neophyte

those some that brag and boast
that claim expertise
that flash and sizzle
sputter out
and interest me not
those others that keep their
heads down
and plow ever onward
stolid and stern
achieving but not enjoying
offer up a grim pride
but can neither hold me
those too demanding
those that simper
those that snivel
those that whimper
no, no, no, no
no thank you, very much indeed
but those with whimsy
those who see the world
for what it is
and still can laugh
who know we are
all neophytes
ever young, ever learning
ever striving, ever yearning
give me those people
if you please
and we shall make a merry band
and sing the world
together