Too Low to Serve

You have to jump to even reach the lowest rung on the ladder

My only desire is to serve,
But not even that will you give.
Just to be of use to others,
Is how I would be content to live.

I'm not above begging,
For an opportunity to contribute.
I may be inept.
I may be mute.

But I can still be useful.
All I need is the chance.
Self-loathing is my shield,
And devotion my lance.

Perhaps unequal to your volume,
But I can still add to the sphere,
Of human wisdom and culture,
So I won't disappear.

With a collar of idleness,
And guilt binding my wrists,
My efforts are hindered,
No matter how much my mind insists.

We'd all like to believe in our potential,
Of being workers most fervent.
But have you ever tasted the humiliation,
Of being branded not good enough to be a servant?

Reviews

[GYPSYLEAH]

I love this. Very well written - Speaks volumes of our inability to accept others who are different, often in the simplest way. Many would love to help, contribute if allowed and accepted, yet we turn our heads, close our eyes and ignore them. Thanks for sharing your gift.