Those Lessons Learned Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

Thank You for opening my eyes,
Early in life.
And developing an appreciation,
For those lessons learned...
As I sacrificed.

Reminiscing the wealth of my experiences,
Grew I did.
Although I admit,
I was a spoiled kid.

Going beyond what was expected of me,
I began to notice quickly...
The little things I'd asked for,
I made sure those chores done...
Were performed without throwing tantrums.

And my resentment then...
Was kept at a minimum with it concealed within.

Thank You for opening my eyes,
Early in life.
And developing an appreciation,
For those lessons learned...
As I sacrificed.

Reminiscing the wealth of my experiences,
Grew I did.
Although I admit,
I was a spoiled kid.

And I felt deserving to be awarded,
The attention...
From those tasks assigned I passed.