The best version of me
Sends people birthday wishes
The worst version of me
Forgot to do the dishes
The best version of me
Spends time amongst the trees
The worst version of me
Seems to always lose his keys
The best version of me
Is reliable and steady
The worst version of me
Never feels like he’s ready
The best version of me
Doesn’t fuss and isn’t picky
The worst version of me
Is somehow always sticky
The best version of me
Is a nice person to meet
The worst version of me
Has some really stinky feet
The best version of me
Can be trusted by his word
The worst version of me
Can be such a little turd
The best version of me
Has good clothing taste and style
The worst version of me
Leaves the laundry in a pile
The best version of me
Makes time to check on friends
The worst version of me
Is judgmental to no end
The best version of me
Makes other people happy
The worst version of me
Does things that feel crappy
The best version of me
Shows gratitude for his blessings
The worst version of me
Runs around always stressing
The best version of me
Watches squirrels brush their tails
The worst version of me
Only sees the times he fails
The best version of me
Doesn’t fear because he’s strong
The worst version of me
Won’t admit when he is wrong
The best version of me
Showed up early to the meeting
The worst version of me
Went the whole day without eating
The best version of me
Recycles and reduces
The worst version of me
Has too many excuses
The best version of me
Can build things out of wood
The worst version of me
Doesn’t think he’s any good
The best version of me
Can run far and super fast
The worst version of me
Still often comes in last
The best version of me
Mopped and swept and dusted
The worst version of me
Is dirty, bent, and busted
The best version of me
Is gregarious and witty
The worst version of me
Feels self-loathing and self-pity
The best version of me
Can sometimes still feel sad
But the worst version of me
Can see the good over the bad
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