IN ANOTHER LIFE

IN ANOTHER LIFE

In another life, my achievements were zero
Yes, although I tried, nothing seemed to fit
And saving others was never my single goal
Even now, my existence is deep in this hole
As saving myself, is always my primary role
Perhaps that’s why I have a half empty soul
Taking the easy way, often tempted to quit
In another life, I shall try hard to be a hero
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Kendrick Avatar
March 5, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Well, I think we can give of ourselves in small ways every day and never be recognized as a hero or anyone even say a thank you, but we are still heroes to someone. Congratulations on this winner. Way to go. Sara K
mysore Avatar
March 2, 2025 at 7:44 PM
poets like you can't have 'half empty soul', this is nice take on the prompt, a method in words, lovely write dear poet, Congratulations on your win. Cheers
Dietrich Avatar
March 2, 2025 at 2:09 PM
I really like your rhyming pattern in this one, Howard. A thoughtful poem it is. I hope you actually don't believe yourself to be deep in a hole! Thanks for submitting and congrats.
Bangalee Avatar
February 2, 2025 at 1:41 AM
failure is the pillar of success!- yes, trying and never giving up the best seed of hero.
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