Jack Ellison Poet Free verse

My Name Is Jack

My name is Jack but who am I... really
I'm not a famous personality
I haven't made any outstanding contribution to science
I hope I've been a loving human being
Like so many other average joes
But will I be remembered after I meet my maker
Or will I be forgotten as I pass into history
So many famous people who leave us
Are remembered for a while
But then fade from our consciousness
I'm sure I'll be remembered for a little while
But dear life goes on
And soon I will only be a distant memory
Only those close to me will carry me in their hearts
That's all I wish for, all I would expect
My name is Jack but who am I... really

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Laura Breidenthal March 22, 2024 at 1:33 AM You will be remembered Jack, that's absolutely certain. A heart like yours cannot be easily forgotten, there's just no way. Always, Laura

Tom Cunningham February 8, 2024 at 10:12 AM Although we've never met Jack, I consider you a good friend, from day one I've loved your humour. Had final appointment at the hospital today, they've given me the green light and discharged me, been a long time coming. Tom Jack Ellison February 8, 2024 at 10:48 AM Halleuya!!! We are definitely GOOD friendsTom! So your final appointment checked out green light FANTASTIC TOM! Super duper! Onward and upward Tom!

Subimal Sinha-Roy February 8, 2024 at 5:23 AM So true. We fade away. I can relate, Jack. Jack Ellison February 8, 2024 at 5:35 AM There are a very few Einsteins in the world!!!! I assure you I'm not one of them! Greetings, Happy Jack xx

Abdullah Alhemaidy February 8, 2024 at 4:45 AM Hello Jack Ellison, I love your enjoyed free verse. Seems you are a nice man and poet! Have a nice day with best warmest wishes & hopes. Good luck :-) Jack Ellison February 8, 2024 at 4:51 AM I am very pleased to meet you my friend! Every new friend is a blessing. Thank you Abdullah! Cheers!