Tools of Trade

I often find myself checking the

spelling of words (breadcrumbs,

for instance) and expect the

internet to pass a verdict - is it

one word or does it come in two?

Each time, I wonder why I feel

this urge to demonstrate command

of supposedly correct conventions;

is it respect for the customer or

do I merely try to credit myself?

Is it necessary to show that I

meet standards so language can

simply have a good time, or is it

to convince that I can be trusted

doing poetic business with?