The Good and Bad Side of Life
The following are examples
Of how I look at the good and bad side of life
Peace is good... war is extremely bad
A thriving economy is good... unemployment is bad
Coexisting is good... confrontation is bad
Making up after a quarrel is good... refusing to discuss is bad
Wishing someone a great day is good... failing to do so is bad
Forgiving someone for an insult is good... a grudge is bad
Having a good time is good... driving home tipsy is bad
Always being happy is good... always being sad is bad
Growing old with grace is good... growing old crochety is bad
Helping a neighbour is good... refusing to do so in need is bad
Sharing your good fortune... hoarding is bad
Are you convinced yet? No? Here's more...
Hugging your wife is good... having an affair is bad
Smiling broadly is good... frowning like an ogre is bad
Showing loved ones your love is good... correcting is bad
Being gracious to people is good... being a grouch is bad
Honesty is good... deception is bad
Thanking a waitress with a smile... like a servant is bad
Being truthful is good... deceiving people is bad
This advice I give you freely is good... lying to you is bad
There... I've said my peace!
That's the good and the bad side of life!
Copyright © Jack Ellison | Year Posted 2021
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