Edward Ibeh Poet Verse

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Underdogs

Why root
for underdogs?
Easy. They just don't quit;
odds against them, tremendous, yet...
these tough Rocky Balboas 
of the world fight 
to win.

Why root
for underdogs?
We see ourselves in them.
When they taste victory, we win.
Their survival instinct
is a treat to 
behold.

Why root 
for underdogs?
They often surprise, so... 
don't be quick to bet against them;
their determination,
surely second...
to none.

Why root
for underdogs?
They roll with the punches;
Davids at war with Goliaths,
at disadvantage, yet...
no fear shown, no...
retreat.

Why root 
for underdogs?
The question is why not?
After all, they give us their best!
Their heart is in the fight.
When they lose, they...
still win!


Submitted for...
Heptastich Poetry Contest
Sponsored by William Kekaula
Date written: 06/05/2021

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Kim Merryman June 12, 2021 at 2:18 PM I always support the underdog, probably because I've been one most of my life. Great poem, Edward! Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M Edward Ibeh October 10, 2021 at 2:59 PM Thank you very much, Kim:-)

Sam Kauffman June 9, 2021 at 9:17 AM So true Edward. These plucky, creative, make lemonade spirits are endless sources of motivation and encouragement - examples, ultimately, of the will to live, to survive, as reflections of our God who never gives in, gives up or quits! Congratulations on your win! Edward Ibeh June 9, 2021 at 10:22 AM Thanks so much for your visit and wonderful feedback, Sam:-) I appreciate the congrats!

Unseeking Seeker June 9, 2021 at 5:04 AM The never say die spirit! Congrats, Edward! Edward Ibeh June 9, 2021 at 10:24 AM Agreed. Thank you so much for dropping by, Seeker:-)

Christuraj Alex June 9, 2021 at 3:32 AM Beautifully written. Congratulations! Edward Ibeh June 9, 2021 at 4:12 AM Thank you, Christuraj:-) I appreciate it.

Jenna Logan June 9, 2021 at 1:56 AM Congratulations on your well written poem, Edward. Edward Ibeh June 9, 2021 at 4:11 AM Thank you very much, Jenna:-)

Beata Agustin June 9, 2021 at 1:39 AM Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this... triumphantly uplifting from the start til the end. God bless you. Edward Ibeh June 9, 2021 at 4:11 AM Thank you so much, Beata:-) Blessings to you, my friend.

William Kelii Kekaula June 8, 2021 at 11:22 PM A brilliant piece that was very well-crafted, Edward, articulates the Edwardian-wit and a Fave for me, I am grateful for your participation and my compliments on your placement my friend, Aloha! Edward Ibeh June 9, 2021 at 4:09 AM Thank you so much for my placement, the congratulations and the FAV , William:-) It was a pleasure participating in your contest, my friend. Aloha!

Gershon Wolf June 6, 2021 at 7:26 PM Agreed. Underdogs try harder. No quit in them! ~ gw Edward Ibeh June 6, 2021 at 8:14 PM Thanks so much for your visit and feedback, Gershon:-)

Joanna Daniel June 6, 2021 at 8:57 AM Brilliance shines through your pen, Edward, you are so very true about underdogs:) Edward Ibeh June 6, 2021 at 9:13 AM Thank you very much, Jo:-)

Heidi Sands June 6, 2021 at 7:51 AM This is great Edward! Well written. Good points. I hope you enjoy the day :) Edward Ibeh June 6, 2021 at 7:59 AM Thank you so much for the visit and wonderful feedback, Heidi:-)

Vijay Pandit June 6, 2021 at 4:54 AM Excellent write in this hard to execute form. Indeed we see ourselves in them--sentiments well expressed. Edward Ibeh June 6, 2021 at 6:38 AM Thank you so much, Vijay;-)

Terry Miller June 6, 2021 at 2:33 AM Excellent Heptastich well wrote GL in the contest. Edward Ibeh June 6, 2021 at 6:38 AM Thank you very much, Terry:-)