When You Were King

Shirley Shuler on Jul 25, 2010

For a friend.

Times are not what they use to be

People are not what they use to be

A far cry from the man you use to be

I say to you, stand-up

Do not lie down with shame and pity

Wear your years like a badge of honor

Use your wisdom like a fine carved tool

Pick-up your dignity from the ground

Brush the foot prints off your pride

Turn around, look the world in the eye

Message received

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PARAM on Jul 25, 2010
very nice stuff. Thanks for Sharing.
Anuradha Ramkumar on Jul 25, 2010
You wrote a beautiful poem about what I was thinking. I did’t know how to express it as a poem. Thnx friend.
giftarist on Jul 25, 2010
Powerful message. Great share, friend.
Ruby Hawk on Jul 25, 2010
Great message for anyone feeling used up and worn out.
Tulan on Jul 25, 2010
It happens, sometimes the hardships are too much but often it’s depression and a doctors help is needed.
webseowriters on Jul 26, 2010
Very nice poem indeed, thanks for sharing
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nafisa noronha on Jul 27, 2010
hey you are really good…….

Hi there!