Home » Poems » Gershon Wolf » Life Is For Pleasure

Life Is For Pleasure

Life is for pleasure Who needs the pain As you exit this world What have you gained Keep your upper lip stiff Deny yourself fun -- You might as well be An ascetic or nun... 'Course at yon pearly gates There's this matter of sin Epicurus cries 'til it hurts ~ But he never gets in

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/18/2021 4:32:00 PM

I have decided to never "deny myself fun" - a great reminder.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 7/18/2021 5:52:00 PM

Actually, lol, something I think that this is not exactly a recent decision of yours. You are America's 'Fun-Girl,' after all. No?! ~ gw

Joseph Spence Sr

Date: 7/16/2021 10:00:00 PM

Congratulations, and excellent post, Gershon. I love the flow of the words and the impact of the message. I am very proud of you and your poetic proliferation. The descriptive excellence is lovely and sends terrific images. The theme of "Life's Pleasure," stands out, and the tone moves the piece down the page with much grace. Great job! Have a fantastic day, and God's richest grace and blessings to you always. –Professor, Ambassador, Dr. Joseph S. Spence Sr. (Epulaeryu Master)!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 7/18/2021 5:50:00 PM

Wow! I truly appreciate your enthusiasm and kind words, Dr. Spence! Have a blessed evening, Gershon

Terry Flood

Date: 7/15/2021 12:13:00 PM

Maybe everyone should have a tattoo tucked away that says ‘should my days of life be spent, tell my lord that I repent’. Just get it touched up every now and then so that the big fella thinks it’s recent. Ta da! Good write, Gershon. Terry

Gershon Wolf
Date: 7/18/2021 5:45:00 PM

Terry, sounds the like the best idea -- that tattoo -- since sliced bread, or maybe even the invention of the wheel. ~ You Da Man! :) gw

Rico Leffanta

Date: 7/15/2021 11:20:00 AM

Doesn't the Bible encourage all men to feel Joy and make Mary?

Rico Leffanta
Date: 7/16/2021 11:08:00 AM

Go for it, remembering that for thousands of years, most people could not read and could only listen to what they were told scriptures said . . ...

Gershon Wolf
Date: 7/15/2021 1:32:00 PM

So hilarious, Rico. I'd suggest the following monoku for you to post: 'The Bible says to encourage all men to feel Joy and make Mary.' ~ Wickedly good one, gw

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 7/15/2021 10:49:00 AM

I agree, life is for pleasure but never sin

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 7/15/2021 10:19:00 AM

Gershon you are so right! There is so much of sadness in the world, for a life that one day ends with nothing!! enjoy when you can!!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/15/2021 2:20:00 AM

Don't think there's a problem with a bit of pleasure as long as its legal lol. Tom

L Milton Hankins

Date: 7/14/2021 8:52:00 PM

Hmmm...I was beginning to think you a hedonist, my friend. But, then...you probably eschew Epicurus...I would think. I liked your poem, Gershon. Good stuff.