I wish kept identified all pieces out of place... <br />I recognize with my own eyes. <br />And with a doing to investigate, <br />That which is obvious and in my face. <br />To take someone else's explanation, <br />With a doing to satisfy my curiosity and accept... <br />As I quickly reject to neglect my own perceptions, <br />Is not respecting this life I've been blessed to live. <br />Truth and honesty I've never hesitated to give. <br />I feel it one's accountability not leave 'anything' assumed. <br /> <br />I wish kept identified all pieces out of place, <br />I recognize with my own eyes. <br />And with a doing I alone investigate, <br />That which is obvious and in my face. <br />With a doing I believe is my obligation and right to do. <br />And I stay amazed these days, <br />How my taking responsibility for my own actions... <br />Often comes to offend the ones not comprehending, <br />That the asking of questions to clarify with answers... <br />Should not be interpreted as distrust.<br /><br />Lawrence S. Pertillar<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/i-stay-amazed/
