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With unsteady tread he made his way. Minding every step, he learned Caution. When they pointed and called abusive names he turned away, and learned Pain. When verbal abuse brought no response they pushed him and he would fall, learning Fear. To rise again he crawled to a tree, and learned Humility. Avoiding sneers and taunts he waited 'till they left. He learned Patience. A teacher showed the way to knowledge. He found Power. Friends drove away torments and tears, and taught him Love. Marvin Giles @>--->---- [log in to unmask]