Saturday, June 27, 2015

to create a fortune westward bound

                                                                                           Attribution: Mauro Cateb
Image Gold and Diamond Ring (here)

just where does the wind blow
on an early summer morning
blinkered looks that sadly glow
empty pockets sincerely hoping

expectations run high quietly vying
to create a fortune westward bound
'go west young man' constantly goading
where riches-lining pavements are found

some get bored will sadly discover
unwittingly they let slip opportunities
but those who painstakingly endeavor
will rise atop a pile of sanity

tremendous luck will give a hand
but luck alone flows a trifle slow
nothing like using the head and mind
as working smart steals the show

For Vinay's hosting A Prompt a Day #28
Set the Challenge Sunday #4  -  the westbound train
and Mary's at PU's Poetry Pantry #258
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35 comments:

  1. totomaiJune 27, 2015 at 11:59 PM

    What's on the other side? No one can exactly say what it is as it takes lots of courage and determination to go on that journey. And most of the times, it's not all about success. You have to do your part to achieve and realize that dream of yours.

    Well-written, Hank,

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  2. Old EggJune 28, 2015 at 12:05 AM

    Often journeys like this were undertaken because there was no choice unless one dared. It is one good facet of mankind to go beyond what was thought possible. Great read.

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  3. Sumana RoyJune 28, 2015 at 1:20 AM

    very true...luck definitely gives a hand to the one using head and mind...

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  4. Rosemary Nissen-WadeJune 28, 2015 at 1:35 AM

    Ah yes, work is essential, and few pavements are truly gold-lined. I do like the idea of working smarter (if only I could ever figure out how, lol).

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  5. nashvillecats2June 28, 2015 at 1:59 AM

    A good write Hank, thought provoking also.
    Enjoy your Sunday,
    Yvonnne.

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  6. J Cosmo NewberyJune 28, 2015 at 2:29 AM

    Luck is good, if it smiles on you, but not a good strategy to rely on.

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  7. Jae RoseJune 28, 2015 at 2:59 AM

    Yes smart not greedy is a good approach better to have real wealth not superficial sparkles...

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  8. Sanaa RizviJune 28, 2015 at 3:21 AM

    nothing like using the head and mind
    as working smart steals the show

    Loved the closing lines and the message it conveyed. Excellent write :D

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  9. Peter CoddleJune 28, 2015 at 4:15 AM

    In the end, nothing beats hard work and application.

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  10. MaryJune 28, 2015 at 4:22 AM

    Yes, there is always a bit of luck in whatever happens to a person.

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  11. Brian MillerJune 28, 2015 at 4:27 AM

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  12. brudbergJune 28, 2015 at 4:28 AM

    Maybe luck will find the one that's moving at least,

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  13. XJune 28, 2015 at 4:30 AM

    I would be in it for the adventure.
    It takes faith, work and someone willing to risk it.
    I would not be in it for the fortune though
    that is so fleeting.

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  14. UnknownJune 28, 2015 at 4:32 AM

    Still, one must go west, metaphorically or not, and seek...

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  15. BlogorattiJune 28, 2015 at 5:05 AM

    Working smart is a good thing indeed. Great piece.

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  16. NatašekJune 28, 2015 at 5:11 AM

    no matter which way, there is wisdom to be found.. love those closing lines.

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  17. Kerry O'ConnorJune 28, 2015 at 5:16 AM

    Lovely use of words and rhymes, Hank.

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  18. Alex J. CavanaughJune 28, 2015 at 5:53 AM

    Need to be smart or opportunities will be missed.

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  19. Pat HattJune 28, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    The head and mind are key, beat the made up word like luck any day

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  20. Holy Ghost WriterJune 28, 2015 at 6:23 AM

    Using your head can go a long way

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  21. C.C.June 28, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    Love this brilliant line: "but luck alone flows a trifle slow" :-)

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  22. Myrna R.June 28, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    Yes, luck can be slow and ambition is not enough. Combine both with smarts and one may succeed. I like this poem very much. It's message goes beyond the surface.

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  23. ZQJune 28, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    Yup! Working hard does steal the show... hahaha
    ZQ

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  24. Sherry Blue SkyJune 28, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    Luck plus some darned hard work....great wisdom here, Hank!

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  25. Wendy BourkeJune 28, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    The grass is always greener, as they say. I thought the cadence in this piece was bang on. The first stanza is awesome. One of my faves of yours, Hank.

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  26. Donna@LivingFromHappinessJune 28, 2015 at 4:39 PM

    Hank these are such true words indeed...

    'but luck alone flows a trifle slow
    nothing like using the head and mind
    as working smart steals the show'

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  27. TruedessaJune 28, 2015 at 5:45 PM

    Opportunities do come and go and one needs to be on top of the game
    to succeed. To me there is more to life than a fistful of gold. A little fortune
    would be nice though, I do believe a bit of luck helps in the journey west.
    I really enjoyed this one Hank and perseverance will get you to #1 . smiling.
    Have a great day Hank!

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  28. JayJune 28, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    I know...maybe...four hard working people. This poem reminded me of them.

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  29. Gen Giggles June 29, 2015 at 5:36 AM

    Great imagery.

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  30. Brother OllieJune 29, 2015 at 6:18 AM

    cool piece: i really dig this line: "but luck alone flows a trifle slow" - ain't that the truth!

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  31. Eileen T O'Neill .....June 29, 2015 at 10:41 AM

    Hank,

    Sometimes the faraway thoughts of riches can look enticingly good and filled with promises; unfortunately the reality can be very different, once there. So many failed hopes, but, at times, good fortune is returned, usually with lots of hard work!
    Eileen

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  32. Gillena CoxJune 29, 2015 at 12:12 PM

    I agree 'work smart' or its gonna be lsbour and toil

    Have a nice week

    Much love...

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  33. Magical Mystical TeacherJune 30, 2015 at 5:36 AM

    A little luck and a lot of hard work seems to be the formula that gets us through life.

    No Idea (Longer Poem)

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  34. humbirdJune 30, 2015 at 6:03 AM

    I like the encouragement ''go west young man''...just I would add the heart to head for 'working smart' ~ feels a great energy here, Hank!

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  35. LocomenteJuly 2, 2015 at 4:11 AM

    Well said... You have conveyed the little secret for both life and success :)

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