The Maltese Legend Poem by Richard Wlodarski

The Maltese Legend

Rating: 5.0

The Maltese Legend

To Malta you were a real soccer legend
To Canadian Maltese a hero to the end
To me you were more than an entertaining friend

You and Brian taught me to shoot pool
In your school of calm and super cool
You taught me how to hold em and fold em
Win em and lose em in Texas Hold Em

Karaoke guy singing Leo Sayer
Making When I Need You quite a slayer
Over a beer or two at Chris' bar
You the pool shark and karaoke star

Crossing Guard leading children to safety
In winter's bitter cold and misery
A hero to them, mothers and fathers
And to me and several others

Richard Wlodarski (c) 2026

Saturday, February 7, 2026
Topic(s) of this poem: fathers,hero,mothers,soccer
POET'S NOTES ABOUT THE POEM
Another friend has left this 'mortal coil'. RIP, Charlie!
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Rose Marie Juan-austin 11 February 2026

A very touching and wonderful tribute. His good works defy his death. May he Rest In Peace.

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Richard Wlodarski 02 March 2026

As always, Rose Marie, your caring and positive constructive criticism is always so very welcomed. Your second sentence is very inspirational. Thank you so very kindly!

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M.J. Lemon 10 February 2026

A brilliant tribute, Richard.

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Richard Wlodarski 02 March 2026

Thanks so very much, M.J.!

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Belle Wassermeister 07 February 2026

Nice tribute, Richard! It's nice to have heroes.

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Richard Wlodarski 02 March 2026

Happy that you liked it, Belle. If it weren't for heroes, life might be a little dull.

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Kevin Patrick II 07 February 2026

Sorry for your loss Richard, I wish you the best, I am glad though your friend still lives on in these beautiful words.

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Richard Wlodarski 02 March 2026

2) So many thanks for adding this poem to your favourites, Kevin!

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Richard Wlodarski 02 March 2026

Thank you for your condolences, Kevin. Sensitive reply that's greatly appreciated, my friend.

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