Rivalry exists in some professions; <br />’Tis also found in the animal world; <br />Sometimes, it occurs in a few sessions, <br />Among nations, leading to a war cold. <br /> <br />The King cobra devours the python huge, <br />When a fit of ravenous hunger strikes; <br />Whenev’r jealousy in hearts takes refuge, <br />Rivalry stems from the many dislikes, <br /> <br />Friends become rivals in getting first place, <br />And become foes and seal each other’s fate; <br />Chivalry is rivalry’s healthy face; <br />Rivalry leads to no development state. <br /> <br />Rivalry has no place in any life; <br />Chivalry is good especially in strife.<br /><br />Dr John Celes<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/sonnet-rivalry/
