From “The Poems of John H.Watson”
Reprinted By M. Vernet
The Missing Years 1883 – 1886
Fair and Right
This incredible world holds many things.
Wondrous awe it daily brings.
On this ancient stage where life lifts the curtain.
Nothing is fair and that is for certain.
Young people die in old people’s wars.
Lovers are parted by slamming doors.
The poor slave in the rich’s homes.
Heartbreaking words fill every poem.
The world may not ever be fair,
But take a bit of solace here.
If you do what is right rewarded you’ll be.
Seek to do right and despair will flee.
Do good and be right to all you know,
Life will goodness your way throw.
Reap the benefits of a steady mind.
To all in the world be equally kind.
Fairness will never be found if sought.
Righteous anger should never be wrought.
To look for fairness is utterly fruitless.
Be right in your actions never the less.
amongyourbeesandyourbooks 