To remind myself
of what’s in it for me
I don’t use
management teachings
that say I want
the customer to return.

I do but
a better indicator
of a return visit
helps me
more immediately.

I take care of each table
with action and attitude
that says
all but out loud,

Please
Leave
A
Nice
Tip

©2009 Shari Lynne Smothers

Prompt: Write a poem about growth in any form. This is my poem for Day 7 of the 2009 November PAD Chapbook Challenge.