.3. Riches Poem by David Threadgold

No silver spoon when I was born
Or riches in a treasure chest
Without the wealth to help me through
I quickly learned to do my best

By finding all the best in life
Costs nothing it comes free
Respect is something you can’t buy
You earn it there’s no fee

I did my best and earned respect
Gave back more than a measure
By giving others things I’d learned
Meant a poor man could have treasure


© 2008 David Threadgold
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