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Courage

It takes courage

to be yourself

to be different

in the face of

Intolerance

and despite

Prejudice

It takes courage

to drop your defenses

to take off your mask

held back by

Fright

or led by

Compliance

It takes courage

to open up

to let someone in

afraid to get

Hurt

or retained by

Pride

Be brave

a little

every day

Have the courage to

Be you!

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Published: Jan 17, 2010
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