L Milton Hankins Poet Couplet

Quest

My quest for what is honorable and right
Compels me to enter the constant fight
For justice and mercy, compassionate love,
I can be a despicable vulture or a peaceful dove
When I leave this tumultuous vale of tears,
I want it to be said, “He was a caring man,”
So, I set out on this quest to do the best I can.
No one has said the journey will be an easy one
But I must trudge on until my work is done,
And every day I will strive to do no harm
Unhesitant, if necessary, to sound the alarm
When I see someone mistreated or bullied,
Harassed, insulted, or reputation sullied
I believe my quest is an honorable pursuit,
That, in life, I have taken the finer route.

FIRST PLACE WINNER
written October 2, 2021
especially for "Q Contest NEW ONLY" poetry contest
sponsored by Constance La France

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Sam Kauffman October 9, 2021 at 8:27 PM A wonderful model of a shining light in the darkness Milt! It is more than a quest of a knight errant, it is a warrior's promise to model heaven on earth! This flows so beautifully and lyrically. Congratulations on your win! Blessings and prayers for your quest. L Milton Hankins October 9, 2021 at 8:58 PM Sam, thanks so very much for your kind, thoughtful and affirmative comments. I really appreciated this uplifting review from you.

Caren Krutsinger October 6, 2021 at 12:50 PM I will say this right now "I want it to be said, “He was a caring man,”" - because yes you are a caring man Hank. L Milton Hankins October 6, 2021 at 1:02 PM Thank you, Caren. Apparently I have you snookered (chuckling). No, really, I do try very hard to be a good, caring person.

Ann Peck October 5, 2021 at 2:05 PM Yes, you are a champion for those being wronged! Good for you, Milton! There is not enough of you to protect all those trampled on, sad to say. But your voice helps, especially since it's poetic :) Congratulations on your win! L Milton Hankins October 5, 2021 at 2:06 PM Thank you so much, sweet Anne, for your kind compliment and encouragement. I hope my voice helps.

Line Gauthier October 5, 2021 at 10:37 AM Well penned, Milton. I can totally relate. Congrats on your top win ~ L Milton Hankins October 5, 2021 at 12:31 PM Thank you so much, Line. I appreciate your note.

Constance La France October 5, 2021 at 9:07 AM Milt, congratulations on your win in my "P" contest with this powerful poem, well done, your quest is an honorable one ~ peace and tranquility _Constance L Milton Hankins October 5, 2021 at 12:31 PM Constance, thank you. I enjoyed writing for your contest.

Christuraj Alex October 4, 2021 at 9:13 PM Very genuine and sincere quest beautifully expressed in couplet form. Great work! Congratulations! L Milton Hankins October 4, 2021 at 9:50 PM Thank you so much, Christuraj. I really appreciated your visit and your comment.

Lindsay Laurie October 3, 2021 at 3:04 PM Hello Milton ... the quest to live an honorable life is within many of us, but even when doing our best the odd mistake is made - thank you Milton - Lindsay L Milton Hankins October 3, 2021 at 7:22 PM So true, so true, and I have certainly made my share of them, Lindsay. Thanks for your thoughtful comment.

Delice Arleen Skelly October 3, 2021 at 5:18 AM Well done Milt, I picked quiver and now I wish I had done quest after reading this offering..Well done...Delice I could not access site for two days admin.sorted it out for me.. L Milton Hankins October 3, 2021 at 9:00 AM Well, I hope I do well in the contest, but you never know. I think it all depends on what strikes a positive nerve with the contest sponsor. I'm sure your "quiver" will do well.

James Marshall Goff October 2, 2021 at 6:49 PM Lovely, Milton... virtue is actionable! L Milton Hankins October 2, 2021 at 8:47 PM Thank you, James. I really appreciate your comment on my poem.