Chasing a Dream - An Echo Poem

Some people take flack for chasing their dreams
From plain folks who perhaps don’t have many
They’re knocked for not taking life as it seems, 
Risking treasure worth more than a penny.

Dreams are illusive, you’re not in control, 
You’ve, at best, just a slim ghost of a chance
Unlike real people who come with a soul
A dream will not ever promise a dance.

Dreams may come quickly then suddenly go, 
In love and in war we’re told ‘all is fair, ’
Just ask yourself this, 'What does my heart know? 
When the dawn comes is my sweet dream still there? ’

Still need permission? My answer is yes! 
I will admit though the wait can be tough
But joy will be yours when friends must confess
Some dreams come true and you had the ‘Right Stuff.’

Brian Johnston
March 15,2014

Poet' Notes:
Look for a poem by Lora Colon on PoemHunter.com to find her poem Titled 'Wishful Thinking.' Reading her poem first and then reading my poem, will reveal a poetic dialog that I believe you will find interesting.
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July 4, 2014 at 2:22 PM
Nothing wrong with dreaming or day dreaming and if it comes true woohooo even better! Hugs Jan xx
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