Our Greatest Wealth
Author Unknown



We are born with two eyes in front because we must
not always look behind, but see what lies ahead
beyond ourselves.


We are born to have two ears-one left, one right so
we can hear both sides, collect both the compliments and criticisms,
to see which are right.


We are born with a brain concealed in a skull then
no matter how poor we are, we are still rich, for no one
can steal what our brain contains, packing in more
jewels and rings than you can think.


We are born with two eyes, two ears, but one mouth
for the mouth is a sharp weapon, it can hurt, flirt,
and kill. Remember our motto: talk less, listen
and see more.


We are born with only one heart, deep in our ribs
it reminds us to appreciate and give love from
deep within.









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