Sonnet: In Self-Praise

I’ll fight like a lion and take the bull; I’m no coward that preys upon a kid! An Autodidact can’t make his life dull; I do what just my conscience me does bid. I never yearn for easy wealth or name; If people ignore me, I them ignore; I never walk the easy road to fame; If not this, God opens a newer door! Nothing on earth can prevent my ascent; With God as Friend, why should I be afraid? My nose can diagnose any subtle scent; I am at ease although, a bit ill-paid. Use me to improve mankind God, I ask; But never let my heart break like a flask!