Cruising and boozing

We went cruising

It was mostly boozing

In-between oversize meals

We forgot how abstinence feels

Its just one big floating party

With people dressed so smartly

Headphones for silent disco dancing

Alcoholic fueled inhibitions lost prancing

Followed by top deck late night clubbing

Middle aged awkward toe stubbing

Next morning was remarkably quiet

In contrast to last night’s riot

Most folks slept late in their beds

Waking up with very sore heads

Faded memories and partying amnesia

Embarrassingly rediscovered on social media

A guide to being honorable in the chaos of today’s world

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Have a strong sense of values

stand up for what is right and clearly identify when something is wrong

be authentic and lead by example

don’t get involved in unscrupulous activities

Help other people

if you feel safe, stop for those in need at the side of the road, don’t wait to be asked

be compassionate to those who ask for help

volunteer for a cause 

be a good listener

be charitable

don’t expect something in return

Keep your promises

always deliver and do it well

Earn it

work hard for your paycheck

don’t expect to get something for free

be respectful to others at ALL times 

Be honest

always tell the truth when asked

be tactful when the truth will hurt others

Be a mentor

show others the right path to take

be available to answer their questions

    give encouragement when due

Nobody is perfect

try to improve on your own flaws 

don’t always point the finger at everybody else’s flaws

Do not humiliate others

resist the temptation to mock those who are embarrassed

Be a good loser

shake hands with the person who beats you at sport, in a sale or a competition

be sincere in your congratulations