Poem - 02 October 2021, 16:03

All That Glitters

My achievements are but a few,
Had a competitive spirit; is true!
Always wanted a trophy; for sure!
Baseball championship; being the lure!

The team I was on; never seemed to win!
I was discouraged! could this be a sin?
Focused on my childhood game of pool,
Always excelling; seemed to be the rule.

Won many trophies, secured some money!
This seemed the game to bring in the honey!
My collection quest; grew to gaudy scenes!
However, this was always in my dreams!

The trophies; plastic gold; never to rust,
Now all they're good for; is collecting dust!

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Marion02 October 2021, 16:59

Ah...Collecting dust?? I'm sensing a disappointment Jim lol. Sometimes though I think we review how much energy we put into something... how important it seemed at the time only to realise it wasn't that important at all. I bet you've got some cracking memories though...hugs x

Jim "The Lad" ....02 October 2021, 17:11

thanks Marion! and yes those memories are cherished!

Jim "The Lad" ....03 October 2021, 01:21

thank you GREG! Bunches!

Syd03 October 2021, 01:49

Nice write Jim,
This poem reminds me of my father who had many trophies from competing in darts tournaments in the 80's.

Take care - Syd

Jim "The Lad" ....03 October 2021, 07:36

thanks for reminiscing with me Syd!

Gwendoline03 October 2021, 04:19

All that glitters, not gold. You have shined brightly Jim and left a sparkling set of memories to share and cherish with those you love. A true gift to leave. How wonderful to learn of your many talents. A good write
Gwen x

Jim "The Lad" ....03 October 2021, 07:37

thanks for stopping by and your support Gwen!