MAN

What makes a man, a man?

He who has built himself brick by brick.

A shack turned into a house.

A castle never completed.

He forges himself with each hammer swing.

Adjusting and changing angle.

He sees his strengths for they are many.

He acknowledges his faults till they are few.

Confidence gained through work though others underestimate.

Every scar a lesson earned.

Each imperfection a tip of a hat to youth, a reminder of growth.

Regrets, none.

Better for each misstep.

Every failure a testament to his current state.

Youth, a narcissistic battle internal.

Manhood, a shedding of selfishness.

A realization of responsibility to the world. To himself.

Recognizing his duality: Just a cog in the machine. Essential to the whole with no equal.

Self replaced with service. Ego replaced with love.

By Bryan Evans (3/16/23)