My Vagabond Dream

I wander about through myriad scenes of glee
On the Ferris wheel of life, no fancy pedigree,
While deliriously, excitedly, simply being me
Gliding over life’s troubles and woes on my spree
Uncommitted, unequivocally happy, you see--
No promises, no purposes, I could guarantee,
For as long as I live, I shall live most cheerfully
Flitting from this to that, hither and yon free,
Like the proverbial hobo meandering will be
Nurturing visions of grandeur may be the key.


Written August 31, 2021
for "Vagabond Dreams" poetry contest
sponsored by Craig Cornish
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Krutsinger Avatar
September 3, 2021 at 10:47 AM
I think this is the key "Nurturing visions of grandeur may be the key."
Hankins Avatar
September 3, 2021 at 11:05 AM
Caren, I owe you for this one, because your monorhymes inspire me to try it. I'm not very good at it, but I do love to try. This one seemed perfect for the contest.
Hawkins Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 6:29 PM
I think you have winner with this great write. Good luck in the contest Milt.
Hankins Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 6:53 PM
Well, how sweet, Shirley. I don't know about that, but it was a fun write.
Poet Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 12:04 PM
Even in the shadow of a dream, it had to be reviewed several times to be grasped. I discovered many unique utterances in the lexicon, but they added to the overall magic of your magnum opus. Best regards
Hankins Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 12:23 PM
Thanks, Lasaad. I'm not sure my poem deserves such rich and grandiose approbation. But, I'll take it!
Leffanta Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 11:34 AM
The "Ferris Wheel of Life" is an apt description although people do not seem to realise they get off where they got on . . . .
Hankins Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 11:48 AM
That is certainly true. Watch yer step!!!
Buhagiar Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 11:21 AM
Fantastic dream. It is the type I would have written. Best for a win.
Hankins Avatar
August 31, 2021 at 11:49 AM
Thank you, Victor. I'm hoping for the best!
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