Equating achievement
with money is an
insult to achievement.
Those who achieve
may manifest more money,
but it’s not why they achieve.
To strive to achieve
for the sake of money
is a perversion of values.
To strive to succeed
for the sake of personal gain
is to miss the benevolent grace
of one’s divine-given abilities.
The gift of patience.
The gift of devotion.
Gratitude and appreciation.
We are simply
servants of achievement.
Not owners.
Trail Wood,
8/30
Linking accomplishment
solely to wealth is
a disrespect to accomplishment.
Those who reach great heights
may amass wealth as a result,
yet wealth isn’t their motivation.
To pursue achievement
for the pursuit of riches
twists the essence of purpose.
To strive for success
for personal gain alone
neglects the sacred beauty
of inherent talents bestowed.
The treasures of patience.
The devotion that thrives.
Gratitude and recognition.
We are but humble vessels
of achievement’s grace.
Not its proprietors.
Trail Wood,
8/30/2020