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In Search of Manhood-Animus

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To be a man in a world of false men And keep honor as a good Sherpa guide To not lose dignity in the lion's den And stay ever humble before such pride To know that character, is coin of the realm And duty to cause is the cloth we wear As we steer our hearts with truth at the helm Protect the lives of those in need of care To be a child in the world of children And teach wisdom learned without demanding Accept those in need as they wander in And claim no reason beyond understanding To give up childish things, to have foresight Truth, honor, character should be your quest Know worlds further than your line of sight To become a man before one's death contest Animus-Anima Part II-Animus 5/30/16

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Date: 6/5/2016 9:26:00 AM
I really enjoyed your content, rhyme and form. An impressive poem with truths so well written. CayCay
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Date: 6/2/2016 8:41:00 PM
wow, I listened to it this time. I don't believe I did that the last time . EIther I was in my usual rush or you had not recorded it yet?? The way you read it, you sounded like such a GOOD and wise man!!!
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Date: 6/2/2016 2:40:00 AM
Wonderful poem and enjoyed hearing you read it. Will be a real winner because of the values you cite. SuZ
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Date: 5/31/2016 3:36:00 PM
wow, I LOVE how you did this , Frederick. Fantastic work.
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Date: 5/31/2016 3:36:00 PM
sorry i always want to put that K on end of your name.
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Date: 5/31/2016 3:22:00 AM
the courage of the animus spirit shines, frederick.. love how you read this aloud!..huggs
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Date: 5/30/2016 10:30:00 AM
Excellent poem. Good luck in the contest. This is a seven and should be hard to beat.
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