WISDOM

More and more lately, as, 
I try to keep moving forward,
Never complaining about setbacks
Or trying to explain my condition
I observe the kindness of others
Which usually comes with a dose of humor

What I used to think came about because 
I never gave that much time to them
As my own concerns took many moments
I think this is universal

Sometimes I was frustrated because 
I could not find my enthusiasm in others
And thought them indifferent to 
Something of importance
I responded to them by not giving thought
To how they had their ideas and agenda 

Now I look at them differently
Sensing that they had their dreams
I concluded I may have let them down
My self-imposed discipline superseded
Any consideration for their needs
Now I feel differently

I am rewarded by their delight when
I take an interest in them
There are times we work together
Achieve undreamed-of results
It is then I feel a little mortification
Knowing earlier distress was self-inflicted 

Now plans are easier to put into action
More is accomplished in less time
We understand our limitations
Try not to exceed them
Are aware of the consequences
Yes, wisdom is a good thing

Stanski