The World Cup

The world's abuzz with soccer
Though I couldn't give a hoot.
I wouldn't even have a clue
For which team I should root.

The bars are packed with rousing fans;
I don't begrudge their cheers,
But I prefer a tennis match
To savor with my beers.

I'd also watch the Yankees play
'Cause baseball's what I know,
Though baseball-haters claim the game's
Inordinately slow.

So while the teams do battle
With the World Cup as the prize,
I'll find a book or other show
To occupy my eyes.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Callus Avatar
June 24, 2014 at 7:20 AM
Lovely write, Ilene! You will score high with some, for sure! Luckily people have different tastes....and that keeps the world turning! // paul
Johnson Avatar
June 23, 2014 at 3:19 PM
GOAL! :)
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