Civilized

The degree to which you successfully govern yourself and your circumstance determines your dignity and what honors are requisite to it.

I have resisted the idea
That an orderly environment is needed
For successful self-government.
Most days, it seemed enough simply to survive.

For some months now,
I have been gradually ordering my environment.

New clothes for the boys, for myself.
Gradual recording of all books, why I like them.

A complete overview of the kitchen:
The standard items,
The unusual; the cookbooks and devices.

I am not done yet.

But I looked out my bedroom door today
And saw nothing on the counter. It surprised me.

I am working towards personal good governance.