Meeting Expectations of a Realist-W

Passions for expectations with life were none Till the teenage accepted life as it came anon. Went to gym, played games, attended school Swam in the open sea, life smooth and cool. Might’ve been endowed with great expectations In gestation to perform later in life like everyone. Sprouted while in the university educational zones Both of literature and dramatics as milestones. Both meted out in career as a university teacher Not so easy but had miles to go in my endeavor Was quite fortunate to meet the inspiring persons Who directed me to perform the righteous acts. I did meet my expectations later in matured years Performing Moliere in his own country and theatres Attending the poetry conferences in three continents And honors in literature that missed in early periods. Aimed for the moon but reached the sky amidst Never complained about the wind like a pessimist Never expected the wind to change like an optimist But adjusted the sails like a down-to-earth realist. +++ October 14, 2014 Form Free Verse Dr. Ram Mehta Third Place Win Contest: BIO by Regina Riddle