Second best.

Patience, love, acceptance,
Is what genders trust.
You will not gain the love,
If you don’t think they’re a must.
I reap my rewards,
From the hours I’ve invested.
You would reap the same,
And you would not then feel bested,
If you chose humility and patience,
Gratefulness and care.
We must always come a second best,
That’s how they know we care.