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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.

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 2/3/2023 1:43:00 PM

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

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/6/2023 10:14:00 PM

Just Perfect!

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 2/3/2023 9:33:00 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
Date: 2/6/2023 10:15:00 PM

That is so true, Victor.

Mike Gentile

Date: 2/3/2023 6:22:00 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
Date: 2/6/2023 10:25:00 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!

Deb M

Date: 2/2/2023 10:42:00 PM

It drives you crazy when all has to be perfect…..l love this one Shirley and l love the way you write! Debx

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/6/2023 10:30:00 PM

Thank you, Deb. I am trying not to hyperventilate when I see dust and grime, lol! Take care, Shirley XX