The issue raised that has created stagnation, <br />In some places facing dire consequences... <br />Has been the importance of nuts discussed, <br />Observed becoming loosened from their bolts. <br /> <br />Committees are formed with a seeking to be funded. <br />And those who gather to meet, <br />Wish to choose someone capable to lead. <br />Credentials are requested to determine who succeeds. <br /> <br />Those seen rolling up their sleeves prepared to volunteer, <br />Are admonished for their activities and quickly dismissed. <br />They are not qualified to tighten nuts to their bolts. <br />And the process taken further delays the simple results. <br /> <br />The issue raised that has created stagnation, <br />In some places facing dire consequences... <br />Has been the importance of nuts discussed, <br />Observed becoming loosened from their bolts. <br /> <br />And even though the task of this appears easy to achieve, <br />Many await for a funding first... <br />To satisfy a proper documentation, <br />That idenitifies who did what with the minimal work applied. <br /> <br />'There was more that got done when a few decided to do it.' <br /> <br />~Yeah. <br />But were they qualified? <br />Did they follow correct and proper procedures? <br />And most importantly, <br />Were they approved to do what they did... <br />By those elected to select them leaders? ~ <br /> <br />'No. <br />But a funding sought to show pride and initiative, <br />To screw loose nuts to ensure they remain tightened... <br />With a doing to brighten their own backyards, <br />Had been a belief to benefit and enlighten others.' <br /> <br />~Look... <br />We seek to get 'paid'. <br />And having 'those' lofty ideals TODAY? <br />Is not realistic. <br />We would rather apply for the funding, <br />Select those qualified. <br />And THEN... <br />And only 'then' can we discuss issues of pride, <br />Initiative, motivation and discipline. <br />But 'first' we are in need of 'professionals'... <br />To show us the way.~<br /><br />Lawrence S. Pertillar<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/in-need-of-professionals/
