that is a man

What impresses me most is not the man who is fearless,

(for I know none)

but the one who rises first

to step up, to step out, to lead,

to protect, to lay on hands,

despite his fears.

What impresses me most is not the man who feigns no insecurity

(for I know none)

but the man who is vulnerable in his admittance

his weakness, his openness

for that is real strength.

the one who is humble,

yet steps out

the one who is gentle,

yet fierce

the one who is only honest

the one who only Pursues

the one who is only full of character

the one who stands in front of her,

defending, absorbing the blows

and behind her

sustaining, catching fears

that one-

that is a man.

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