When your friends accomplish great things
that is your challenge
to then do great things in return.
They have thrown the gauntlet down
for you to reach their heights
not in duplication
but as aspiration.

When your friends do the big works
it is your opportunity
to return the favor
and get off your ass
and do something big as well.
You can do it
if you’re not threatened.
You can do it
since they have led the way.

Just gulp some fresh air
roll up the sleeves
pull on the big girl pants
(whatever you identify as, the big girl pants should fit)
and get to work
on accomplishing something great.

All right, kids?
Consider this piece
the gauntlet thrown.