Speaks Volumes Poet Quatrain

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QUEST

When I was younger my quest was to be, 
The best person that I could possibly be.
Now that I am older, I have a better plan.
Just to be exactly the way that I already am.

It’s not that I am perfect now, quite far from it,
But change is now like a half century comet.
What goes around comes around. I’ve been around a while,
And thinking of myself, in spite of myself, really makes me smile.

There isn’t much left of my glorious quest to improve,
Because most of what’s left is already on the move.
The eyes found hollows to sink themselves into.
Years passed, I have developed a second chin too.
.
Everything seems to be vacating south,
Most of my skin, boobs even my mouth.
My hair has developed a flurry of silver sprinkles.
And my face once plump and smooth, now has wrinkles.  

The mind is still clear, though I detect it may fade.
I am happy the way it is and will be happy if it stayed.
Although I have noticed, I have a failing of late.
I tend to mix letters, not getting all wodrs straight.

Its quite enough to give up on any quest.
The old me isn’t ready to pass any test.
But still, I am a contented old goat.
Happy to say I am now a reasonable pote.

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Robert Sidwell February 14, 2024 at 9:57 AM Congratulations on your placement for this utterly superb poem! Speaks Volumes February 14, 2024 at 8:36 PM Thank you Robert, I am glad you liked my poem. Its nice of you to take the time to read and comment. Most appreciated.

Sotto Poet February 14, 2024 at 9:45 AM Dear SV, back with congratulations on your powerfully and eloquently penned work. It truly exemplifies excellence. Speaks Volumes February 14, 2024 at 8:35 PM Thanks dear friend. glad you enjoyed it and very glad of your constant support. Wen

Sara Kendrick February 14, 2024 at 9:45 AM Very impressive winning work. Way to go.Thanks for sharing your talent with us. Congratulations. Sara K Speaks Volumes February 14, 2024 at 8:34 PM Thank you Sara, I appreciate your kind words.

Constance La France February 14, 2024 at 5:18 AM Speaks, excellent writing and congratulations on your placement in my contest, love the image too, hugs, Constance Speaks Volumes February 14, 2024 at 8:33 PM Thanks you Constance for your continued encouragement. Love your contents and the freedom they give for a poet to express them selves in their own way. Best wishes Wen

Shane Thacker February 13, 2024 at 6:09 PM Great subject matter, Wen! And you know I'm a fan of the 'Easter Eggs' within poetry, so I especially enjoyed the deliberate erring in the 5th stanza. Well done. Shane Thacker February 14, 2024 at 4:25 PM I agree. And it's a fun and easy way to expand vocabulary. lol Speaks Volumes February 13, 2024 at 8:45 PM I try to not to use words that are unfamiliar in normal conversation. It annoys me when I have to go and look up the meaning of a word. Ruins the flow of the poem. Many see it as a way to learn new words, I see it as a way to make a poem unenjoyable. lol Shane Thacker February 13, 2024 at 7:03 PM I just went back read it again. I honestly thought that was just a word I wasn't familiar with. Lol. Good one. Speaks Volumes February 13, 2024 at 6:54 PM Its picked up again in the last word of the poem Shane. :) Glad you liked it my friend. Best wises from Wen

Paula Goldsmith February 13, 2024 at 1:16 PM Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your lovely yet powerful "Quest" write/great picture/wonderful ending. Age is just a number. Enjoy your day with your win......................... Speaks Volumes February 13, 2024 at 4:58 PM Thanks so much Paula, this one was definitely Non Fiction. I find the older I get the more I am resigned to the fact that it doesn't get much better from here on, so I am content with the way I am and what I have. Every best wish to you, from Wen

Valsa George February 10, 2024 at 4:31 AM You have drawn a genuine sketch of yourself. I am in love with how you are now... contented and perfectly happy with what you have, though your body has changed with age. We can't help it. What is more important is to stay active at heart. "The mind is still clear, though I detect it may fade. I am happy the way it is and will be happy if it stayed." A clear mind and a contented heart are the greatest assets when we age. The priorities of youth are no longer our priorities now. Love you and love your poem....dear Wendy. Speaks Volumes February 10, 2024 at 4:42 AM Valsa, I think I have said this before, if not, I have certainly thought it... You have to be God's gift to us all here on Poetry Soup... Your own poems are superb and your comments to others are unrivalled in their uplifting content. You are such a sweet loving lady and I can imagine how wonderful it would be to know you in person. Thank you for this lovely comment on my humble poem. With much admiration from Wen

Christina Bowring February 5, 2024 at 10:22 PM Dear Wen, this is such a true portrayal of life as one ages and how things change. I especially love the line, ‘Just to be exactly the way I am’. I tend to think as time goes on, one’s perspective definitely alters. Things that were important in youth not so now. Memories become the most treasured gift. A contented heart is a happy heart. Stay young in spirit and quests will already have been achieved. Loved this open, honest poem from your kind, loving heart. Speaks Volumes February 6, 2024 at 5:14 AM Dear Chris, how you brighten my days with such amazing comments. Glad you like this one. I still maintain that your comments are better than my poems ! Thank you ever so much for taking the time to post such uplifting appraisals of my humble efforts. With admiration .. Wen Christina Bowring February 5, 2024 at 10:23 PM It was a delightful read that so many will nod their head and agree with. Hugs to you my young spirited friend :):)

Jay Narain February 1, 2024 at 10:06 AM The quest in life does not stop with age. I am above 80 years of age, but still trying to attain my dreams. Speaks Volumes February 1, 2024 at 11:17 PM Dearest Jay, you have the spirit of a much younger man. By all that I have read of your poems, you are young and alert and if you have unfulfilled dreams, I prey that you achieve your quest to make them come true. Thank you for reading my poem my friend.

Sotto Poet February 1, 2024 at 8:29 AM You have proven an incredible talent for creating words that drive and enchant dear SV. People who read your writing admire your ability to create vivid images. There were several phrases in your work that spoke to me, and the general flow of your writing was wonderfully smooth. Speaks Volumes February 1, 2024 at 11:23 PM Oh my dear friend, I wish I had half the talent that you credit me with. Its because of your own wonderful prowess with words that you see glimmers of it in others. You make my spirits soar, and I whole-heartedly thank you for your marvelous encouragement. You really do fill me with a glad feeling of accomplishment ( despite me being quite unworthy.) Bless you Las, you are a true friend.