Stop & Think Poem by John Sensele

Moderation, balance and variety in lifestyles
Prevent cancer, obesity and early death
As big value tiles
On a scrabble board defeat stealth.

Moderation, balance and variety in matters of the heart
Minimise blatant disappointments
That land in quick succession in a cart
Because obstination denied common sense appointments.

Moderation, balance and variety in social circles
Improve interpersonal interactions
As success overtakes debacles
Driven ahead by repeated dysfunctions.

Moderation, balance and variety in spiritual opinions
Prevent excesses that catalyse bigotry
With extremist pinions
That teems with idolatry.