Premiere Contest WinnerThe Rio Games

The Olympic  games are ending soon,
Oh, what a show it's been,
With athletes losing gracefully
And gracious when they win.

Bringing honor to their countries,
Their families and their sports.
Behind the scenes they mingle 
And listen to reports.

USA gymnasts are a wonder,
They have gobbled up the gold.
The tales of these fearless athletes
Will be told and retold.

If only nations followed
The examples of their youth,
Problems would be solved without a war.
We'd be winners in all truth.

Before next games in 2020
May the world find a lasting peace
And leaders who've learned lessons
And formed friendships such as these.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Dalei Avatar
September 13, 2016 at 5:45 AM
Well drafted poem all about olympic. Ur encouraging sentences are valuable to encourage players. keep on writing my dear mother.............//:) A son from India// Manmath.
Garcia Avatar
September 8, 2016 at 3:59 PM
A beautiful write, Ms Johnson. If only your words could reach the right ears. I was watching the news this morning in Houston and they were already talking about how Simmone should go About "cashing in" on her gold medals. It's a shame we can't ever let beauty shine for the sake of shining bright.
Kimathi Avatar
September 6, 2016 at 8:43 AM
Greetings, Joyce. Congrats for your well, deserved first placement in the contest!! ;-)
Neumann Avatar
September 6, 2016 at 4:29 AM
Congratulations on you win. The true Olympic Motto. We should not give up hope. Kai
Haight Avatar
September 5, 2016 at 12:57 PM
Joyce, congratulations on your Trophy First Place win in the 'Olympic Mania' contest! Your poem imaged the spirit of this year's event. Your last two stanzas express so much wisdom and hope...if only... Hugs, Sandra
U.D Palawon  Avatar
September 5, 2016 at 4:49 AM
This is warm tribute to athletes! Congrats on your 1st place! Sunita :)
Allison Avatar
September 5, 2016 at 3:00 AM
Many congrats on your top spot Joyce - the final stanza - oh how wonderful that would be if it came true. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the games Joyce - there were very many special memorable moments.:-) hugs Jan xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 5, 2016 at 12:31 AM
Oh Joyce, this poem is just wonderful! Your ending had me tearing up! I watched the Olympics in awe of the talent and America's teams made me feel so proud. I love this beautiful poem and I am so happy to see it take first prize my friend. Congratulations! This is a fave for me! 7 ; )
White Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 11:53 PM
Congratulations on winning the contest with your beautiful poem :)
Poteet Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 11:03 PM
Reasoned thinking, Joyce on the Olympians who spend their waking hours on developing their skills. You have us wondering if our nation's leaders had such dedication, what our country could become. Congrats on your top win.
Rodrigues Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 9:33 PM
Congratulations on your top win!
Scars Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 9:04 PM
Joyce, congrats on your well deserved top placement lovely lady! :)-luloo
Medders Tobechi Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 8:53 PM
Congratulations on your first place win. Great write and thanks for being in my contest Ms. Joyce.
Johnson Avatar
September 4, 2016 at 11:36 PM
thank you Janis for liking my entry and it was a lovely and timely contest. Love, Joyce
DiMino Avatar
August 28, 2016 at 11:01 PM
They were great games to watch. Very well written! The people of nations do not cause conflict, but power hungry politicians are at the route of evil. Many start off well intended, but sell their souls little by little, till they are all lies.
Horne Avatar
August 23, 2016 at 3:51 PM
lovely wise words, my friend. Hope you're well & enjoying your garden xx
May Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 2:55 PM
Wonderful write Joyce....best wishes..
Smith Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 2:24 PM
I so agree...it was nice when the two runners who collided helped each other finish the race even though they knew they weren't going to win the race. They are the real winners in my book.
Bauer Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 2:08 PM
yes, joyce, how wonderful that would be! i enjoyed your poem as i'm enjoying watching the olympics...
Mittal Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 1:16 PM
Interesting and fun with a wonderful message!
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