The quest that shelters and protects my steps, <br />Keeps me honest and at my best. <br />I may not always give what one expects. <br />I can acknowledge my mistakes, <br />And hope choices I make... <br />Do not cause a friend or foe heartbreak! <br /> <br />I can not stop to compare what I've done, <br />To others on paths to out do or out run! <br />Separate are journeys taken, <br />Some with anguish and some with fun. <br />However I choose to view my life... <br />I hope not to confuse or abuse, <br />Those accomplishments done by anyone! <br /> <br />I am conditioned by a private mission. <br />And efficient one day I desire to become.<br /><br />Lawrence S. Pertillar<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/conditioned-by-a-private-mission/
