Randy Steele Poet Rhyme

Mind the Paint

A mind not filled up is just empty space
I'll decorate mine to stay in life's race
With silly string so I'm not too stoic
And badge of courage to help be heroic
A rainbow of colors when I'm feeling just blue
For my wife, some thick paste to stay stuck on you
A bright red heart to remember to love
Wrapped up in mercy that fits like a glove
A Labrador puppy will teach me affection
A compass implanted to show me direction
Scents that are common so I don't be a fool
And measuring stick to follow the rules
Some mathematical facts to say what is true
A river of patience when I don't have a clue
A funny face clown for acting a ham
And people who love me just as I am
So fill up your mind with whatever your taste
A brain not decorated is such a big waste

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Line Gauthier April 9, 2018 at 9:32 PM Yes "A brain not decorated is such a big waste". Beautifully done, Randy. Congrats on a well deserved win.

Susan Gentry March 22, 2018 at 3:56 PM Congrats on your win. Enjoyed the rhyme and rhythm of things that make life worthwhile. Randy Steele March 22, 2018 at 5:31 PM Thanks, Susan. Appreciate it. Will visit your poems soon. Have a great day.

Jan Allison March 22, 2018 at 1:25 PM Many congrats Randy what a fabulous rhyme and I have to agree with those final two lines:-) hugs jan xx

Roy Pett March 22, 2018 at 11:13 AM Congratulations on your well deserved win Randy, great write. :))

Jan Terry March 22, 2018 at 10:43 AM Wonderful poem, Randy. You nailed all the important things in life and did it in rhyme (my favorite). This poem is also a fav. Congrats on your win in Viv's contest. Well deserved. Hugs. Janece

Viv Wigley March 22, 2018 at 7:31 AM COngrats on your placement with this fine write, Randy,and those last two lines should be on Billboards in every town. Thanks for entering. regards, Viv Randy Steele March 22, 2018 at 5:30 PM Thanks, Viv. Really enjoyed the challenge of your theme. A person is what their mind is decorated with. Great contest.

Darlene De Beaulieu March 20, 2018 at 6:10 PM Oh Randy, this poem says it all. Have a nice evening my friend. Darlene De Beaulieu March 21, 2018 at 5:28 PM Also so is your opinion appreciated my friend. Have a nice evening my friend. Randy Steele March 20, 2018 at 7:56 PM Thank you, Darlene. Your encouragement is much appreciated.