Standards I Value

How can I recognize times have changed, And so have I? I had been the kind of person that thought, Being of service to my fellowmen... Was a duty and a deed I was here on Earth to do. I would have cleaned some people's toilets, If I was asked to. I make clear now those choices, From which I choose. Today, If some of those same people... Were to invite me to a dinner party as their main guest, To sit at the head of the table. I would not accept. Not because I didn't care for them as people, Which just might be the case. I wouldn't accept because of the menu. OR if I did not personally know the chef. Since I have acquired my own satisfying taste. How can I recognize times have changed, And so have I? I had been the kind of person that thought, Being of service to my fellowmen... Was a duty and a deed I was here on Earth to do. I would have cleaned some people's toilets, If I was asked to. And I 'still' might consider such a task. Depending upon who it is that may ask. But, As my own preference would have it... I'd rather take a city bus. Than to be chauffeured around in a limousine. And... So glad I am, To have remained to keep my own standards I value... Available and within my grasp. And not think myself out of touch or reach, From the people I most adore and respect. Or think I am above those lessons I learn to keep. And from them whom to me I receive realities... I do not have to solicit, Since they frequently on a daily basis teach. And for FREE? I can not beat that. These are standards I value. To keep me focused and my mind intact.