John Posey Poet Rhyme

A Look At Myself

I never really thought about it –
What is there in me?
When I walk boldly down the street
what do other people see?

My hair is full of silver
though it may seem gray to some.
My eyes are brown and sparkle
like the best is always yet to come.

I try to always smile and greet
those I know when e’er we meet.
And if I can, I always hug
and let them know it is a treat.

My walk does not display now
what once was a proud swagger.
Age has brought me down a bit
to where I sometimes stagger.

In retirement I developed
whiskers on my chin
They really added character to
the look of this old has-been,

So if you were to ask me
what there is in me to see.
I would refer you to my Lord above.
What He sees is all that matters to me.

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Colleen Bono June 23, 2013 at 5:35 PM you are perfect the way you are.you are to kind.:)Love Colleen John Posey June 23, 2013 at 6:26 PM Thanks, dear friend. I appreciate your comments and send my love and respect.... Jake

Timothy Hicks March 11, 2013 at 10:07 AM You should listen to that song on Prince of Egypt called "Through Heaven's Eyes"... that last two lines reminded me very much of it! It's important to know what really matters in terms of appearances and not let others get you down. Second stanza was my favorite... a really nice image of optimism! Life is too short not to be happy methinks :) John Posey March 11, 2013 at 6:09 PM This is one I wrote from the brighter side.... Look for "Reflection" to see one form a darker side.... Thanks for the visit.... Jake

Gwen Benita Mason Gibbs November 12, 2012 at 7:30 AM So true, it's really only what God thinks and sees in you, and you know he loves you and has to be oh so proud of you.

Fisayo Aderounmu November 7, 2012 at 3:52 AM A wonderful piece. Cheers. John Posey November 7, 2012 at 6:04 AM Thank You

Anne-Lise Andresen November 7, 2012 at 3:50 AM It is easier to describe other than themselves. - Say, 10 positive and 10 negative aspects about yourself .... hard. - A very good poem John. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :) John Posey November 7, 2012 at 6:05 AM Thanks Anne