The Stroll

Poem about a man that was never fully noticed during his lifetime.

It’s the simplicity in life that always peeks through

I once knew a man

Who went about his own way

His rules

His path

No one can read into this complex mind

But there’s always a smile

A gesture that sometimes reminds us of our misfortunes and struggles

But he keeps strolling

And here we stand dazed and confused

Or maybe just dazed and blazed

Wanting the next

Wanting the now

I once knew a man

Who offered a friendly hello

To those he passed by

Too quick for a response

He keeps on strolling

We stay stranded

Finding the words that guide us

I once knew a man

Who helped an elderly woman across the street

He kept walking before a thank you was offered

There’s purity in his actions

But no one will ever see it

That’s ok

No one needs to know

He’ll keep strolling

Because that’s what he does

I once knew a man

Who walked in the distance

Leaving us curious to his existence

He leaves a legacy of positivity 

that most of us will never realize

But he was never in it for the glory

It’s the only thing he ever knew

I once knew a man

Author's Note

Any feedback is welcome. Thanks!

Reviews

[A Ghost of Myself]

This man is someone we should all aspire to be, no need for recognition, just happy to live life and to help others. I would recommend spacing before each 'I once knew a man' (after the initial) Only because it would bring greater impact on your previous ending line, thus causing the reader to pause for just a split section and absorb, but just a suggestion.

[Voiceless]

Ahhh that makes perfect sense. Thank you for your suggestion. Greatly appreciated.

[Valentine]

I once knew a man who taught me how to be a strong, moral honest person. HE WAS THE GREATEST MAN HERE ON EARTH, MY DADDY. My husband came pretty darn close to him.. I also once knew a man. Valentine I liked this write.