I am not a poet,
I am a realist.
I am not an idealist,
I am a Republican.
Living for something great,
Not because it is hip,
Not because it is ideal,
But, because it is right and because it is real.
Wanting to give of yourself to it, without expecting anything in return.
Knowing you could fail;
Living with that you tried.
Believing the results have the potential to outweigh the effort; then taking that chance.