the strength of a man

(Author Unknown)

The strength of a man isn't seen in the width of his shoulders.
----It's seen in the width of his arms that circle you.

The strength of a man isn't in the deep tone of his voice.
----It's in the gentle words he whispers.

The strength of a man isn't how many buddies he has.
----It's how good a buddy he is with his kids.

The strength of a man isn't in how respected he is at work.
----It's in how respected he is at home.

The strength of a man isn't in how hard he hits.
----It's in how tender he touches.

The strength of a man isn't in the hair on his chest.
----It's in his heart...that lies within his chest.

The strength of a man isn't how many women he`s loved.
----It's in how he can be true to one woman.

The strength of a man isn't in the weight he can lift.
----It's in the burdens he can carry.