Self Esteem
It’s a fact that some people feel worthless
It’s an impression some of us can’t hide
And there’s a permanent suicidal solution
which is a thing that some of us tried
I’ve given the matter some consideration
Tis a problem of perspective it seems
For, what to some appear accomplished matters
Are viewed by others only as dreams
I’ve known some who never feel able
Complications beset them all day
I’ve known others who are clearly unstable
And prepare all in an ill-advised way
To me it seems humans are much of a muchness
Between Einstein and Bush there is only degree
While one is known as a genius
the other is as daft as can be
Same hands though, same eyes and same noses
Our bodies do limit our state
Though much fuss is made of our features
The differences aren’t all that great
Solution to me seems take care also take pride
Do all to an impressive state
What one can do so can another
This is a message all should relate
Patrick Mackeown, May 2006
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