Shorty

sorenbarrett

Stood only five foot tall with their back against the wall could best them all
As an oak in a hurricane stands, arms steel bands, grip of a vice in their hands
Worked more than any one, from dawn to setting sun, then they'd only begun
Knee deep in bogs on their back hauling logs, meaner than any junkyard dogs

Could out curse any man tongue of a rusty tin can words the devil would ban
At cards could deal knew how to steal, cooked a chef's saucier meal
Sharp as a razor blade, called a spade a spade could swindle and trade
Could out think and with nary a blink, could any one out smoke or drink 

Hard as nails soft as down, sometimes acted the clown, never sported a frown
Grew up wild, with heart tender, nature mild, so gentle with any child 
Body and face of Aphrodite, wearing her silk nighty, how I miss her god almighty

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  • arqios

    Oak stands tall in gale and storm,
    No tearing down what’s weather-worn.
    The flame still flickers in the night—
    A name we whisper, holds us tight.

    • sorenbarrett

      Ah Cryptic you're waxing poetic today. A poet's wisdom speaks cryptically but with clear eyesight knowing the essence of meaning. Thanks my friend for your read and understanding.

      • arqios

        Ah pleasure as always dear Soren 🕊️🙏🏻

      • Poetic Licence

        A very entertaining read, completely caught out by the ending, before then I was thinking this is how men used to be the past, as a lady it would be quite scary, really enjoyable read

        • sorenbarrett

          Thanks Tobani I appreciate the read and comment truth inspired as are most all poems.

          • Poetic Licence

            You are very welcome

          • MDStone

            Ah, the strength, comfort, protection, and passion of fighter. She knows what she wants and goes for it. Caught me off gaurd at the end, but I swear, I knew her sister. Enjoyed the read, Soren.

            • sorenbarrett

              Thanks so much MD in this day of political correctness and demanded equality there are some that find it on their own. I have known them. Appreciate the read and comment my friend.

            • David Wakeling

              she sounds like an amazing person. Wonderfully constructed poem.I thought the great Banjo Patterson would have loved this. Very enjoyable read

              • sorenbarrett

                Thanks so much David your review and words of encouragement are always deeply valued

              • Friendship

                Your poem triumphantly celebrates an extraordinary individual, referred to as "shorty," who shatters expectations through unwavering strength, unrelenting resilience, and profound complexity in character, emphasizing the beautiful blend of toughness and tenderness, and showcasing how this remarkable person navigates a challenging world with unbridled grace, exceptional skill, and captivating charisma.

                • sorenbarrett

                  Thank you Friendship for your read and words of support they are always valued

                • Tristan Robert Lange

                  Quite the goddess, Aphrodite. This is a powerful poem that, as I read it, speaks of resilience and strength, and a longing for someone who made quite a life long, loving impact. Well done, friend. 🌹👏

                  • sorenbarrett

                    Thanks so much Tristan I appreciate your read and comment. Such people come through our lives and leave their mark making us what we are.

                  • Salvia.S

                    This is a powerful and heartfelt poem—Shorty really comes to life in just a few lines. Well written!!!

                    • sorenbarrett

                      Thank you so much Salvia for your most appreciated read and kind comment of support and encouragement

                    • Lorenz

                      Some surrealistic accents inspired by '' Darker mind '' !

                      • sorenbarrett

                        Actually inspired by someone I knew. Thanks so much Lorenz for the read and comment it is always appreciated

                      • orchidee

                        Good write SB.

                        • sorenbarrett

                          Thanks Orchi as always appreciated

                        • Teddy.15

                          Is it Elena? 🌹 Oh your poetry is really flying my friend. Beautiful ❤️

                          • sorenbarrett

                            Thanks so much Teddy no it is someone I once knew. Appreciate the read and comment friend.

                          • NinjaGirl

                            Well done and well written!

                            • sorenbarrett

                              Thank you so much it is appreciated

                            • Goldfinch60

                              That protection is there for us all soren.

                              Andy

                              • sorenbarrett

                                Thank you Andy for your review it is most appreciated

                              • Tony Grannell

                                I, too, thought you were poetising about some hard man and then to discover it was a lady by Jove and a famous one at that - Aphrodite. It's great to be caught off guard especially after such a fine and powerful introduction. I was engrossed and then stunned, stunned in a delightful way. How I love a good surprise. A great poem.

                                Kind regards,
                                Tony.

                                • sorenbarrett

                                  Thanks so much for the read Tony it is always appreciated. In actuality it was about a woman I knew very well and not much exaggeration was needed to write it.



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