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Perfectionist

If you strive for perfection
You will never be content
There will always be flaws
Which you will resent
Nothing is perfect
And it will never be
Because the idea of perfection
It differs for you and me.

10th graderhyme

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Gershon Wolf

February 3, 2023 at 1:43 PM

Well, I think you are perfect for you, while I am just right for me. How's that?!

Shirley Hawkins

February 6, 2023 at 10:14 PM

Just Perfect!

Victor Buhagiar

February 3, 2023 at 9:33 AM

We were born with all the defects of this world, yet we must strive for perfection. We may not achieve it 100%, but the fact that you tried is itself an achievement.

Shirley Hawkins

February 6, 2023 at 10:15 PM

That is so true, Victor.

Mike Gentile

February 3, 2023 at 6:22 AM

Shirley, I love the summation of your piece of perfection! I struggle with perfectionism yet I know your words ring true!! Great write! Happy Friday xxoo

Shirley Hawkins

February 6, 2023 at 10:25 PM

I like things." just so," too, Mike. The older I get, the more impossible this becomes; I am slowly learning that some dropping of standards is better for one's health than trying to achieve the impossible. Thank you for your welcome comments Mike Take care, From, a practising cool old chook!