I Wish

Hoping (against hope) for a better world.

Just like Lennon

I spend my days

Imagining a future

That may never come my way

Just like Martin

I have a dream

That one fine day

things will not be what they seem

            You and I, hand in hand

            Can make a difference in the land

            Can make the world a little brighter

            If only we made our ranks tighter

Just like Gandhi

Who led a simple life

Spurning violence

And throwing away the knife

Just like my dad

I work my butt off

To turn an honest buck

So no one can look and scoff

           You and I, hand in hand

            Can make a difference in the land

            Can make the world a little brighter

            If only we made our ranks tighter

(you can listen to the song here: https://soundcloud.com/rodsimas/woodys-wish)

Author's Note

just experimenting. again. because.. why not?
my son plays in a jazz band. he asked me to write a song for them to play. so dad came to the rescue. I don't for the life of me know if this counts as lyrics for a song. you tell me.

THIS IS THE RIGHT LINK
https://soundcloud.com/rodsimas/woodys-wish

Reviews

[Lost, n'MT]

Wow, this is phenomenally written! A mutual friend had recommended your writings. I had chosen this "experimental" piece at random, and it is wonderfully expressed. So powerful and such an inspirational piece. I love it. I really enjoy the style of it as well, very unique and well executed.

And while I haven't read any of your other writings yet, I hope you continue to pursue more writing like this as I noticed through other comments that this isn't your usual tone. So while I look forward to reading your signature style, I seriously hope you consider writing more pieces like this. Absolutely fantastic!

[Woody]

Gee I'm flattered and embarrassed, Lost Soul. thank you very much for your kind words. and sorry about the late response. I sincerely hope you will not be disappointed by my other writes as they are rather on the light side. pieces like this one are few and far between, I'm afraid.
have you listened to this poem sung by a fellow writer/singer? the link is in the author's note.
once again, thank you L.S. I'm going to return the favour soon. I always do.

[Lost, n'MT]

No apology necessary, and you're very welcome. I noticed that as I kept reading, but I have enjoyed the majority of your writings that I have read so far. I had written more in the other review so I won't repeat myself.

However, I have not heard said singing yet, though I plan to listen later tonight and look forward to it.

While not necessary, I appreciate the offer. Thank you.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Good message to time that desperately needs it.

[Patricia Wedel]

You and I... heart to heart-- hand to hand... we will help one another from
land to land over sparkling seas... we will sing a chorus of many notes to resonate where love remains. A moving song of hope and prayers. truly, Pat

[Will Neill]

Woody you never cease to amaze me, you certainly blew the lid of this one. I play guitar myself so maybe you could post the chords. Nice work.

[Woody]

hi will. thanks a lot my friend. yeah the "serious" Woody peeks out now and then when I'm not looking.
a fellow writer here was kind enough to put music to it and sang it. I think he did a good job of it. here it is
https://soundcloud.com/rodsimas/woodys-wish)

[Shabeeh Haider]

So..... Woody can be serious as well. Now that's a refreshing change.
Reminds me of my poem that you reviewed a few days back.
Hand in hand, we can indeed make a difference

[Woody]

haha on rare occasions, yeah. yes something like your poem only this one's a song. have you listened to it?
oh and thanks for stopping in Haider.

[Dynafox]

nice lyrics. Works well for a song I would imagine

[Woody]

ok. why don't you listen to it? the link is under the lyrics. see if it worked? :)
thank you very much Dynafox. glad you liked it.

[Winslow Des Totes]

Very poignant and honest expression of a simple but wonderful message: peace on earth. Just lovely

[Woody]

thanks a bunch, Winslow. this is a totally un-me poem. but I'm better now. back to my usual self :)

[Shannon]

Here is my favourite thing about this (besides the message, the cohesion both in words and spirit): the movement from the lofty to the day to day. Referencing your father grounds it, brings it back to each one of us!

[Woody]

thanks loads, S. for your kind words. glad this resonated with you. Gee, didn't know I could write songs :)

[Jess]

Inspirational poem. You have beautifully depicted a strong message of hope. Very encouraging. Thanks for sharing :)

[Woody]

thank you so much for dropping in Jess. I guess I'm still clinging to the tenuous hope that Man will one day come to his/her senses.
why don't you listen to this poem sung by a fellow writer (Rod). the link is in the Author's note.

[Jess]

Yes, right.
Will do.

[LastMonth]

Here I was, expecting some cynical truth about Hope.
An amusing spinoff.
Something that would make me laugh.

Honestly, I did not expect this.
This is your most personal work (Out of the 10% I got to see so far!)
And I find it to be every bit as captivating and enthralling as your more comical ones.
I consider myself a very hopeful person, I believe hope is the most powerful sentiment, even more then love.

You both encourage hope, and hesitate. Every line is countered with a big 'If'. An almost wishful tone, one that is both sweet and innocent.

Thank you for the poem, and thank you for the hope.

[Woody]

thank you so much for your generous words, LM. I'm most comfortable when I'm fooling around, to be honest. this is my one and only song. have you noticed the link in the Author's note? a fellow writer put a melody to it and sang it. have a listen!
I'm glad this resonated with you.
I doubt you and I will be around when men will finally learn to live in peace. let's hope our children will be luckier.