Respect

My Momma taught me basic respect, then
My Uncle Sam reinforced it.
Everyone wants it,
Most folks expect it and
Society’s quick to endorse it.

I found early on that
Fair favor is granted
To he who shows appreciation,
And deference grows
Where esteem juxtaposes with
Abhorrent consideration.

In reverence we kneel as we
Worship in silence
And give Him the honor and praise.
Our tribute completes when
The people we meet
Are greeted with kindness and
Not turned away.

And then in the end
We get back what we lend,
As dignity stalks
Like an old trusted friend.

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