Sam Kauffman Poet Rhyme

Irl Olympic Gold

IRL Olympic Gold

Beneath Olympic fire
On a track of red clay
Runner’s feet tangled – scene so dire
Lifelong dreams stumble – tumble to the track –
Honor outshines gold quest delayed
Hands reach down - lift higher
Dashed hopes transformed this day.

In the 800 meter race on August 1st Isiah Jewett was tripped by another runner as he was about to cross the finish line.  Both went down.  Instead of going off, Jewett offered the runner from Botswana his hand.  They crossed the finish line together.
8-6-21
Contest: Julyme
Sponsor: William Kekaula

In the 2016 Olympic games
IRL - real life
Rhyme scheme:  a-b-a-b-c-b-a-b

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Brian Strand September 23, 2021 at 3:14 AM A true sports moment Sam Sam Kauffman September 23, 2021 at 11:45 AM It was truly a gold medal moment - one I will always remember even more than some medal winners. Compassion and mercy on display. Blessings to you Brain.

Andrea Dietrich August 16, 2021 at 2:30 PM So glad you got a GREAT win for this one. Congrats, Sam Sam Kauffman September 23, 2021 at 11:47 AM Just found your wonderful message of congratulations Andrea! :( Thank you for your note. I always love hearing from you! Blessings and apologies!

Eve Roper August 15, 2021 at 7:51 PM A fascinating gesture of kindness. :) congratulations on your win. Sam Kauffman August 16, 2021 at 8:34 AM In our self centered, entitled, world, this was an amazing sight. Thank you Eve for your congratulations. :D Sending you blessings!

Michelle Faulkner August 15, 2021 at 4:28 PM What an inspiring story, this is what the true Olympic spirit is, congratulations on your win in the contest~ Sam Kauffman August 16, 2021 at 8:38 AM Hi Michelle! You are so right when you say this is an inspiring story. All the dreams for gold were lost yet the true gold, the winner's story, will go into the legend of the Olympics - tragedy turned into hope for all time! Thank you for your congratulations! Take care!

Paula Goldsmith August 15, 2021 at 10:46 AM Congratulations on your win. A creative story/write. Amazing what they go through. Love This One. Have a blessed day with your win............... Sam Kauffman August 16, 2021 at 10:06 AM Hi Paula! Thank you so much for your congratulatory note. So appreciate it! Your message put a big :D on my face. It was an honor tp pen this amazing story! Sending you prayers and blessings!

William Kelii Kekaula August 14, 2021 at 9:30 PM This is an incredible exposé of the extraordinary wonder of the human conscience, Sam, and I am so glad for its notoriety on the world stage. My compliments for your honorable placement my friend, Aloha! William Kelii Kekaula August 16, 2021 at 5:41 PM Mahalo nui loa my friend bears repeating, in the ONE word of my now 11 yr old grandson's "thanks for the $ call" today, was, "SWEET", Aloha always! Sam Kauffman August 16, 2021 at 10:12 AM Thank you my friend not only for your placement and sponsorship of this wonderfully creative contest but for the opportunity to highlight a truly inspirational story which has become the basis for several commericials showing that same spirit of forgiveness and kindness! Sending blessings my friend in the spirit of Aloha!

Joanna Daniel August 14, 2021 at 2:15 AM What an inspiring story, Sam, great example of sportsmanship:) Sam Kauffman August 16, 2021 at 10:04 AM Thank you so much Jo! I agree! This is a shining example of true sportsmanship - tragedy turned into triumph - an unforgettable example of kindness and forgiveness. Sending you Monday blessings!

Bj Legros Kelley August 12, 2021 at 10:07 PM I love the Olympics, it is such a beautiful time of amazing feats and culmination of dreams. Your story is beautiful, and grips my heart with such sweet amazement of goodness. Simply beautiful! Sam Kauffman August 16, 2021 at 8:49 AM The Olympics are so unique and so very special as the world comes together in heart and spirit. We are glued to the TV for two weeks every other year! There is an intregal goodness that shines like the flame of the torch. I just had to write about this selfless act of kindness. Thank you for your visit BJ! Blessings for your week!

John Watt August 10, 2021 at 1:38 PM Sam, this is a great example of the Olympic ideal being demonstrated on the worldwide stage. Gold medal to you for capturing the humanity and compassion in your poetic vignette. Blessings ~ John Sam Kauffman August 16, 2021 at 8:46 AM Hi John! Happy Monday! Words were not needed in this stunning illustration of the "Olympic ideal" - the Olympic spirit. And the story will be repeated again and again. As crushing as this experience was, his gesture of true kindness will always shine brighter than the Olympic torch. Sending you blessings dear friend!

Andrea Dietrich August 7, 2021 at 12:46 PM wow, can they give ties for first place?? What a cool story. Sam Kauffman August 7, 2021 at 8:39 PM Thank you so much Andrea. It definitely is a very cool story. And, yes, athletes can share a medal. Happened this Olympics in the high jump. Rather than do a jump off the two top competitors decided to share the gold. Simply amazing. Blessings my friend!