that they can't really afford it, and we are better off without it.