A Good Man

A good man,

tells the truth,

even if it makes him look bad.

A good man,

knows that treating people the way he wants to be treated,

is the only way to go.

A good man,

Protects,

Provides,

and cares for those he loves.

A good man,

Does not cheat on his wife,

or his girlfriend,

even when the opportunity is right in front of him.

A good man,

does not use women,

or abuse women,

or treat them as objects to be traded and misused.

A good man,

does not take advantage of people he oversees.

He is careful to use the words “I love you,” very prudently.

knowing that love is not just a feeling,

but a choice,

that requires sacrifice.

A good man is careful to fulfill all his obligations.

A good man is careful not to burn bridges,

Someday he may need to cross them.

A good man,

Is trustworthy,

and noble.

He uses his words wisely.

He thinks of others,

not just himself.

A good man,

goes after what he desires in life,

even if he’s scared.

A good man,

Does not allow his ego,

or his attractions to dictate his life.

He honors and values every person.

A good man,

listens,

observes,

and seeks a challenge in every area of his life.

He seeks to grow,

and grow others as well.

A good man,

knows how to be a friend,

as well as a lover.

A good man,

does not hide,

but confronts life head on,

picking his battles wisely.

He allows wisdom to guide his steps.

A good man,

does not let the sun go down on his anger.

A good man honors God,

and upholds the highest of integrity.

Unfortunately, a good man is hard to find,

However, there are quite a few of them hanging around,

Who daily continue to inspire, challenge and enlarge the lives of everyone they meet....

Written by Erin Lamb

28 October 2005