That Man is a Success
Who has lived well,
laughed often and loved much;
who has gained the respect
of intelligent men
and the love of children;
who has filled his niche
and accomplished his task;
who leaves the world better
than he found it
whether by an improved poppy
a perfect poem
or a rescued soul;
who never lacked appreciation
of earth’s beauty
or failed to express it;
who looked for the best in others
and gave the best he had.
(in my friend’s home in Honolulu; author unknown)
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May 3, 2010 at 1:28 pm |
This is beautiful.
What is this meaning to read? “whether by an improved poppy”
Calling Mavis Beacon 🙂