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Ain'T No Humble In a Hustlin Heart

Pride is a motivator, a stimulator of scarlet soul an accelerator to the next glorious goal generator of newcoming awakening cultivator out cunning the unkind cutting away all the doubts and flouts, leaving the babel and rabble behind, a slayer of beasts and witches, pulverizer of all that threatens my wishes, Pride is an educator, a teacher whom need not flatter or conspire to push passion higher, a preacher promisin that you can be better than you thought you were, transformer from the mediocre to a raw reformer makin my heart the perfect love performer romanticizer of the love battles that my Lady and I thunder reinforcer of our durable dreams, encourager for our beautiful hunger, Pride has weather, moving me to smile at the wind and bear the barbs of error, an innovator of my instincts, reflector of bleeding color It compells me to be a competitor, a finisher, and a star runner, my blessings won't bow to humble hoaxes my talent cannot tolerate the tamming of tragedies my courage will not cower with the false virtue of humble hypnotism ain't no way a honkeytonk humbler gonna wear away my sway, my faith will not stumble upon the stones of humble wastelands, I wasn't born to walk with humble eyes, I'm alive to thrive with a sacred strive, in pride I hear the voice of my Creator say, be great or die! J.A.B.

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Charmaine Chircop

Date: 9/30/2015 3:07:00 AM

To believe in yourself,your goals,your dreams is to succeed. Pride is a virtue as long as its not arrogant..yes indeed Im with you and understand your encouraging words here..Humbleness canbe a virtue too,but if its false pretence it leads only to fsilure.I love your wisdom hereJustin..I do believe you are humble enough to appreciate the other,and proud enough to succeed.Lovely : )

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/30/2015 7:36:00 PM

To have a successful heart is all that matters, we achieve this through faith and love...your view on this subject is well tempered and beautifully balanced my Lady Hawk...J.A.B.

Vicki Acquah

Date: 9/25/2015 3:02:00 AM

be great or die!

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/25/2015 1:12:00 PM

I don't plan on dying for a very long time Vicki. Gotta keep believin, being the best that I can be, bringin out the best in others as well, makin the world a better place one day at a time...keepin my heart creative, young in love, fightin just for fun...thats what the Almighty desires. Your avatar is spectacular Vicki...J.A.B.

Vicki Acquah
Date: 9/25/2015 3:05:00 AM

there is so much packed in / all the diff punches /Pride has weather, moving me to smile at the wind and bear the barbs of error, an innovator of my instincts, reflector of bleeding color It compells me to be a competitor, a finisher, and a star runner, my blessings won't bow to humble hoaxes my talent cannot tolerate the taming of tragedies / there are 3 poems in these few lines. You really give it up my friend- awesome still

Warren Dickman

Date: 9/24/2015 12:10:00 PM

Wow! Love it, Justin. This is really sump'n. When I saw your title I figured there's got to be a country song in there someplace. You didn't let me down. Now if I had the intelligence to figure out what-all it's saying I could get out my guitar and try singing it. Heavy, Man!

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/24/2015 1:27:00 PM

I felt country cool while composin this rugged poem Warren. My soul just had to say somethin in defense of healthy pride. I would love to hear Johnny Cash and June Carter, those two jumpin love birds sing this poem of mine somewhere where love and boldness meet in Heaven, may they play in peace. Thanks for the awesome encouragement Warren. J.A.B.

Skat A

Date: 9/22/2015 7:30:00 PM

Hi Justin, pride is a monster when abused and trampled on. I enjoy the way you hold every line with confidence. You end the poem with a powerful meaning. To see, to feel, the creator and the world we breathe. I truly compliment you on every line. The perfect love performer ---- beautiful hunger, WOW, you gave me a picture, that hustled my heart to do. I like pride and peace. All things need pride. I'm a prideful poet, selling words as often. Forever **SKAT**

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/22/2015 8:42:00 PM

In so many ways the virtue of Pride is about recognizing love, bringing it's fire into the world, defending and nurturing it within us Skat. A picture in the heart fades not Poetess. Your beautiful, durable soul deserves to be prideful, and has my admiration and love. Thank you for understanding me...J.A.B.

