Hollow Flattery Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

If a doing to be done is not at one's best,
What point does one make...
To believe a doing of one's mediocrity,
If one is conscious of it with this known...
Deserves praise in an acceptance that is approved.
And then declared as great without proof of it shown,
Seems to always satisfy an ego standing by.

Too many are quick to flaunt their perceptions.
And too few will allow themselves to be pleased,
By deception.
Although to receive hollow flattery given to not dismiss,
No matter where it comes from or if sincerity is involved...
One could and can avoid if wished,
Will still mean everything for some as long as they get it.