Never Applaud a Fraud

Give no accolades to the man so sly

To avoid some blame by telling a lie.

But he earns respect if he takes reproof

And the risk of shame by telling the truth.

(Let me remind us all to be more truthful, then we won't have to remember what we 
say.) James
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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January 3, 2011 at 10:38 AM
What a way to start out my New Year reading such exceptional poetry. Thank you for starting the new year out with us sharing your wonderful poetry James. Love, Carol
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