I do not want to win prizes
Although they would be wonderful surprises
I just want to be appreciated and recognized
That is not a contradiction
But I realize recognition can turn into an affliction
Similar to a drug addiction
So, I guess I need to clarify
For what kind of recognition would I die
I'd revel in a "Thank you. Your poem Such and Such got me through."
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That’s really a beautiful thought in that poem. A lot of people have their eyes only on what’s in it for them but to be the one who’s there for others is important.
Thank you! 🙂