MY CREED

I would be true,

          For there are those who trust me;

I would be true,

          For there are those who care,

I would be strong

          For there is much to suffer;

I would be brave,

          For there is much to dare;

I would be friend,

          To all…the free…the friendless;

I would be giving,

          And forget the gift;

I would be humble,

          For I know my weakness;

I would look up…

          And laugh and lift.