Scales of Amity

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If you desire your friendships to be only "Top Shelf",

                    Don't expect things of others you don't ask of yourself ...



Relationships that last - where time stands the test,

                    Travel rivers of respect that flow east AND west ...



Most folks don't mind doing what you ask them to do,

                    As long as it's something that you'd ask of YOU ...



The sure way of knowing that there's no disconnect,

                    Is to make sure you're allowing for bilateral respect ...



For when you give others the deference they've earned,

                    It's a pretty good gamble that you'll rarely get burned ...



But even when you DO, the good karma is yours,

                    So say your farewells ... and sail for friendlier shores!




~ 6th Place ~  in the "New Poems Only - 2 Friendship" Poetry Contest, Emile Pinet, Sponsor.

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Sandra Haight

Date: 5/3/2018 1:53:00 PM

An amazing poem once again, Gregory! Congratulations for your placement on such a short list of winners. Sandra :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 5/29/2018 1:53:00 AM

Many kind thanks to you, Sandra - blessings, Dear Friend! :-) <3

Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly

Date: 5/3/2018 8:11:00 AM

Ah, yes, the Golden Rule, life's invaluable guide and tool, Gregory. Nicely penned. Congrats! All the best to you.:) ~ Artsie

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 5/3/2018 10:54:00 AM

Thank you so very much, Artsie - I'm pleased that you enjoyed my poem. Blessings and best wishes, my friend! :-) <3

Susan Gentry

Date: 5/3/2018 1:39:00 AM

Congratulations on your win with this poem of good friendship advice. Great wisdom here.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 5/3/2018 10:53:00 AM

Many kind thanks to you, Susan, I'm so happy you enjoyed my poem! :-) <3

Janice Canerdy

Date: 5/2/2018 10:14:00 PM

SO much wisdom in these lines, Greg! CONGRATS! Janice

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 5/3/2018 10:52:00 AM

That's so kind of you, Janice - thank you! :-) <3

Line Gauthier

Date: 5/2/2018 9:39:00 PM

Very wise counsel my friend. I lesson I am finally starting to learn the hard way. Congrats on your fine win, Gregory.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 5/3/2018 10:52:00 AM

Thank you so very much, Line ... I'm still learning myself - still acquiring wisdom, especially when it comes to dealing with others. Blessings, my friend! :-) <3

Emile Pinet

Date: 5/2/2018 9:09:00 PM

Congratulations Gregory! Your amazing poem has placed in my contest. Very well done my friend, Emile.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 5/3/2018 10:50:00 AM

Thank you so much, Emile - I am humbled and honored to be on a list with such wonderful poets, and so pleased you found my poem worthy. Blessings! :-)