#A_pride_swells_within.

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As I turn to look at the path I have traversed,

A pride swells within. 

Nowhere and with no one,

Even during tough moments,

have I lowered my self esteem.

I have been betrayed,

and shamed by thankless trusted ones.

Great heights I may have clambered kneeling,

but Bharathi's bold words kept my head high.

I would never have forgiven myself 

had I stooped to conquer.

Adamance, determination  self respect-

 I have lived to my satisfaction May nature bless me with peace hereafter.

-K S Radhakrishnan

#ksrpost.

18.2.2020.