It takes a heap of doing something positive
Before you may determine how you want to live.
And even then to settle for a lesser post;
Because you lacked the ways and means you needed most.
Now take a good look at what has been written here;
If you’re inclined to envy others, you’ll know fear;
Because, to envy, you think you’re not good enough,
To reach the level which you envy way too rough.
It is unfortunate that you may think that way,
For all too often that attitude is here to stay.
For friends, you’ll have to find those who will think like you;
Which is a tough sell for potential friends to do.
Of course, you will not be the first, nor be the last;
For thinking negatively is too easily cast.
But no way can this be viewed being positive;
Which also means it is a sadder way to live.
©Richard Williams