David Kavanagh Poet Rhyme

Ordinary Hero

There goes my hero, he’s ordinary, 
like in the Foo Fighters song 
Carries no airs or graces, 
makes me feel like I belong 
A family member perhaps, 
even a workmate, or friend 
Someone who can be trusted, 
on whom I tacitly depend

There goes my hero, 
out in the rain mending a fence 
Standing at the back of photos 
not overpowering the lens
Cleaning blocked up drains,
unafraid to pick out nits
Struggles in the charts for decades, 
without any major hits

There goes my hero, she’s loving, 
rears her dead sisters child 
Puts the kid through college, 
works nightshifts and smiles 
Seeks nothing in return, 
a little thank you will suffice 
Salt of the earth person 
that only gives solid advice 

There go my heroes, 
all extraordinarily mundane 
Not looking for recognition 
having no time to complain 
I’m certainly not one of them, 
comfortable on my own ground 
Real heroes have stamina, 
going forward round after round 

Could be my hero’s Cobain 
who blew out his brains 
Cared damn all for money 
and even less about fame


To Honor My Hero Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Anoucheka Gangabissoon 
07/31/22

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Michael Tor August 28, 2022 at 8:03 PM Love your choice of Heroes David. Tehy are mine also. Wonderfully written and they are finally recognized... A favorite my firend... David Kavanagh August 29, 2022 at 2:04 AM Thank you Michael, and even more for the Fave, I believe the whole of society owes so much to the outstanding menial working class heroes, without which this world could certainly not survive, cheers David

Sam Kauffman August 22, 2022 at 2:13 PM A dynamic recognition of the every day heroes all around us working miracles and changing attitudes David. A great reminder to be more aware of these heroes and acknowledge the work of their hands. Congratulations on your win! David Kavanagh August 23, 2022 at 12:58 AM Heya Sam, the masses of ordinary people are indeed the real heroes, they underpin civilisation without ever knowing or being told their contribution is absolutely priceless, I am delighted with the win and your comment, cheers David

Christuraj Alex August 19, 2022 at 12:02 AM Beautiful hero. Congratulations! David Kavanagh August 19, 2022 at 12:26 AM Thank you Chris, it’s where all my heroes are at, cheers David

Connie Marcum Wong August 18, 2022 at 7:48 AM I am back to congratulate you on your First place deserving win David. Have a great day. Blessings xxoo David Kavanagh August 18, 2022 at 9:07 AM Thank you so much Connie I’m delighted as always to get a win but probably more so with this non fictional one about my non-archetypal heroes, cheers David

Christopher Flaherty August 14, 2022 at 4:36 PM Unnamed Hero's Sadly go unheralded Because they do it for all the right altruistic reasons Not for recognition Great poem Sir love it's virtue Heroic David Kavanagh August 15, 2022 at 2:09 AM Heroes that don’t even know it or care for it either Christopher, like John Lennon sang, A working class hero is something to be, cheers David

Connie Marcum Wong August 6, 2022 at 10:53 PM Heroes come in the ordinary person who wouldn’t think of blowing their own horn. Your poem expresses this beautifully David. Blessings xxoo David Kavanagh August 7, 2022 at 12:59 AM They sure do Connie, some leading lights believe they have some kind of hero status, but they haven’t, the real heroes are the unseen backbone of society, and always will be thank you so much for stopping by, cheers David

Jennifer Proxenos August 5, 2022 at 9:40 AM KURT COBAIN? What a shame, i feel sorry for the loved ones he has left behind. We have a relation whose son committed suicide 20 years old - The parents have other children and bravely go forward in life. Your poems are beyond awesome - another excellent write. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. David Kavanagh August 5, 2022 at 12:41 PM Sure was a shame about Cobain Jennifer, I’m a big fan of his songwriting and music, he left such a huge legacy behind, suicide is extremely shocking and difficult, if not impossible for a family to deal with, your comments are very kind and always appreciated, cheers David

Gary Radice August 3, 2022 at 3:02 PM Great write David. I guess the word hero means different things to different people...and now I've parked that cliche and put it to bed, to me a hero is someone who has empathy, compassion and is only called a hero by others. Much like those you describe. Cheers - Gary David Kavanagh August 3, 2022 at 3:53 PM Thanks Gary, I certainly agree the quality for being a hero is not even recognising themselves as one, and indeed they exist in all walks of everyday life, ok there is extreme valour shown on battlefields, but they don’t like to be called heroes, just doing their duty most will claim, cheers David

Tom Cunningham July 31, 2022 at 1:58 PM My favourite heroes are the ones who don't shout it out what they've done from the rooftops and don't do it for fame or gain. The unsung heroes are heroes in my book and there are many of them about. Tom David Kavanagh July 31, 2022 at 2:05 PM Absolutely Tom, the unsung heroes step up to the mark, and back down again, average ordinary everyday folks, this is my humble tribute to them all, cheers David

Jenna Logan July 31, 2022 at 1:06 PM I think most people were a hero to someone at one time or another in life. You were one to me when you came to my defense, more than once. David, if you can write about the qualities of those mentioned in your poem, consider yourself a hero, and that's not being haughty. It's deserved. Your rhythm and rhyme are excellently scribed. Tom Cunningham August 1, 2022 at 11:51 AM Sorry Miss Jenna Logan July 31, 2022 at 3:47 PM ;) ok you two. David Kavanagh July 31, 2022 at 3:06 PM This is getting out of hand Tom! Lol Tom Cunningham July 31, 2022 at 2:16 PM I won't mention the sombrero and dickie bow lol David Kavanagh July 31, 2022 at 2:12 PM Ok just don’t tell anyone, I’ve got a cape! you’ll blow my cover! Jenna Logan July 31, 2022 at 1:54 PM I'll not put contingencies on being a hero. You are to me, and that's that. David Kavanagh July 31, 2022 at 1:33 PM Your too kind Jenna, I’ve no time for bullies or trolls, so was only too happy to lend you a hand dispensing with them, it was a team effort, I’m an antihero if anything, which is probably nothing, damn I’m all embarrassed now, lol, cheers David