Be a Man

Man: an adult human male.

I want to be a man. A real, successful man. A good man. Not a man defined by his body, his salary or clothes, but by who he is - something independent from those temporary conditions.

This elusive character which I'm striving to become can be seen in a sad few. Here is what I know about him:
This man is working hard to be a team player, one who can take the lead without taking over. He is not domineering or demanding, but calm and strong. He doesn't command, but he is followed. He trusts and is trusted. He genuinely loves, not by passive observation but by words and deeds. He isn't controlled by passion or attraction, but by his resolve to be good.

He works well not because he is enjoying it, but because he enjoys doing his best. He saves and spends well in order to provide for those he loves. He listens and cares. He sees himself as more than the breadwinner, but the provider of strength, faith, and love.

He protects the innocent, willing to jump between those he loves and threats, regardless of his size and skill. He not only defends from the physical, but the mental and spiritual as well.

Yes my friends, I want to be a man.

But for now I'm just boy on a journey towards manhood.

are we there yet? 


- Ogden