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Line of inquiry: The ego within forced me to resist But now I wish I had effused a love mist With aplomb and flair, just kind of left it there For self-aware souls passing by, who choose to pair ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ There’s no guarantee of winning if you put your hat in the ring and have a go. But I tell you now you’ll definitely not win, if you don’t have a go. Now I have been around a while and met all sorts of blokes. I’ve met the ones that are down and out, And I have met the ones that held their head up high and were too good, For the likes of blokes like me. The sort of man who wouldn’t give a pretty girl the time of day, If she said G’day. I met one such man not that long ago. He was quite miserable. Sitting on a park bench, tears running down his old cheeks. I asked him if he was OK. He said to me "lad, I am a lonely old man, life has passed me by". He sat there in a fancy suit, for sure it was worth a pretty quid or two. He wasn’t a down an outer, looked like he might be rich. He told me of his life, I was right. He told me of his mansion, And his fetish for buying classic cars. He mentioned that he had never wed, had no son and heir. That’s when I asked him, (I thought it only fair) , Just why he hadn't taken a missus. He tells me, that he didn’t find a woman good enough, Not that he had really looked. He said he was quite a catch in his day and sent lots of ladies away. He always thought one special one would come and sweep him off his feet. Right there I had to interject, He had the whole thing wrong. Its you mate, that should have done the sweeping. Women expect it you know. You find the one you want , Then you present yourself up for being at her beck and call. Flowers and perfume and jewelry if you are rich. Not doing that is why you were left in the ditch That’s why you have no loving woman or a family full of kids. He says to me, "Lad , I wish I had met you when I was young I wouldn’t now be so sad. I wish I had".

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Date: 4/8/2024 1:05:00 AM
Congratulations on your placement - a tangled tale full of advice (depends whether the recipient likes gifts though)
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Date: 3/17/2024 10:23:00 PM
What a great take on the subject. There are some such men and also women. When many express a wish to be aligned with them in a lifetime bond, they reject them thinking some better ones would finally come. As we know, time does not wait for anyone. Finally, when age crosses, they regret their loneliness. Feel sorry for this old man. The image of one of my uncles comes to me. Dear Wendy, your poem beautifully articulates the pain and longing of such men.
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Date: 3/18/2024 5:09:00 AM
Oh Valsa that is so sweet of you to comment so wonderfully. I am glad you liked this. Best wishes to you ... Wen
Date: 3/13/2024 9:24:00 AM
Wen, you beautifully capture the effects of inaction and missed chances by recounting various interactions with men. The poignant dialogue with the elderly man in the park sheds light on the sorrow of unrealized potential. Their lyrical insight underscores the significance of taking action and forming authentic connections in relationships. Great Poem
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Date: 3/13/2024 10:53:00 AM
Thank you dear friend, I am honored that you liked my poem. Thank you for leaving such a wonderful comment. Wen
Date: 3/12/2024 12:25:00 PM
You know I got confused with this poem, I thought it was I wish I had poetry.. lol.. You have written a profound piece here and one that is unique, but many will relate to.. All the best in the contest..
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Date: 3/13/2024 1:30:00 AM
No. it's cool, I knew just what you meant. I didn't think you meant my poem. Its seeker calling his contest 'I WISH I HAD POETRY' Makes sense that what you thought. I do that sort of thing all the time. S.O. don't you know.. "love is never having to say sorry " ? ( and who ever wrote that silly quote was never married !!!!) Cheers Wen.
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Date: 3/12/2024 12:39:00 PM
Sorry I didnt mean being confused with your poem, silly me, I meant the contest title.. Sincere apologies.. I am very tired today.. Your poem is excellent..
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Date: 3/12/2024 12:34:00 PM
I must have read the line of enquiry about 4 times. Seeker has a habit of confusing me. He is a learned man obviously and many of his contests go over my head, and I don't get on the right track. I keep entering. One day my brain will click into tune. Thanks for your comment S.O. Its Appreciated. We will wait and see, as always with Seekers Contests. . Cheers Wen

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