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/21/2015 1:40:00 AM

I'm so glad I got the chance to read this oustanding piece tonight:-)Alexis 7

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/21/2015 2:28:00 AM

Thank you so much Alexis...J.A.B.

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/21/2015 1:38:00 AM

Justine, this piece is so deep and well written. After reading your work the first thing I say is WOW. Your pen is so amazing.When the reader comes in contact with your work they have made contact with POETRY! There are so many deep lines in this write but the last stanza just leaped off the page "I wasn't born to walk with humble eyes,I'm alive to thrive with a sacred strive,in pride I hear the voice of my Creator say, be great or die!"

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/21/2015 2:26:00 AM

We are all living poems, to be great in love is the best poetry of all, and your comment makes my soul flutter with joy. You are a beautifully sensitive Poetess Alexis. Your poem "I'm A Lucky Girl" shows how love triumphs over sadness...J.A.B.

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 9/19/2015 2:48:00 PM

A stimulating style of great power this poem stirs in my heart, Justin."Pride has weather, moving me to smile at the wind and bear the barbs of error" I adore that metaphorical line-it swells in resilience and perception. Pride doesn't destroy- it motivates one to reach their full potential. "my faith will not stumble upon the stones of humble wastelands…" I love that you tie faith into your work alongside the pride that allows greatness and love performance to thrive.

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/19/2015 9:14:00 PM

I was so eager for your undaunted heart to reveal it's feelings and wisdom on this poem Laura, and you have pulsed righteously into my bloodstream tonight! You are the ultimate Poetess! Great love lives in the faith of our hearts, and in the results of our passion sweet Laura...J.A.B.

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 9/19/2015 2:48:00 PM

Yes, the humility you speak of, masked in virtue, can be hypnotic, sickening, often showered with hidden motives. Sincere meekness may gain you some respect from others, may silence the haughty soul. This humility challenges you, but your pride and self-worth abolishes it. On the other hand, hard work resulting in Pride opens up the gates of opportunity, self-discovery/recovery, success beyond our wildest dreams and expectations. The best result, perhaps, is great joy. This victorious poem with the voice of the Eternal makes me smile. Keep hustlin' brilliance! Always, Laura

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/19/2015 9:03:00 PM

Pride prompts the brave and industrious to eschew ulterior motives, to breath in the open star light of life's lessons and opportunities. There is a value to be learned from humbleness, humility, even meekness in our developmental years, which may stretch well into adulthood, enventually, we must decide to find pride in our growth, and to exert our talents of the heart Laura...J.A.B.

Emile Pinet

Date: 9/19/2015 10:11:00 AM

We are all slaves to our emotions and when we allow our feelings free reign we open ourselves to a world of possibilities. This poem goes deep within the human psyche and brings the essence of pride to the front of our perceptions. Emile.

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/19/2015 12:24:00 PM

Emotions are an enormous force to be reckoned with my friend, and the harmony between them and logic, along with love and intellect is an ongoing artwork of poetic living. I do not trust stoic individuals though, passion is what sustains the heart. I respect your philosophic mind Emile, and the quality thought you invest into comments on poets' works...J.A.B.

Kelly Deschler

Date: 9/18/2015 9:43:00 PM

Pride is a strange thing. It can lead us to our downfall or help us to achieve and be where we want to be in life... We need to walk with our pride like on a tightrope. Kept in balance and trying not to fall... Your words are inspirational in many ways, Justin. Another brilliant piece of writing and passionate expression, as only you can do!

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/19/2015 12:14:00 PM

That Pride is a virtue, and strength is an absolute truth, however, through indiscipline it may very well mutate into the awful vice of arrogance Kelly. It is vital that we recognize these fundamental distinctions. There is no downfall for a mature soul. Your wisdom is well received, and your encouragement be invaluable Kelly...J.A.B.

