“Sacrifice” is a sacred term, uttered with reverence
Conjuring images of stoicism and suffering intense
In which one human gives up something of value profound
To benefit other(s), without boasting around..
Ah what an altruistic ideal to aspire to!
“Sacrifice” is the epitome of virtue
For our families, all of us to some extent compromise
That gets elevated to the throne of sacrifice
The word is thrown around for emotional blackmail
“I sacrificed for you, now do as I say” never seems to fail
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What can truly be called sacrifice
Exacts from the sacrificer a very high price
For our loved ones the compromises we make
Are usually quite minor, not much is at stake
Calling them sacrifices denigrates the word
When nothing earth-shattering has occurred
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Life calls for compromises often, I agree
But sacrifice is rarely necessary
I have made adjustments in life, admittedly
Without sacrificing what is truly important to me
Passion...unbridled 