So often things of

value are hidden

Like the rose nestled

in the thorns

Or the gem hidden

in the rock.

Or the pearl within

the oyster.

Yet there are those

who shout their wares

Extolling the excellence

of their product.

It looks good but

something is wrong.

things of value 

whisper-they

never shout.

And so it is with

a man of wisdom.

He comes so rarely

that we must

Hold on for dear life

when we find one