Damn Good Man

Since I've ventured into the subject of great men, I wanted to post this poem written by one of the greatest men I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. My dad posted this on his blog exactly two months before he passed away. I haven't had the heart to delete his blog so you can view it there as well.

It's ok to ask questions,
It's better to demand answers.

It's ok to feel sorry for yourself,
It's better to release your emotions.

It's ok to complain,
It's better to compliment.

It's ok to accept hugs,
It's better to offer hugs.

It's ok to cry a little,
It's better to cry a lot (men, too).

It's ok to accept charity,
It's ok because people just want to help.

It's ok to talk about your illness,
It's ok to listen to advice.

It's ok to be angry,
It's better to be happy.

It's ok to have doubts,
It's better to have faith.

It's ok to have a bad hair day,
It's ok to be bald (women, too).

It's ok to pray,
It's ok to accept prayer.

"O Lord my God, I called to You
for help and You healed me."
Psalm 30:2