Arete …

Today’s word is “arete” … the aggregate of qualities, as valor and virtue, making up good character. (Dictionary.com)

Work

We would hope that somewhere,

Arete would express,

Shining bright above the average,

And everyone impress.

For the few that do possess it,

Success should be a breeze,

Passing sloth-like creatures,

With extraordinary ease.

But it is rare to find this,

In places high or low,

It is a gift and promise,

Far above the status-quo.

Anne Selleck

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