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Finer Things In Life

The finer things in life are not diamonds and pearls But desire a good reputation and the principled life. Think about it, my friend, not all of those glitzy girls Are ultimately as desirable as a faithful, loving wife. But desire a good reputation and the principled life, Cherishing virtue well-obtained is quite satisfying, Are ultimately as desirable as a faithful, loving wife Knowing you’re grounded you’ll find most gratifying. Cherishing virtue well-obtained is quite satisfying When you are taking stock of your goals in life, Knowing you’re grounded you’ll find most gratifying Like living peacefully with others, eschewing strife. When you are taking stock of your goals in life Think about it, my friend, not all of those glitzy girls Like living peacefully with others, eschewing strife, The finer things in life are not diamonds and pearls. Written March 17, 2022

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/19/2022 7:26:00 PM

Your philosophy works for Joe and I. Snicker. Snicker. Nice one Hank. Truly lovely!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/19/2022 7:31:00 PM

Thank you, Caren. It certainly worked for Deb and me, although she got her share of diamonds and pearls, too. I think she got them because she knew what was really valuable.

I Am Anaya

Date: 3/18/2022 1:20:00 PM

Best advice because the mind is not at peace without living a decent life-- People are always searching for something, not knowing what they have. A good reputation and decency are best even without a mate. You show us in your poetry Milton, that you are a decent fellow! Like Jeff, my head is spinning. lol

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/18/2022 1:37:00 PM

Aw, thanks for your kind words and your affirmation, I Am Anaya. You'll never know what they mean to me.

W.A. Cholt

Date: 3/17/2022 4:48:00 PM

Good advice and so true.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/17/2022 5:19:00 PM

Thank you so much, W.A., for your affirmation of my poem. Nice to hear from you.

Judy Ball

Date: 3/17/2022 3:44:00 PM

I agree most heartily Milton and the same goes for girls who look for a husband. You have to be careful not to end up with someone who runs around and spends all his money on partying and women. Those guys don't make a good husband or father. If you find a good mate you have found a real treasure. Good stuff my friend. God Bless, JB

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/17/2022 5:20:00 PM

You are certainly right about that, Judy. Thanks for your insightful comment on my poem. You added to it with an illustration, and I thank you for that.

Jeff Kyser

Date: 3/17/2022 2:08:00 PM

Milt, you do these really well. My head still spins trying to write these.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/17/2022 2:31:00 PM

One thing that helps me is remembering that the lines have to make sense in the next stanza, so you sort of have to think ahead. When you get to the last stanza, you just do some hoping and praying! (chuckling)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/17/2022 2:06:00 PM

Your message resonates in this poem, Milton: The finer things in life are not diamonds and pearls---But desire a good reputation and the principled life. How very meaningful and insightful look at life! Excellent Pantoum.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/17/2022 2:32:00 PM

Thanks, Vijay. I really appreciate your thoughts and your comment. The subject seemed to lend itself best to the Pantoum, so I'm pleased it worked.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/17/2022 1:43:00 PM

Enjoyed very much!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/17/2022 2:32:00 PM

Thanks, Kim, for your comment. I always enjoy hearing from you.