I wanted everything and I needed nothing.

Youth is the sweetest wine. No fear of failure and fearless in the game of love.

                      I wanted everything and I needed nothing.

Dancing on the edge.
Using and abusing woman without regret.
Giving enough to birth passion and running for the door before the morning light.

Many kinds of greed in life.
Good booze and easy woman lead a man to a destine hell.
Greed lead you to the lonely and sad road.

You must decide.
I watched my father drink himself to death.
In my youth. The Hemingway's ending was my goal.
Enjoy life, drink and test life.

I wanted everything and I needed nothing.
One day I awoke alone and with no purpose.
Put two brothers into graves. They decided suicide was better than life.
I had a 30-30 rifle sitting on the kitchen table.

I was saved by good friends.
I put away the booze and the 30-30.
I gave everything away I had.
Escape to the California coastline and had nothing but a old Dodge truck and chance.

Today I have enough and take what I need.
Greed can't make you happy.
I was lucky.
I learn to appreciate good friends and understand.
You can't walk alone in this world.
Need a lifetime love to keep you balanced and secure.

Once I wanted everything and I needed nothing.
I learn I need laughter of children at my feet to have a complete life.
 Thank you for reading
                             Coyote


 

Author's Note

Been thinking too hard today.

Reviews

[Criss ;)]

Again well written fella......great write, i liked this write. you know what fella, i loved this one
I was saved by good friends.
I put away the booze and the 30-30.
I gave everything away I had.
Escape to the California coastline and had nothing but a old Dodge truck and chance.....
well expressedyour thoughts here, great write once again

have a nice wrintin'
have this 91.9/100 :)

take care...fella...!!

[Muse]

Good booze and easy woman lead a man to a destine hell. "destined"

Wish I could share a song with you...this writing made me think of "Simple man", I will find it, post it on your wall.

I smiled for you after reading this...I do believe you found your peace.

[Daniel K]

Only just set up my account and this is the first poem I have read on this website. I must say I found it fantastic. It sounds to me like you now find yourself in a happy place after years of turmoil. I hope it stays this way for you!

[Leslie Philibert]

A poet that I often read over the years,and a poet I have always liked, and a excellent reviewer too,one who takes time and care to read carefully,one who is measured in his judgements.This is a fine poem,Coyote is not only a good poet,he is a good American poet who has a fine ear and a tuned pen for his country.Great job.

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Leslie. You are very kind. I appreciate the kind words.

[Thomas Fitzgerald]

Hello darling, I find this piece crafted and full of mirrored thoughts about ones life and need to break off from such things, well done, good read.

[Sheila Kline]

You indicate you have been thinking too hard, but it is apparent you are keenly aware of how the past has been left where it belongs - in the past. You have moved on with the knowledge of how to treat others, realizing your mistakes, and being such a phenomenal man in your adulthood, and the knowledge of your complete life with your children!!
A wonderful write that many of us shall surely relate to my friend!!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. A widow into your life and the youth message within this write is amazing. Very straightforward and honest with regrets that teach us all good lessons for the future. I'm pretty sure you are a great example and an inspiration to your family members. Thank you for sharing...Well penned...:)

[ReaThoughts]

I loved this. It's honesty and rawness make for a fantastic read. I find it interesting that you address the reader at the end and sign off as it were a letter. Thank you for sharing.

[Ravyne Hawke]

This is beautiful and a bit melancholy. You bring good messages to this write: the need of good friendships, that greed is never the answer, and good companionship makes life livable. Great imagery helps to easily make this a favorite of mine. Thanks for this thought-provoking poem.

[Coyote Poetry]

Thank you Lori for reading. On vacation this week. My goal one poem a day. Regret teaches us to be better people.

[Ravyne Hawke]

Yes, regret is a good teacher. Good luck with the writing dear. I look forward to reading.