Gershon Wolf Poet Pantoum

We'Ve Reviewed Your Resume, And--

We've reviewed your resume, and...
It's only one job, after all.
...While your qualifications are impressive,...
I can always apply for another, of course.

It's only one job, after all.
...We don't have an opening for you at this time...
I can always apply for another, of course.
...We'll keep your resume on file, however...

...We don't have an opening for you at this time...
Jobs are a lot like buses, actually.
...We'll keep your resume on file, however...
If I miss this one, I'll just catch the next one.

Jobs are a lot like buses, actually.
...And we'll contact you in the future...
If I miss this one, I'll just catch the next one.
...should a job matching your qualifications open up...

Then again, if the bus drivers go on strike--
...While your qualifications are impressive...
~ I'd be toast, wouldn't I?
...We've reviewed your resume, and...

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Jeff Kyser February 22, 2022 at 6:55 AM ha! great job on an imperfect pantoum? Can one ever write a perfect imperfect pantoum? That's a weird form, isn't it? I imagine this is a bit of a trick to write and have it make sense. Nice job! Gershon Wolf February 23, 2022 at 6:36 PM I actually have found pantoums fairly easy, esp. compared to some other forms on the Soup. Try one, Jeff. You'll do great, I'm sure! :) Gershon

Krish Radhakrishna February 22, 2022 at 5:36 AM Gershon this is a great poem!! And underlines the problems qualified youngsters face!! Adding to my fav! Gershon Wolf February 23, 2022 at 6:31 PM Thanks for the enthusiasm for this one, Krish, and especially for the fave. Much appreciated, Gershon

John Lawless May 10, 2018 at 7:28 AM ...after further review....some kudos are due....some falsified praise....as we still can't use you....Well, I got a good chuckle out of this one ...well done Gershon Wolf May 11, 2018 at 2:11 AM I think that I got an even bigger chuckle out of your comment. It was spot-on,...precisely targeted---bullseye, John! Kudos to you! I absolutely treasure your visits. Very much appreciated. ~ Gershon

Mike Gentile May 7, 2018 at 9:23 AM Wow, this hits, close to home, just a perfect expression of disappointment and the struggle to remain positive, Excellent !!! Gershon Wolf May 7, 2018 at 10:13 AM Thanks so much, Mike. We have been through it recognize the travail and the trauma...Best always, Gershon

Michelle Faulkner May 7, 2018 at 8:56 AM Ah, yes, brings back so many memories of the frustration and rejection of job hunting, especially if you have to take the bus, as I did for so many years! Gershon Wolf May 7, 2018 at 10:15 AM Yup! You were a real trooper, I'm sure, Michelle---and those were not, perhaps, the 'good old days,' were they? (I know they weren't for me!). Thank for reading and for your review! :) gw

Line Gauthier May 6, 2018 at 8:30 PM Well done, Gershon. Love how this captures the whole frustrating feeling of job hunting. Being older has its advantages... retirement for one! Gershon Wolf May 6, 2018 at 9:38 PM You're so right, Line...Job hunting is especially hard for those seeking their first position in non-STEM positions. At least, it is in the USA. Sooooooo frustrating for so many. Thank you for your kind words, as always! Best wishes, gw