L Milton Hankins Poet Pantoum

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 March 19, 2022 at 7:26 PM Your philosophy works for Joe and I. Snicker. Snicker. Nice one Hank. Truly lovely! L Milton Hankins March 19, 2022 at 7:31 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 March 18, 2022 at 1:20 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 March 18, 2022 at 1:37 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 March 17, 2022 at 4:48 PM Good advice and so true. L Milton Hankins March 17, 2022 at 5:19 PM Thank you so much, W.A., for your affirmation of my poem. Nice to hear from you.

Judy Ball March 17, 2022 at 3:44 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 March 17, 2022 at 5:20 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 March 17, 2022 at 2:08 PM Milt, you do these really well. My head still spins trying to write these. L Milton Hankins March 17, 2022 at 2:31 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 March 17, 2022 at 2:06 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 March 17, 2022 at 2:32 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 March 17, 2022 at 1:43 PM Enjoyed very much! L Milton Hankins March 17, 2022 at 2:32 PM Thanks, Kim, for your comment. I always enjoy hearing from you.