Shirley Hawkins Poet Rhyme

If Only You Knew

Nobody knows everything
Not even a few
I find consolation in this
I hope you do too.

Some people are smart
In dress and retort
But could not compare
With lawyers at court

Others accept
They have limitations
And seldom aspire
To rise above their station.

Then there are those
With their heads in books
Who keep on their toes
With superior looks

Bespectacled people
Are assumed to be clever
They rarely blot their copybook
If ever.

Wild haired professors
Covered in chalk
They put on the pressure
Whenever they talk.

You may think you're clever
If only you knew
There is always someone
More clever than you


22 October, 2020

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Sally Eslinger November 27, 2020 at 8:00 AM Delightful and so true. This poem made my morning. Shirley Hawkins November 27, 2020 at 4:05 PM Thank you, Sally. I am so pleased that you liked it. Take care... Shirley

Caren Krutsinger November 20, 2020 at 6:24 PM We all have limitations, but also talents, and skills. I wish everyone knew how blessed they are. Congratulations on your win! Shirley Hawkins November 20, 2020 at 8:20 PM Thank you, Caren. for all your encouraging comments. Life sometimes makes us feel insignificant and useless because of our limitations. I agree with you, though we should all count our blessing and try to make it easier for each other. ( that's a talent )

Anne-Lise Andresen October 27, 2020 at 8:42 AM - Congratulations on your great win, Shirley :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Shirley Hawkins October 27, 2020 at 4:59 PM Thank you, Sunshine Smile. Take care...Shirley

Eve Roper October 26, 2020 at 8:53 PM You tickled me with this verse, yes there is always someone out there that can shine brighter. Congratulations, Shirley , on your win! Hugs Eve Shirley Hawkins October 27, 2020 at 5:02 PM So please it made you smile Eve... Hope all is well with you...Shirley

Unseeking Seeker October 26, 2020 at 8:24 PM Grounded humility! Congrats on your win! Shirley Hawkins October 27, 2020 at 5:10 PM Thank you, Unseeking Seeker. ( Your moniker is very Intriguing ) I hope you have a good day....Shirley

Mark Koplin October 26, 2020 at 5:16 PM Congratulations on your win! Shirley Hawkins October 26, 2020 at 5:30 PM Thank you, for your kind comment. Take care.....Shirley

Alexis Y. October 26, 2020 at 11:13 AM Hi Shirley, I’m just coming back to say congratulations on your win. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis Shirley Hawkins October 26, 2020 at 5:18 PM Thank you, Alexis for your encouragement. It was a lovely surprise to get a placement in the contest. Take care....Shirley

Silent One October 26, 2020 at 9:11 AM You are right, there are so many know it alls, and its really annoying sometimes.. Great take on the contest.. Congratulations on your placement.. Shirley Hawkins October 26, 2020 at 5:36 PM Thank you, Silent one. Thank you also for running the contest. Take care....Shirley

Rico Leffanta October 23, 2020 at 2:17 PM You surely know how to put good thoughts into words! Good luck! Aloha! Rico Shirley Hawkins October 23, 2020 at 6:37 PM G'Day Rico Thank you for your compliment,it was much appreciated. Still smiling...

Alexis Y. October 22, 2020 at 7:29 PM Hi Shirley, Good take on the contest theme.I totally agree. Your last line brought your message home. Best wishes in the contest. Have a wonderful day evening:-) Alexis Shirley Hawkins October 22, 2020 at 9:40 PM Thank you, for your kind comment Alexis Y Take care... Shirley