Expectations

“You’re capable of so much more,”
Is something often said.
Though it might mean a compliment,
It’s oft received with dread.

For it implies that you are not
Producing all you could.
If you’d put some more effort in
You would be more than good.

You might be great or wonderful,
Perhaps inspire awe;
Imagine all the accolades,
The crowds that you could draw.

But now, alas, you’re just okay.
Of course, we still feel proud;
But just try harder, and I’m sure
The world would just be wowed!