I Do Not Choose To Be Common
It is my right to be uncommon - if I can.
I seek opportunity - not security.
I want to take the calculated risk;
to dream and to build, to fail and to succeed.
I refuse to barter incentive for a dole.
I prefer the challenges of life to the guaranteed existence;
the thrill of fullfillment to the stale calm of utopia.
I will not trade freedom for deneficence
nor my dignity for a handout.
I will never cower before any master
nor bend to any threat.
It is my heritage to stand erect, proud, and unafraid;
to think and act for myself,
enjoy the benefit of my creations
and to face the world and boldly say,
"This I have done."
