Robert Lindley Poet Sonnet

No Principle Stands Alone

No Principle Stands Alone

Stand tall with blade worn openly for all to see
give kindness when its richly due
The true worth is not in the height of a tree
rather it is in the fruits it bears that we use.

Never yield to complacency or fear of condemnation
instead act in a way that shows honor rightly obeyed
Seek not false and ever so hollow admiration
rather pursue a righteous foundation firmly laid.

Do that and hope will hold you to a true course
despite the stony path you must then tread
Fear not the troubles the fools heartily endorse
Life will reward your honor greatly instead. 

Two things a man should never dare to lose.
Precious Hope and the Courage to fight to choose!

Robert J. Lindley, 05-16-2015

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Miss Sassy September 6, 2015 at 2:05 AM Integrity, always. Robert Lindley September 6, 2015 at 7:20 AM To strive to be fair to all, and hold life precious regardless of bias inherent in culture, religion or every day life. Hold ones core principles and try to help others when one can... That methinks should be taught to our kids at a very young age. Sadly its being neglected in this "new" world of "instant gratification" and grabbing all you can that has become the norm. .

Richard Lamoureux September 5, 2015 at 8:18 AM Infused with wisdom. Bravo! Robert Lindley September 6, 2015 at 7:21 AM Thank you Richard. The wisdom displayed came from my father and grandfather, I but the messenger putting their words to verse.

Anna Hopper September 5, 2015 at 6:50 AM Excellent! This was one I had to read twice. Robert Lindley September 6, 2015 at 7:23 AM Thank you Anna. I wish that message would be taught more to our kids and even at school.

Dorian Petersen Potter September 4, 2015 at 8:48 PM Beautiful pen Robert! Well written Sonnet, with a very wise and uplifting message in each of its fourteen lines.An excellent piece!A 7!In his light, God bless you!Wishing you a very lovely weekend!:) D Robert Lindley September 6, 2015 at 7:24 AM Thank you my friend. That message should be adhered to more and held in much higher esteem but sadly in this world its been forgotten more and more ever year IMHO.