Can't is the word that is foe to ambition,  
  An enemy ambushed to shatter your will;  
  Its prey is forever the man with a mission  
  And bows but to courage and patience and skill.  
  Hate it, with hatred that's deep and undying,  
  For once it is welcomed 'twill break any man;  
  Whatever the goal you are seeking, keep trying  
  And answer this demon by saying: "I can."
Can't, stanza 4, p. 54. - A Heap o' Livin' (1916)























