Why write a sonnet for a sonnet's sake?
The mist has lifted and the sun is warm
Within the earth and deep inside the corm
Life waits. See how the ripples on the lake
Reflect the light, and how the grasses shake
Why stay indoors and write so in a form
That long ago did take the world by storm
But now would barely make a baby wake?
Why not? The world's excitements pass me by
Its many problems, purposes, and pains
Can stay outside. The movements of the sky
Are moments, but the sonnet still remains
And anyway, that Shakespeare, what a guy!
Yeah, this one's a Petrarchan, she explains
© Gail Foster 15th February 2023
It all starts with you
Take the world by storm
Keep yourself occupied
Always be on the horn
Envision greatness
And be one of the best
Captivate your mind
Build on your success
Always prepare yourself
So you can do well
Continue to study harder
In order for you to excel
All of the tools are there
Reach out and continue to grab education
Take the world by storm
And be that bright sensation
You have the ability
Along with the proper education
Just take the world by storm
Continue to be the inspiration
Expand your horizons
Climb towards the stratosphere
Have that strong will
In order to rise up through the air
You think that you are going to have time
But, it will sadly run out
All that will be left is memories
Make the best of life as it comes about
Enjoy the precious moments
As they appear accordingly
Take the world by storm
And proceed carefully
Take the world by storm
Set goals and break boundaries
Be willing to embrace new challenges
Write your own summaries
Go through that path
And build yourself intellectually
Search for wisdom and understanding
Reach for prosperity
Think grand thoughts
And be somebody
Take the world by storm
Be skillful, be legendary
It is all within your grasp
Just rise up through the air
Let no one discourage you
Continue to climb those stairs
Utilize your gift
And do not waste your time
Take advantage of every opportunity
Along with responsibility
Be bold and fierce
Take the world by storm
Set your sights on making history
Reach for the victory
Jack comes from Liverpool, lives in Sheffield,
And was born on the 11th of May in 1995,
So he only just missed out on the 2012 field,
He plays table tennis, ranked 7 in class 5.
He attended a GB Development Camp 2006,
Where with others he did mix of his talent,
And won many county level games to affix,
Disabled people with the title of ambivalent.
He won the Junior, the Senior and the Open,
In 2013 he did take the world by storm, vigour,
And continued up the ranks in 2014 so to win,
Until he took bronze, Italy 2015, for his parlour.
He did well in Korea where TT is really theirs,
And is a staunch fan of Liverpool football club.
He inspired his sister to play and many others,
And his brother designs computer games, hub.
Just keep at it
Continue on with your passion
Maintain your focus
In spite of all the distractions
Take the world by storm
And carry out your mission
Believe that you can do it
Make sure that you have a sharp vision
Be patient and persistent
Possess a strong will
Believe that you can do it
Just put your mind to it
Take the world by storm
Learn as much as you can
Thrive on doing good
Be the spark that inspires your neighborhood
Be appreciative
Generate more harmony
The scenery will change
Live life completely
Time will fade
Moments become a memory
Take the world by storm
Rise up with endless energy
Society tries to determine for us what is right and what is wrong
And we are like pawns on a chess board just trying to play along
But it’s the rebel in us that they just don’t understand
As human being we refuse to just sit back and except all their demands
It is said to believe that all man are created equal
But there is a certain sence of control that resides in some people
In the end we will be judge by which we stand
And not by how well we were able to obey their commands
Yet there are some that live life without breaking any of the rules
Because they feel that there is nothing they have to prove
And then there are us with hearts that have no reguard
we live life as if there is no one in charge
As individuals we are suppose to take the world by storm
Or are you seriously ok with just being a pawn
If we sleep on opportunity how will we ever advance
Because there is not enough room in this world for a second chance
So we can choose to sit around and not use our voice
But God did give us freewill that means we do have a choice
And before the sun comes, could we hide?
Before the naive succumb, have we died?
It's not better off, I trust you my dear.
Oh how you scoff, when I'm to fear.
And tonight, we'll take the world by storm.
There's no fight, as Death takes my form.
My blood in your veins, your blood on the floor.
Your life now drains, you'll feel quite sore.
Oh darling if I could, you'd already be dead.
You really would, look better in red.
Take everything, take it all.
The pain you bring, takes the fall.
I cannot see, for the mourning light.
What we could be, shadows our foresight.
For this final kiss, I'll keep my eyes shut.
The longing I won't miss, so take your last cut.
Could you take my life, and save the world?
Would you be my wife, and stay my girl?
It's not better off, it's not better off...
One more night, one more fight.
Could you be the one, to take my heart?
Is my life done, would you know where to start?
This vanity, slowly breaks me.
Your sanity, is the master key.
And the bullets you chose, as sweet as a rose.
It's not better off, it's better off...
I didn't realize
how lazy I had become!
The marijuana smoke
blowing my mind,
like a loaded gun!!
Slept most the day,
mood swings for a hit,
kept close friends away.
Today I am clean
nothing stands in my way!!!
Ready to take the world by storm
I am normal now,
clear headed and back to form...
Dead end jobs and low wages cripple
I'm a family man now,
stifled it's simple!!!
Jared Pickett
5/28/2011
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