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The Silver Ghost

I find it so strange that I live in a place Where value is counted by lines on a face Where age and its wisdom mean nothing to most With silver haired beings unseen,, like a ghost For youth and its glory will not last for long And one day, the mirror will not get it wrong And so by the number of lines I’ve achieved The riches I’ve gained the losses I’ve grieved Being ghosted or not I must be content In knowing my value one hundred percent

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Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 10/22/2022 11:35:00 PM

My mother use to say something along these lines Mike, and oh, so true! I agree with Harry, if I could vote for a POTD I would. Well done!

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/23/2022 5:51:00 AM

Thank you BJ xxoo

Ts Poetry

Date: 10/22/2022 11:37:00 AM

Exactly, it's what lies inside that truly counts Mike

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/23/2022 5:52:00 AM

Thank so much TS!!!

Deb M

Date: 10/22/2022 7:06:00 AM

Hey Mike….it is a plastic pretentious world we live in with everything captured on phones and social media. Sad and such a shame! Beautifully written Mike….Debx

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/23/2022 5:52:00 AM

Thanks so much Deb xxoo

Harry Horsman

Date: 10/20/2022 8:18:00 PM

Oh this is so apt, Mike, for me, the poetry superb, the truth in every word, going to my favourites. This should be POTD, it is so special.

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/21/2022 10:54:00 AM

Thank you so much Harry!!

I Am Anaya

Date: 10/19/2022 5:32:00 PM

I love the Silver Ghost, for his gentle spirit is what makes me love him so. The face is telling, and one should be so lucky to have yours! ~A friend, Anaya .... PS. still owe you a garden party!

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/19/2022 6:47:00 PM

So sweet and kind are you Anaya!!! You made me smile xxoo

Michael Tor

Date: 10/19/2022 4:11:00 PM

Your lines reflect wisdom in this creative and wonderful theme my friend. Pleasure to read...

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/19/2022 6:48:00 PM

Michael, thank you so much!!!

Shirley Hawkins

Date: 10/19/2022 4:01:00 PM

It would be lovely if more people shared your opinion on getting old, Mike. At 85 I have earned every wrinkle and grey hair I have and do not wish to look like an 85 year old Barbie doll. Age may fade your looks and slow you down but if you are alive you are entitled to some recognition. Thank you, Mike. I enjoyed reading your very understanding poem very much. Take care, ( Very Old Duck, lol )

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/19/2022 6:49:00 PM

I knew you’d like understand Shirley!!! Thank you xxoo

Charles Messina

Date: 10/19/2022 4:07:00 AM

You're awesome, Mike. This is so good! "Value is counted by lines on a face" great lines throughout...way to make my morning my friend! Charlie

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/19/2022 4:28:00 AM

Thank you Charlie, I always appreciate your kind words! Happy Wednesday!!

Heidi Sands

Date: 10/18/2022 9:34:00 AM

Great one Mike. Nice ending too. Happy Tuesday :)

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/18/2022 11:17:00 AM

Thanks Heidi, Happy Tuesday xxoo

L Milton Hankins

Date: 10/18/2022 8:27:00 AM

Ah, Mike, you've hit the nail right on the head. I really like this poem because I can relate to every line of it. The rhythm is great, too. A FAVE for me

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/18/2022 11:17:00 AM

Thanks Milt!!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 10/18/2022 7:26:00 AM

Being young slim and beautiful is the way we should be according to the media who have a lot to answer for. Everyone regardless of age is precious in my eyes. Well written Mike, hope your week is off to a good start. Tom

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/18/2022 11:18:00 AM

Thanks Tom, a great week to you too!!

Jenna Logan

Date: 10/18/2022 6:29:00 AM

We live in a vain society that seems to appreciate beauty and money, and silver-haired people no longer have value. Isn't that a pitiful way to judge a being's worth? Glad you've pointed that out, Mike.

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/18/2022 11:18:00 AM

Thank you Jenna, Happy Tuesday xxoo

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 10/18/2022 6:03:00 AM

(Smiles) ~ enjoyed!

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/18/2022 11:17:00 AM

Thank you so much!!