Will you remember me when I have gone
As the man who was good at getting things done?
The one who was always creating a stir,
Causing people to say "Get out of my hair"!
Someone once said I was like a log fire,
Giving comfort and warmth, of which
friends never tire.
Uplifted by laughter, with troubles all shared
And a sympathy felt by all people who cared.
Yes! .... that is the picture I'd like you to take
To St Peter who's waiting for us, at his gate.
I'm sure if we tell him of our worldly deeds
He will fling wide the gate and go down
on his knees.
Hey! Wait just a minute ... It's me who has died,
Your eyes are wide open, you're very alive.
So go back and tell them you truthfully tried
To bring back home the message of love minus pride.
Reliable? ... yes, argumentative? ... sure,
He was solid, not quirky, and rarely a bore.
Loved laughter and felt melancholy no more.
Lived life at a canter .... well that's what life's for!
If then you should ask me what words I would say
When breathing my last and fading away.
On my headstone, carved neatly, I'd like if I may
Two words "CARPE DIEM" which means
"SEIZE THE DAY".
What did you think
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Wow this is pretty damn amazing, Seriously this is one of the best poems I have read this week. your rhyme scheme flows so freely and your theme has such a strong and vibrant message, one everybody should follow! I love this so much!
Brie
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Welcome to Allpoetry Dan. It is rather coincidental that I too have written a poem with this title ! I like the poem and fully endorse the line "Loved laughter and felt melancholy no more..". We must all choose to live our lives to their full potential. I do feel, however, that the rhyme gets in the way a little. You have the ability to write free verse - worth a try ?
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