百花圃 / 2023 Creative Writing Award

JUNIOR TWO, FIRST PLACE / Poem

The Power of being Honest

Lim Li Ying (J2 Washington) 2022383

In a world full of masks and deceit. Where the truth hides and the good retreat. 

There lies a virtue so pure and true. Honesty is what we should pursue . 


Honesty wears no mask or disguise. Revealing all truth, dispelling all lies. 

It is a way to build trust and respect. To avoid any harm or neglect . 


With honesty, bridges are built. 

Friendships are made and love is true It's like a compass, pointing the way. 

An ethic we should obey. 


Let us have honesty in our hearts. 

And let it guide us in every part. 

Building trust with one another. ■