One of Dr Carver's Favourite Poems - The 'I Can' Man

Earlier today a discussion took place about men in this world. This followed on after the message given this morning, in a flow of dialogue.

One of the most important points raised, if a man does not realize he is worthy, he might make choices in life that hinder personal growth.

A man who is stunted and feels unfulfilled might give up at the first hurdle. He might have inner doubts, he might be stunted to grow and progress.

Dialogue included relationship dynamic - relationship diversity, compatibility, values, purpose, choices, trust and crushing people with control.

This evening I called to my elderly neighbor friend. Suddenly she got up and returned with a poem. It is a favorite she reads often.

As the paper is written so I will quote in context.

One of Dr. Carver's Favorite Poems

Figure it out for yourself my lad,
   You've all that the greatest of men have had
Two arms, two hands, two legs, two eyes
   And a brain to use if you would be wise
With this equipment they all began
   So start from the top and say "I can"

Look them over, the wise and the great
   They take their food from the common plate
And similar knives and forks they use
  And similar laces they tie their shoes
The world considers them great and smart
   But you've all they had when they made their start.

You can triumph and come to skill
   You can be great if only you will
You're well equipped for what fight you choose
   You have arms and legs and a brain to use
And the man who has rises great deeds do
   Began his life with no more than you.

You are the handicap you must face
   You are the one who must choose your place
You must say where you want to go.
   How much you will study the truth to know
God has equipped you for life but He
   Let you decide what you want to be.

Courage must come from the soul within
   The man must furnish the will to win.
So figure it out for yourself my lad
   You were born with all that the great have had;
With your equipment they all began
   Get hold of yourself and say "I Can"

Anon

I believe everyone has their own unique talents and purpose. Some people have ideas and others might be practically implementing skills. Creative expression is revealing and the soul message is one to be listened to. 

Sometimes practical advice man to man, can be progressive and encouraging. If  man has known limitations and discovered the break of the barrier of limitation, he can be an inspirational light to inspire other people. 

If success is just about making money, there might be the discovery of loneliness and poverty of the soul. Every man who is stagnant did not find his purpose; and every man who doubts his ability might seek a life of safety.

Everyone has been born for a reason and purpose. Everyone is given free will to choose. Self discovery means self realization. 

A man might make a pile of cash and many numbers in his bank account but unless he is fulfilled, he might always feel restless inside. Sometimes obstacles in life are  actually the greatest stepping stones to be and achieve.

If we can endure difficulty and opposition, we might feel it but not giving up, every step taken forward, will eventually reach to a destination. 

And if personal plans get messed up; with reason life brought everything to a stand still - starting over again can be new choices and renewed affirmation.

If we give up...we can stagnate. If we are stunted in life, we can still progress in some way. God will show your hidden talents and purpose.

Not every success is about money and gain!

Peace with you
Pauline Maria