I remember years ago
when courtesy was quite normal
amongst most people.
Giving up your seat on a bus
to someone elderly or a mum to be.
Opening the door for a woman
or someone struggling with something.
Being polite to everyone, you met.
Courtesy and respect
then used to hold each other’s hand,
but not anymore, I am afraid.
They have almost vanished
through the passing of time.
Some youngsters swear at you
instead of saying thank you
when you offer to help them out a bit.
The helping hands are hardly ever there
when you need one occasionally.
Instead, they just ignore you
and pass on their way.
I hope someone soon will think
of having a courtesy day.
A day when the whole world
can back on track
with giving a little courtesy every day.
27 April 2009
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
David, this so reminds me of my father, whose manners were impeccable and who regularly used the phrase 'it's just common courtesy'. And whereas I have known some with 'manners' who behave brutishly to wives and children, a do believe that behavior inspired by thoughtfulness is very important. I sometimes wonder if children brought up in dislocated families don't get to learn the manners that parents in the past have taught by example. A worthwhile read. love, Allie ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