A Great Sport - Poetic Scan from a Loyal Fan

Poetry Month Challenge

Linda Ann Nickerson
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My favorite athlete is tall

But wears no uniform at all.

My childhood dreams appear in him,

A wonder far beyond all whim.

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His hair could rival Samson's mane,

Unscissored, difficult to tame.

He'll cast a glance to catch my eye,

Confused that others pass him by.

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A champion in his own right,

I love to watch this one take flight.

It's almost scary - watch him race,

Inviting others to give chase.

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And what comes after may surprise;

For reasons I cannot surmise,

He'll stop and stoop for me to climb

For quiet road trip, one more time.

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His purpose, though he seem untamed,

A-frolicking so unashamed,

Is found fulfilled between us too,

Not just collecting ribbons blue.

Published by Linda Ann Nickerson - Featured Contributor in Sports

Linda Ann Nickerson brings decades of reporting and a globally minded Midwestern perspective to a host of topics, balancing human interest with history, hard facts and often humor.  View profile

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  • Jointer West4/21/2010

    a horse? beautiful creatures.

  • 3lilangels4/15/2009

    real cool!

  • John Smither4/14/2009

    Great writing and a different twist to the more usual sports written or reported on!

  • Kay Whittenhauer4/14/2009

    Bravo! What a nice twist on the sports theme!

  • Lori Voth (Revezbelle)4/14/2009

    nice poetry.

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