Gershon Wolf Poet Rhyme

As He Lay Dying

As he lay dying, slowly wasting away 
   He reviewed his life with ever-increasing dismay
Had he ever thanked his folks for their efforts on his behalf?
   He knew he hadn't --- a monumental gaffe

Had he professed his love to his wife each and every day?
   Had he listened intently to every word she had to say?
Had he always treated her with the respect she'd deserved?
   Or had he criticized her sharply for being shy and reserved?

Had he treasured the time he got to spend with his kids?
   Had he checked himself when he was ready to blow his lid?
Had he loved his children selflessly and unconditionally?
   Or had he demanded that they do things perfectly? 

Every tick of the clock is precious, the poets and Sages say
   Live each moment to its fullest --- before the last one slips away!


Entry in "How Precious Life Is" contest
        Sponsor:  Line Gauthier

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L. J. Carber October 19, 2018 at 11:00 AM Congrats Gershon,on your win-- can easily relate to the bundle of regrets one can accumulate.... Gershon Wolf October 19, 2018 at 2:53 PM Let's 'bundle' those regrets into a subterranean loan -- kind of like a subprime loan, I guess. O.K., let's not, and say we did! Thank you for your encouragement, L.J. ~ Gershon

Michelle Faulkner October 17, 2018 at 1:13 PM Congratulations on your win with your fine poem, Gershon! Gershon Wolf October 17, 2018 at 10:16 PM Thank you for reading it, Michelle! :) gw

Bartholomew Williams October 17, 2018 at 8:45 AM Thank you, Gershon, for your well-written words of wisdom in your winning piece. I love your message! Much of the joy we find in life is about gratitude - to others for their role in our lives, for the blessings and talents we have, and for life itself (every single day of which is truly a gift). Well done!! All my very best to you & yours! :) Bartholomew Gershon Wolf October 17, 2018 at 10:26 AM Bartholomew, your thoughtful and encouraging comments are very much appreciated. Thank you so much! Best wishes, Gershon

Paul Callus October 16, 2018 at 4:10 PM Life IS precious, and it is our duty to live every moment as if it were our last, thus at the end we would not fear regrets. Thank you for these words of wisdom, Gershon. Regards // paul Gershon Wolf October 16, 2018 at 9:35 PM I only hope that the words are worthy of your kind praise. Thank you so much. ~ Gershon

Wendy Watson October 16, 2018 at 1:32 AM Such wise reminders as I start my new day, Gershon! What a wonderful poem! Gershon Wolf October 16, 2018 at 9:54 AM Thank you, Wendy, and thank you for the tip in Soupmail. Best wishes, Gershon

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart October 15, 2018 at 9:47 PM Lovely done my friend, congratulations, xomo Gershon Wolf October 17, 2018 at 10:27 AM Maureen, thank you for your support, as always. :) gw

Line Gauthier October 15, 2018 at 7:48 PM Congrats on your podium finish, Gershon. I appreciated your concrete images and how you wrapped up in poem. Well done. Gershon Wolf October 15, 2018 at 8:30 PM Thank you for your generous assessment of this poem, and for the opportunity and inspiration the contest gave all of us Soupers. Best always, Gershon

Charles Messina October 10, 2018 at 3:50 PM Yes, we never do know when that last moment is going to slip away. Great write Gershon. Charlie Gershon Wolf October 10, 2018 at 10:01 PM Right you are, Charlie. Thank you for the encouragement! Best wishes, Gershon

Michelle Faulkner October 10, 2018 at 1:45 PM They say (whoever 'they' are) that you get wise at the end - but thanks to your words, I have the gift of being wise now, when I can benefit from it, so thank you! Gershon Wolf October 10, 2018 at 10:01 PM Very nice of you to say this, Michelle. Really appreciate your steady support. All the best, Gershon

Winged Warrior October 10, 2018 at 11:02 AM Precious is your verse Gershon...well rendered my friend...love & light...^WW^ Gershon Wolf October 10, 2018 at 10:00 PM WW, appreciate the feedback on this one, my friend. Best wishes, Gershon

Jan Allison October 10, 2018 at 2:44 AM Bravo Gershon very well expressed and I especially love the final couplet, adding this gem to my faves:-) hugs Jan xx Gershon Wolf October 10, 2018 at 9:59 PM Wow, a fave! Thank you so much, Jan! Best wishes, gw

Tom Cunningham October 9, 2018 at 10:24 PM Nice verse Gershon, very thought provoking. Tom. Gershon Wolf October 10, 2018 at 9:59 PM Much appreciated, Tom. Thanks for letting me know your thoughts on this one. Best wishes, Gershon