I'm Wealthier Than You Thought Poem by Mike Smith
I'm Wealthier Than You Thought
I've a house to come home to
And there's food to make dinner
I've got friends by the score
Who are (mostly) non-sinners
I've got freedom to move
And a truck that will drive me
I've got a favorite bar
Even if it is divey
I take pleasure in writing
Find beauty in nature
I've a wonderful family
For who my love for is major
I've a job that I love
And a paycheck that's plenty
For my purposes 'coz
My expenses aren't many
I seek wisdom from elders
And from children alike
And though its tires are flat
I've a really nice bike
I am happy most days
In most things I find pleasure
And the climes that I live in
Bring on various weather
I rejoice in my hometown
I love where I came from
I've a mouth harp I play
As my good buddies strum
A healthy sense of humor
I find anything funny
There are people so poor
All they have is there money
The more I read of you Mike, the more I feel that you are a really humble, kind, empathitic human being.. I enjoy your poems a great deal and you stand amongst the my favourite member poets here.. Wonderful work mate.. I am glad I have come across your poems..
Thank you Souren. Knowing that my thoughts resonate with someone else is greatly encouraging to me. And for the record, the feeling is mutual friend.
You used the word score as a unit of measurement in a poem.: -) I haven't done that for a fortnight. You are a wealthy man, Mike. And a great poet/philosopher/person/ginger Keep 'em coming
I am fortunate beyond my deserving. I am humbled by my position in life. wealth is something perceived and not something earned. Your comments, as always, are greatly appreciated Kelly. Thank you
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Your poem has a nice beat- -it would sound good recited, accompanied by a jaw harp, of course. Your poem is clever, funny, and has a strong finish. Like the poet, your poem doesn't take itself too seriously. Good work.
It was meant to be light hearted as you said. At the same time I believe it to be true, some of the 'wealthiest' people out there don't enjoy there extravagant lives nearly as much as I do my modest one. Thank you Brian.