"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself."
Good quote, one of my favorites. I'd like to add to it with the phrase, "The only thing we have to be ashamed of is the shame we have." I feel the same rule applies to both these complex emotions, these feelings. If I felt any shame, I would be ashamed if I was not a brony.
I know that putting a label like brony on something doesn't make everything true, it doesn't magically put everything into perspective. But this is a label I want, I chose, I wear proudly. Not because I want to know pride but because I want to know courage. Sometimes, I wonder though... am I good enough to be a brony? Am I truly worthy to join the ranks of such... geniuses? Such open-minded individuals, artists unmatched by any in our generation. Am I worthy of becoming part of something that's part renaissance, part revolution? Not all bronies are like this obviously. But enough are. Am I one of them though?
I read way too much into this don't I? But being a brony means different things to different people. And being a revolutionary pony artist, a person that strives to be acceptant and understanding is what it means to me. Am I worthy of such an honor? And yes, I believe it is an honor to be called brony. If I'm not, then that's only a goal for me to strive for. I will continue undaunted, relentlessly marching until I join the ranks of the few. The proud. The bronies.
Now I ask you the question that I'm afraid to ask myself... but still asked. Do you have what it takes? Are your contributions to this amazing community good enough? If they are or aren't, what are they and why? What are your thoughts on 'being worthy'? Is being a brony a privelage to you? Are you good enough to be a brony?