Pride

"Accomplishments provide,
A genuine sense of pride

For having achieved what you planned,
By yourself and your own two hands

A sense of worth and satisfaction,
All because of your positive action

Re enforcing our self confidence,
And the motivation within us

It’s power derived,
Like a lions pride

Hungry for that goal in sight,
Satiated when it’s achieved alright

A confident booster it remains,
On whatever else we take aim

No preening from these thrills,
Arrogance won’t serve you well

Humility’s is the proper verse,
Guided by empathy first

Assertive dignity to raise the bar,
Proud then in who you are

Pulled towards all that you strive,
The honor we hold inside

Pride"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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