A Much Better Man

A Much Better Man

A Poem by David O Whalen (O Haolin in Celtic)
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reality versus dreams

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I am tall, handsome,
an outstanding lover
Athletic, slim,
a romance novel cover

I’m young, romantic
Humorous, fun, carefree
Admired, empowered
Wise, sage and debt-free

I’m charming,
wealthy
Disarming, and
Healthy… and

Then I wake up…and in reality!!

I’m balding, short
Ugly, forgetful,
Dense, toothless,
Fat and forgettable

I’m boring,
Hopeless,
Breathless,
Regrettable

I’m blinky and greasy
Stinky, and wheezy
And even I admit, I’m
A bit of a creep

So my self-improvement scheme
Tis to nap a lot and dream
For I’m much the better man
…When I’m asleep…


© 2012 David O Whalen (O Haolin in Celtic)


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The end is, ummm stunning.
I dont know if it was meant to be humorous, but it has a serious vibe about it.
Its true..we often imagine ourselves to be something we are so not..
Not that contrasting maybe, but it is a profound write to bring out the difference.
Great write.

Posted 12 Years Ago



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David O Whalen  (O Haolin in Celtic)
David O Whalen (O Haolin in Celtic)

Las Vegas, NV



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Born in Kentucky, teen years in Loveland Ohio, old in age, young in mind, I'm not human, I don't believe in religion, love. faith or trust, I do believe in: lil' kids, ol' dogs, leprechauns, and water.. more..

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