Credo
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Respect is not given, its earned
Wisdom is in living, not learned
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Love is not simple, its deep
Promise is in words, we keep
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Heart is not about try, succeed
Want is but a wish, not need
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Pain is not forever, it fades
Forever is in friends, we made
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Hopes is not lost, it lasts
Time is in the now, just past
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Brother is in bond, not vein
Knowing is in heart, not brain
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Sad is not great weight, if shared
Charity is in people, who cared
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Life is not paved road, hold tight
Character is in choice, choose right
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commonsensiblyspeaking 
We have the choice- don’t ever forget
Thank you dear Beth!
“There is no try, only do.” – Yoda
Very wise & beautifully written! ❤
Thank you Kristian! May the force be with you!
Great words, wisdom and advise my friend. A lovely poem. All the best,
F.
Thank you brother Francisco!
You’re very welcome my brother!
Every stanza filled with truth and things that are important not to forget. Lovely work Brad. Sending you my love, Jonikens
Thank you Jonikins! You are always so kind. Sending you a whole new year to replace the old one!
Boy does that sound like an amazing gift!!!!! I accept my friend. Love ❤️ to you. Jonikins
Many words of wisdom, but the closing line is a knockout—character is in choice, choose right. Great job, Brad!
Thank you Pete! Hope you had a wonderful holiday!
great words of wisdom. Like Pete, I loved the closing line.
Thank you, Jim!