Afolabi Muideen

Date: 9/17/2015 7:14:00 PM

I'm in awe of your write Justin, you're such a genius poet. You are one of my favourite poet....love always......A.M.

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/18/2015 12:57:00 AM

You know how I feel about your cutting edge work Afolabi, there is something very unique and strong in your style, keep working hard, revering the spirit of the language and of the omnipresent inspiration that surrounds you. Your comments make me so proud, grateful, and motivated. Your love is strength to me...J.A.B.

Afolabi Muideen

Date: 9/17/2015 7:11:00 PM

Your eloquent write seduce me Justin. This is indeed a well and beautiful descriptive, I always though about pride in a Negative way, but I was proved wrong by your write. How you wave those metaphors from A-Z was extreme brilliant" transformer from the mediocre to a raw reformer makin my heart the perfect love performer" reflector of bleeding color It compells me to be a competitor," oh my! Am intrigue by your write. Excellence.......A.M.

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/18/2015 12:51:00 AM

What you feel is the seduction of your own soul, slowly heating to know it's awesome ability Afolabi. Sometimes the world waits not to knock 3 times on the door of our hearts to see if we have the gumption to achieve, and even exceed the goals of our passions...J.A.B.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 9/17/2015 1:58:00 PM

Simply...amazing, Justin. Much to ponder here...as always. I've never thought of pride in the positive sense....I sense of self worth is a good thing. Low self-esteem can only tear away at one's sanity. You write with Pride branded in fire....

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/17/2015 6:48:00 PM

You are so lovely Eileen, I admire the positive passion of your pride, it is attractive and intelligent, and has motivated you to become one of the greatest writers of all time. Without self respect, and prideful passion we become vulnerable targets for the wicked, and we risk failing our hearts along with the blessings of Providence...J.A.B.

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 9/16/2015 8:38:00 AM

Justin, if pride is being use not to harm or demean anyone, it is all humility... I like the last three lines, powerful!! And it's true among all creations we are created above all... Pride like freedom comes with responsibility and wisdom... Pride is not being boastful when you share the blessings you attained and dedicate it to God who is the source of everything.. Pride to attain progress also in times when we are challenged by situations..

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/16/2015 1:14:00 PM

The title does possess wonderful attitude and spirit, so happy it tickles you:) I use the word Hustlin in regards to workin hard. Indeed, SKAT and Linda are extraordinary women and Poetesses, as you are too Olive...J.A.B.

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/16/2015 1:08:00 PM

Yes Olive, progress is the purpose of well established pride. It was essential that I acknowlege the divine inspiration of the Grand Creator in my philosophy of Pride's inherent virtue, as the closing line articulates, I agree with you that our perseverance, ability, and achievements emanate from Providence...J.A.B.

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser
Date: 9/16/2015 8:44:00 AM

lastly, like the title creative.. :D!

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser
Date: 9/16/2015 8:43:00 AM

Another passionate write Justin but vocally and lyrically conjuring!!! Stay blessed and I am with how you describe pride here!! All the glory to God!~Olive Eloisa,,=`)

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser
Date: 9/16/2015 8:42:00 AM

I like how you presented the positive as well as the negative side of pride in which it all depends- individually. Poetically, I like always the way you cut your lines, makes me want to read more.. carrying intrigue and intensity but etched in between the lines is a message.. your metaphors are really great.. alliterations... You, Skat and Lollie Linda is my faves when using alliteration

Ettie Christian-Bowling

Date: 9/15/2015 9:32:00 PM

"Pride is an educator,A teacher whom need not flatter" Wow I could not agree with you more....Amazing Poem Justin Really enjoyed it Rated it a 7-Love Ettie

Justin Bordner
Date: 9/15/2015 10:32:00 PM

Pride is about truth, self respect, and diligence in our work, our lives. It instills a deep sense of admiration for others as well, those who inspire with their determination and with the wild beauty of their minds. Pride elevates us to achieve through the grace of Providence. I find great comfort in your appreciation of this wisdom, and in your loving support Ettie...J.A.B.