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Honor Only That Which is Left

February 20, 2013
By GraphicWriter DIAMOND, Yuba City, California
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You should shake with pride
What you do with freedom
With laughter and love.

You should argue with vigor
What you do with flaw
With anger and potency.

You should cry with passion
What you do with calm
With joy and serenity.

You should play with youth
What you do with maturity
With strength and swiftness.

You should love with care
What you do with force
With mirth and woe.

You should fight with integrity
What you do with corruption
With truth and value.

© Elizabeth E., Elmhurst , NY

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Contrast and comparison play key parts in this work.
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