The eyes open from a deep dream filled sleep,
Dreams of joys and wonders that had filled his life.
His life’s work, now at an end, work he had enjoyed
But now completed, leaving time for complete relaxation.
Time to do the things he wants and wanted.
The things that became rushed while at work
Now able to be done with ease, and time to spare.
That time for a gentle stroll in the park,
Enjoying the open space but filled with children’s laughter.
The café by the River where he stops for coffee
Looking at the water, gently gliding by.
The slow walk around the town,
Looking in shops, talking to friends he meets on the way,
No hurry to get away, no pressure.
Lunch beckons, so into the pub he goes
A place where he is known as a gentle soul
Who has time for everybody, and his company enjoyed by all.
A pint, maybe two to wash down a simple repast.
Chatting to and laughing with friends.
Lunch over so back home for a rest.
Changed into comfortable relaxing clothes
Music fills the air as he settles down to read.
The rest changes to a short nap.
Awaking again the music still a joy,
He listens to the notes entering his mind,
So relaxed, so happy? So alone!
His wife now the angel seen in his dreams.
Their life so happy together,
But now he is on his own.
He must move on though
Until he at last comes to her again,
In that place where loved ones meet forever.
But at the moment he is doomed to be:
A man of infinite leisure.
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Author:
Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: This is the second of the poems that I wrote. When I first wrote this it just came to me until the last few lines when my mind gave me two endings, I didn't know which one to write so I wrote both endings, one on each poem. I know that there is one person on the site who will probably relate to the ending on this one and I am sorry if it upsets that person.
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I was waiting to read this and I'm not disappointed. This is one side of the reality which many of us will face at some time or other.
Thank you Michael, this does happen and the two poems showed both sides of what may be the way in anybodies life.
I'm 'doomed' to be a man of infinite porkies and sherries. Not that it bothers me. hic! heehee.
That is an excellent alternative ending, because loss is ever present, I see it in my friends, who have lost someone and just sometimes it makes me hold my love extra close. Phil.G
I like this one, of the two, maybe because I relate more to this. My tag line is ,"I have no commitments." Retirement gives us those freedoms, but they are mostly offset by old age. I liked how you presented this, by showing, more or less, a day in his life. Well done. - Phil A.
Thank you for your kind comments Phil, much appreciated.
Hello Goldfinch60 A gentleman of leisure strolls eloquently through this poetic passage of bliss, though sadly, with a damaged heart. A very fine poem indeed and a delight to read. Regards, Tony.
Thank you Tony, I am glad you enjoyed it.
Very poignant last two lines. A perfect ending. (though the last version was very good d i prefer this one as it has a bit more 'bite'). Well done!
Thank you Garry, much appreciated.
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