James Foulk Poet Free verse

Born Out of My Time

Sometimes I ask,
what if I had been
born sooner than
    I was?

If I would have been
born say, 1893, in stead
of 1943, the history
I would have seen.

Would have seen
baseball in its
glory years,
Ty Cobb, Walter
Johnson, Cy Young,
and of course the Babe.

Would have been there
as motion pictures were
coming into their prime,
Charley Chaplin in
his derby and cane.

Wright Brothers
in their hey day,
if I knew then, what
I know now, oh the things
I could have done.

Born out of my time,
maybe, but in my life
I have seen many great
things take place, so
who knows what would
     have happened.

wrote 9-26-08

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Deneen White September 30, 2008 at 4:29 PM but even though you wren't borb then you can still share in the memories I like the way that thi write unfolded, very nicely, thanks for all of your comments, take care D-nyce

Christopher Higgins September 29, 2008 at 3:49 PM Sometimes I wonder what if I was born in a certain time period how would I be. I personally wish I was around fighting with William Wallace(love Brave heart), or maybe a foot soldier for Martin Luther king. I love this piece because I escaped momentarily into another world. Great job.

John Loving Iii September 29, 2008 at 6:36 AM i'm am the perfect age at the perfect time. the babe, i still have him and always will along with Ali and fifty cent and the incomparable o j simpson. call me on my cell. John

Sami Al-Khalili September 29, 2008 at 2:41 AM Lovely and deep-thoughted poem. I wish I was born later to see all the success from the past glorify into the future. I am born 1992, and what I have seen so far doesn't seem as amusing as you listed in this poem. Lovely write.

Brian Strand September 28, 2008 at 11:31 PM Nostalgic words James.rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments

Joseph Spence Sr September 28, 2008 at 12:26 PM Well, this is the ages old question of when is the right time. History has its place and time. Now is the time to leave our contributions on humanity for the goodwill of all people. I like the essence of the poem. Great job! ~Joseph

Kristin Reynolds September 28, 2008 at 3:59 AM I have imagined being born at dirrerent times as well, but now is also a very special time to be alive. Love Kristin

Michael Torres September 27, 2008 at 3:49 PM James- You would have loved to been part of all the world events. Great work. Got me thinking of where I would want to have seen back in time and I would have wanted to be in israel with the apostles and have see Jesus. God bless you Michael

Michael Jordan September 27, 2008 at 11:05 AM James this poem is excellent - Loved the message - I often feel this same way - loved the conclusion at the end - wonderful poem my friend - God Bless