HOW DO WE MEASURE

What qualities do we as individuals have?
That seemingly in our own mind’s eye
Places us above others and gives us the
Feeling of superiority.  This is one of
The stories of mankind

We may be blessed with certain talents
But neglect to see the same in others
There are people living on the margins who
Give more of themselves to others to the point
That whatever we do is minimal in comparison 
The least of us often stand the tallest to
The surprise of many.  

Growth is an ongoing element of our lives
And to strive to be on top of the heap
Is a natural thing.  To compete is good
But even being allowed to do this comes
With certain inherent responsibilities
How truly satisfied can we be if 
We neglect those on the fringes who need
Our compassion and help

One can think of the Levite and Priest who 
Walked by the man injured on the side of
The road and of the Samaritan who tended 
To him and took him to a safe place
He paid for his care and left the injured
In the hands of others whom he promised
To pay on his way back through

This Samaritan gave all that he could give 
And by any measure stood taller than
The Priest and Levite, who were
Indifferent even though well off in life
Who should our role model be?

Stanski
March 20, 2021 ^