If I Were a Boy

~~ooOO If I Were A Boy OOoo~~ If I were a boy, how cool that would be! I’d always have a friend ready to play with me Through boyhood to manhood I know he’d be there We’d play together always, happy to share. The cowboys won’t worry if the Indians attack I’d get out my weapon and fight them all back. The monsters would disappear from under the bed With my weapon in my hand, I’d strike them all dead. Girls they say are faster learning at school But with my weapon in my hand I’d show them I’m cool. Writing when I want; my letters nice and slow I’d even write my name into the white virgin snow. The life of a boy is all balls it seems, From baseball to football and cricket. With my weapon in my hand I’d knock every ball in Through the hoop, in the net and hit the wicket. As a man my friend would still be with me More controlled put away, and not accidentally. As a member now of the opposite gender, I’d be gifted with the power of childishness to remember. Where as girls grow soppy and want a boy to love them Boy’s grow strong, and want to go out with men. To swill pints of ale and make themselves sick But they count every pint as though some great trick. If I were a boy I’d take my pride in my hand I’d hit the highest point on the wall when I stand. I’d have the biggest, most powerful one ever My throw would be talked about and forgotten never. If I were a man I’d have huge shoulders, strong I would be. If I were a man I’d be the man that loves me. If I were an Olympian I‘d be the pride of the nation As you know well, every boy is gifted with A huge imagination.
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Liwayway Avatar
December 14, 2013 at 1:17 PM
Beautiful poem from a great poet. Congratulations on your win. cheers!! ;)
Deschler Avatar
December 13, 2013 at 11:14 PM
This charming poem was a fun one to read, and I was entertained all the way through! A very clever poem, Mandy! Well done! Congratulations on your win!...Thank you very much for the kind congrats!
May Avatar
December 13, 2013 at 8:54 AM
great write and win Mandy...congrats
Peterson Avatar
December 13, 2013 at 6:32 AM
Clever, engaging poem GG. I enjoyed it all the way through, and the ending was such a huge, pleasant surprise. Congrats on your win.
Mehta Avatar
December 13, 2013 at 1:20 AM
Enjoyed the poem and congrats, mandy
Konos Avatar
December 12, 2013 at 12:28 PM
All the poetry submitted was heartfelt. From love throughout life to love in the depths of death with reflections of nature. You are all deserving First Place Winners and I thank you for entering your favorites in my contest.
Dietrich Avatar
April 13, 2012 at 6:21 PM
Yes, I just knew this would be in the winners circle. Belated congrats to you, sweetie.
Macfarlane Avatar
April 10, 2012 at 1:09 PM
Excellent write Mandy....made me smile. Congrats on your win!
Brown Avatar
April 10, 2012 at 11:53 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved placement in Frank's "If I Were A Boy/Girl" contest Mandy. Love, Carol
Johnson Avatar
April 9, 2012 at 10:24 AM
Lcolngratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
Sweetheart Avatar
April 9, 2012 at 9:20 AM
congrats Mandy on an excellent win for this exciting entry on role reversal luv.. a brilliant composition for the theme..
Susan Avatar
March 19, 2012 at 5:33 PM
Cute write! the end is definitely the kicker :P good luck in the contest!
Poet Avatar
March 16, 2012 at 10:14 AM
Very nice poem on the theme of the contest Mandy.Best wishes.
The Rogue Rhymer Avatar
March 15, 2012 at 11:06 AM
Mandy-This is an excellent piece of work my friend! I love a man w/ huge shoulders. I had a guy ask me out in college that ended up playing in the NFL (for Cleveland). I wish I had said yes but at the time I had a bf back home. O'well. I'm sure this will be a winner in the contest. Much luck to you hon.
Babcock Avatar
March 14, 2012 at 8:09 AM
THIS poem is so cute and love the ending . Thanks for your comments. love phyl
Burch Avatar
March 13, 2012 at 3:59 AM
Oh, Mandy~GG~ this was adorable...reminds me of every man I've ever known (NOT in the biblical sense)...thank you for a 'HUGE' job well done...good luck with the contest...huggsss~Deb~
Onclaud Avatar
March 12, 2012 at 3:47 AM
smashing way to reverse roles with this splendid piece, mandy... best of luck and hugggs!
Horsman Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 3:51 PM
excellent poem, Mandy, i'm sure the gals, will love your last line, actually so do i, harry.
Sweetheart Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 11:21 AM
a uper excellent piece on the contest theme Mandy.. golden girl..luv your new addition to your name luv.. good luck .. u brought out many great points.. but I think we luv being ladies ..
Horne Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 6:17 AM
LOL, love this witty piece, Mandy
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 7:27 AM
Thanks jack xx
Dietrich Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 12:42 AM
hahaha, that last line said it all. I think you and I would both be huge guys!!!
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 7:28 AM
We'd be brill and have huge fun xx
Breidenthal Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 12:42 AM
Very cute poem! I enjoyed it very much. :) Love how you cocnluded it too. ^.^ Always, Laura
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 7:28 AM
Thank you Laura xx
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
March 10, 2012 at 9:20 PM
Mandy, this one is sure to be a winner! I guess I'm slow tonight because I was half way through before I got it so to speak. LOL...very creative. I enjoyed reading and laughing (much at myself). Blessings, Rhonda
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 7:29 AM
Thanks Rhonda glad you got it xx
Aul Avatar
March 10, 2012 at 2:11 PM
Some of us have a very big............imagination Nice write.....George
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 7:31 AM
I am sure you all do dear George, well to listen in, you all say you have huge imaginations...xx
Bauer Avatar
March 10, 2012 at 1:20 PM
it sounds like you had fun writing this poem and i enjoyed reading it! good luck in the contest.
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 7:31 AM
Thanks ilene I did have funn actually i thought it was a good theme, bless you xx
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