Watching the Olympics

Watching the Olympics,
Streaming live or on TV,
Is quite thrilling and amazing,
All that it’s supposed to be.

The stories and performances
Are poignant and exciting;
The ceremonies and the medals
Psyching and uniting.

Despite the talk of Zika
And the crime on Rio’s streets,
The competition’s given us
Some television treats.

So play on, all you athletes;
We’re in awe of what you do
And are grateful that what you achieve
Is there for us to view.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Rigoler Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 7:50 PM
I'm not a sports freak, but I do enjoy the more "artsy" sports – diving, gymnastics, etc. As a young man I was a figure skater and loved it. Now I have to watch my every step. You're the Irma B. of Poetry Soup. / M
Allison Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 3:49 AM
I've been on the edge of my seat watching the amazing TV coverage even staying up till 3am to watch Adam Peaty win gold:-) Great tribute poem Ilene:-) hugs jan xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 9:25 PM
So far it has been so impressive to watch Ilene and I am proud that America is doing so well. I enjoyed your tribute to it! ; ) 7
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 7:50 PM
I agree. I have been watching and love the excitement. This is a true poem and I like it very much, Ilene.
Curtis Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 7:35 PM
I love Rio. My wife is Basilian, and this poem is beautiful and uplifting, thanks for sharing this Gem, ILene
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