Honest To A Point

I never told a lie to deceive Or to ever falsely believe, But, once to soften and to relieve Then I cried. I never told a lie to hate Or to change mine or another's fate, Or to remove a weight I always have my honor and pride. I never told a lie to cheat Or to ever mistreat, Or to even cause a minute defeat Truth is on my side. I never told a lie to use Or other's feelings to trick and abuse, Truth and respect I would always choose As my words so implied. I never told a lie to steal Or to change how others should feel, I am honest, truthful and real My conscience is my guide. I never told a lie to benefit me Or just wanting to set my soul free, But, I spoke one once to say, "healthy is she" Then (she) my mom died. Randy L. McClave