A Truly Wealthy Man Poem by Alan Cooper

A Truly Wealthy Man

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I know of men, of untold wealth
Who are as miserable as sin,
Whilst I, although in most unceratin health
Are surrounded by loving kin.
Three generations of my genes
With smiles and cheeerful care,
Pay heed, to every wish, and need,
Make me most welcome there.
Such families are rare these days
Most are selfish, full of greed,
Undeserving, of any praise,
Heedless of others' need.
But Celtic blood flows through our veins,
Whence comes comes the mystic care.
Celtic love, it knows no reins,
It's steadfast, always there.
Am I, not more wealthy then
Than all these richer men?

Wednesday, November 23, 2016
Topic(s) of this poem: father and son
POET'S NOTES ABOUT THE POEM
In memory of my Father Francis W T Cooper
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Kim Barney 23 November 2016

Welcome to Poem Hunter! This poem gives you a great start, as it is extremely well done. Looking forward to reading more of your poems in the future. I especially liked those last two lines. A great ending!

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Rajnish Manga 23 November 2016

This is the poet's tribute to his loving father who nurtured the values of righteousness in life. More than the worldly wealth and riches, he became righteous and thus a wealthy man. Loved it.

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