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(Entry for the 5-Liner on Your Life Poetry Contest, Sponsor: Andrea Dietrich, submitted March 14, 2025)

The Joy of my Life

The great joy of my life is the stage,
singing and acting, regardless of age.
Starting at age sixteen,
five decades on, I'm still keen.
With an audience, I love to engage!
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Dietrich Avatar
March 22, 2025 at 3:21 PM
It's so cool you are an actor. My nephew performed in local theater and loves it. Congrats in my contest.
Healey Avatar
March 22, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Thank you, Andrea. Acting and singing have been lifelong activities for me and I hope to continue for as long as I can. I’m delighted to hear about your nephew. Cheers from Canada.
Cunningham Avatar
March 15, 2025 at 2:58 PM
What a beautiful life you are having Jim, you bring pleasure to many, that's a wonderful thing you are doing entertaining the folks in their twilight years. Best of luck in the contest. Enjoy your weekend. Tom
Healey Avatar
March 15, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Thank you very much, Tom. I’m glad that I’m still able to contribute. You have a good weekend too!
Rodrigues Avatar
March 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM
How wonderful!
Healey Avatar
March 14, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Thank you, Kim.
M  Avatar
March 14, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Thats really lovely Jim….l remember you telling me about your acting and stage life! That will keep you young for sure! Debx
Healey Avatar
March 14, 2025 at 7:36 PM
I recently joined a singing group that performs in seniors homes, particularly for people with dementia. It is not only fun, but also very fulfilling. It feels wonderful to know that I can still entertain and, at the same time, make a worthwhile contribution to society.
Allison Avatar
March 14, 2025 at 3:06 PM
oh how wonderful Jim, proof we should follow our dreams:-) hugs jan xx
Healey Avatar
March 14, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Although I have done some professional work as an entertainer, I have mostly done it for the sheer joy that comes with performing in front of a live audience. It still gives me a thrill - even after almost 50 years. Take care, Jan. Nice to hear from you.
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