Sell Yourself, But Who’s Buying?

The world is full to overflowing
With those who only care
To sell themselves.
Everywhere you look
Everywhere you turn
The tired old wares
Of ego hang
For all to see.
They think they are flowers
But they’re attracting no bees.

(5/17/26)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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