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Not for contest. 

*bully for him - express admiration or approval

 

 

Son

Stupendous performance as a wrestler
Owned his opponent; flipped to one’s back
Naysayers criticised and duly tossed

Showed he was confident; at
One time he was bullied; now tough
Naysayers soon find themselves looking up

Showed up and out into his adulthood
One of a kind; he’ll wrestle you with his tongue
Naysayers all tangled up; bully for him
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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George Avatar
May 4, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Though bullied once, now he has grown so confident and a winner in life. It is a matter of pride and pleasure for every mother to see her children grow into winners. Beautiful acrostic poem, dear Kim.
Williams Avatar
May 3, 2025 at 6:06 AM
Dear Kim, such a powerful and triumphant portrayal! The journey from being bullied to owning the ring is truly inspiring. The way you showcase his strength—both physical and mental—really makes your poem resonate...Hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
May 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Thank You, Maria!
Dietrich Avatar
May 3, 2025 at 12:25 AM
A triplet of son acrostics. Your pride in him shines
Goldsmith Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 12:25 PM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful/creative "Son" write. Have a wonderful day/weekend writing away............
Rodrigues Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Thank you, Paula!
Poet Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 10:27 AM
What an intriguing son you have, Kim—a powerful fighter with a fiery temperament and an impressive physique—
Rodrigues Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Thank you! He was a 4 time state champion in hs and an all american in college. He worked hard and had the drive to do it.
Hind Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Wow, so interesting- power in body and spirit, a warrior with a tongue too- :)
Rodrigues Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Thank you!
Hind Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
that's like you... <3
Rodrigues Avatar
May 2, 2025 at 10:44 AM
You are so sweet!
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