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There are no lessons in the triumph of the perfect and, therefore, little to be admired. To battle defects and free oneself from their crippling holds is the best measure of the mettle of a champion.

To fly strong with broken wings, To wax eloquent with but a pinch of words, To race into hearts and history with one leg less— These make the truest tales of perfection, The highest perfection under Heaven: To strip defect of effect. Be not tarried by the sight, sound, or feel of a flaw: No! Truest perfection never lay in the absence of defects But in their impotence when we will them down from hurdle to puddle As we hop and drop till goal we reach.

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Date: 4/20/2025 4:52:00 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
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Date: 12/25/2024 7:34:00 AM
This poem should be performed at charity events for neurodivergent and disabled folks. Very heart-warming.
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Date: 12/24/2024 10:50:00 PM
wow!very beautifully penned.Thank you so much sharing .Have a great day!
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