Foundations of buildings (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
The foundation of thought
Needs be sturdy and strong
In vagaries not caught
Only rational belong
We should be precise
Our logic so clear
Our intellect ice
This crisp time of year
Our arguments right
Our materials sound
There’s no better sight
Than standing one’s ground
Our foundation’s belief
Is supported by acts
We avoid petty grief
By rational acts
© Helen Valentina 2013, All Rights Reserved
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Nicely written
Thank you!! 🙂 🙂
Standing your ground, I think is so important as both parties know where the other stands, once known and understood, then you can begin to negotiate . Well said Helen.
Thank you!! 🙂 🙂