A Young Mans Dream

A killer with a bat, he knocks it
         out of the park!
         Whilst other boys sit home.
         He’s under bright lights in the dark.

         So goal-driven, is he!
         With a room full of trophies and
         team memories.

         I know all the hard work that brought
         him here.
         Both losses and wins, now bring
         others, to their feet and cheer!

         He’s a picture of a heart brimming
         with determination.
         Quitters and excuses, just don’t
         cut it, in this American nation!

                       ……………………………

         Dedication to Edward, my grandson!
      Tall, witty, well-educated and  then some!


                         10/23/2021
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Edmonds  Avatar
October 24, 2021 at 3:30 PM
You must be so proud of your grandson Pangie, May all of his dreams and ambitions come true… Belle
Romios Avatar
October 24, 2021 at 6:29 PM
Belle, He is sweet, funny, accomplished, caring and has much to give to th is. W orld, have been under the weather. Allogjes to all for nit commenting today Pangie. 10/24,,6:26
Wolf Avatar
October 23, 2021 at 8:22 PM
May Edward continue to blossom as a ballplayer and as a great person... And may you enjoy every minute of his development! Bravo, Gershon
Romios Avatar
October 24, 2021 at 6:26 PM
I am always a shine with pride in all he does)))) So are his parents! His humor is terrific.. Pangie 19/24 6:3p m
DiMino Avatar
October 23, 2021 at 5:45 PM
Well, to be good at sports requires a will that surpasses determination. A lot of physical pain involved. To be good at anything...poetry for instance...one needs to pour-out his heart and soul, get use to undressing in public...yet, then one has only begun. Our trophies are exhibited by the spirit of earth, pleasing to God and His heaven when beautiful and uplifting. Sounds like I had better get that autographed baseball now from Edward -- or be forced latter to stand in line. Love baseball.
Romios Avatar
October 24, 2021 at 6:38 PM
Iam with you Prince! Our hearts must be in things... Getting a ball early.. a great idea. Re.poetry. Love your idea..the heart in a poem! We might lose electric soon. Ouch.huge rain storms Pangie 10/24,,6:45 pm
Goldsmith Avatar
October 23, 2021 at 2:18 PM
What a wonderful story/write to Edward your grandson. I would frame it and give it to him for Christmas. (Sign It) Have a blessed autumn day writing away...............
Romios Avatar
October 24, 2021 at 6:23 PM
Love your idea, Paula. And a sweet comment. BTW.., Ca is having flooded streets and electrical outages...ouch. We need the rain! Pangie
Cunningham Avatar
October 23, 2021 at 12:44 PM
A lovely tribute to Eddie, he'll love this one. Tom
Romios Avatar
October 24, 2021 at 6:20 PM
Ah, you know my family , well, TOM.. YOU MAKE ME SMILE )))) Pangie. 10/24. 6:15 pm
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