We have writing friends, craft books, conferences and webinars to take our weaknesses and make them our strengths. Accept the help. Don’t flounder hidden at home. — Tammy Karasek
Questions are powerful. They open doors, spark dialogue, and invite growth. But not all questions are created equal. Some arise from curiosity and the desire to learn, while others are tossed out like fishing lines, hoping someone else will do the heavy lifting.
In a world full of noise, it’s easy to fall into the trap of asking without listening, questioning without intention, or leaning on others to think for us. True learning begins when a question comes from humility and hunger—not from convenience or laziness.
This short poem is a playful but pointed reminder that wisdom isn’t free for those unwilling to seek it. If you’ve ever felt the tension between wanting to help and being expected to carry someone else’s intellectual load, you’ll appreciate the tone—and the truth—behind this piece.
Ask Me a Question
There’s a question worth asking, a question well placed,
When it springs from a hunger for wisdom and grace.
But beware of the kind that’s lazy or sly—
The kind where you ask, but you don’t even try.
I love a good question—don’t get me wrong.
I answer them gladly, all the day long.
But if you want me to think while you sit and sip tea,
Well … you’ll need to start paying my hourly fee.
So ask when you’re seeking and ready to grow,
And I’ll walk beside you through what you don’t know.
But if you’re just hoping I’ll carry your load,
I’ll kindly point you toward the end of the road.
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