Gershon Wolf Poet Rhyme

Tale of An Ugly Duckling

She was an inch too short, a step too slow
   A minute late, her voice too low

One tooth missing, inept at kissing
   One toe deformed, no repair performed

Skin too pale, hair too thin 
   Committed petty crimes and sins

Rather dull, bereft of hope
   Abused alcohol, smoked dope

An ugly duckling sure was she
   Not ever likely to find her 'he'

Yet from thorns do roses bloom
   Thus cast she off her witches broom'

Today she's married, a beaming bride
   Her Prince Charming close by her side

Do not let Chance precious mettle melt
   ~ Learn to play the hand you are dealt

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Susan Ashley September 14, 2018 at 7:10 PM My dear friend, Gershon, some people find the courage and strength to rise above the circumstances dealt to and created by them and are able to reach new heights, as is the case with the ugly duckling turned lovely swan, in your wonderful poem. I hope they live happily ever after! Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan Gershon Wolf September 16, 2018 at 12:13 PM Susan, your words of encouragement are music to my ears. Thank you, as always. Best wishes, Gershon

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart September 14, 2018 at 9:29 AM She outgrew the quackery! Well written tale my dear poet. xomo! Gershon Wolf September 14, 2018 at 1:00 PM Thank you, as always, Maureen. Best wishes, Gershon

Mike Gentile September 14, 2018 at 8:10 AM There is much wisdom in your tale Gershon . so either she got her teeth fixed, got her hair done and put on some high heels and make up OR she was lucky enough to find some one who saw the beauty inside!! Great poem ! Gershon Wolf September 14, 2018 at 12:58 PM ---Or maybe it was a 'match made in Heaven.' Thanks for reading and commenting, Mike! ~ Gershon