Truth and Honesty

Material items are valued as great wealth
but what I treasure above all else
are the qualities of truth and honesty.
I've no tolerance for deception and lies.
I'll remain true to my integrity, so
when looking into a mirror,  I have
respect for the person staring at me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Koplin Avatar
November 3, 2020 at 3:28 AM
Outstanding work Jenna! I completely agree.
Logan Avatar
November 3, 2020 at 11:57 AM
Thank you, Mark.
One Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 6:35 AM
Totally agree, I do not like dishonesty and hypocrisy, sadly there are many like this.. I am not one for material things either.. Great take on the contest..
Logan Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 9:02 AM
Thanks
Allison Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 2:08 AM
wise words indeed Jenna and I can't abide being lied to and my husbands cancer surgery has made us appreciate that material things mean nothing - good health makes you the wealthiest person in the world:-(hugs Jan xx
Logan Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 9:01 AM
Thanks
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