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Tommy Atkins – A Poem and Reflection on VE DAY’s 80th Anniversary

05/05/2025 by Roy Sutton

Thank you, Tommy Atkins:

Today marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in (VE) Europe Day, so let’s show some respect for Tommy Atkins.

VE Day was, of course, a celebration. It marked the end of 6 long years of war in Europe in 1945.

It was a celebration in which our nation gave thanks to the brave men and women who served their country and defeated Fascism.

Yes, of course, many nations played their part, and we must be grateful to all of them too.

VE Day also marked the dawn of a new era. An era in which anything seemed possible.

We can look back now and make our own judgement about whether we’ve made the most of those post-World War II opportunities, but that really doesn’t matter.

What matters today is that we pay our respects to those who served.

There are few of them left now, so this is our last chance to thank those who gave their all for our freedom. Sadly, we must remember that many paid the ultimate sacrifice.

The world may not be perfect, but it’s better than it might have been. And it’s thanks to those brave men and women that it is.

As a mark of respect, I wrote today’s poem entitled Tommy Atkins.

In case you’re wondering, Tommy Atkins is a slang term for a common soldier in the British Army. Tommy is the everyman who served in Britain’s army.

So, let’s give thanks to Tommy and all who served to give us the freedom we still enjoy today.

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Urban Fox: A poem for a modern phenomenon

04/26/2025 by Roy Sutton

Today’s theme is the urban fox.

In my younger days, here in England, the red fox was associated with sprawling woodlands and open fields in the countryside.

I remember once being on a train to Cornwall and seeing one in the wild for the first time. It was such an impressive sight. It was running across farmland, probably chasing a rabbit or something it hoped to eat for lunch.

Fast forward to modern times, and foxes have been driven from their natural habitat, which has resulted in the phenomenon of the urban fox.

We get them in our garden every day nowadays. They’re just creatures looking for food.

Most people seem to regard them as a nuisance, but my wife, Joan, and I are animal lovers, and we can’t help but leave a little food out for them.

They mean no harm; they’re just hungry.

If some scraps of food help them a little, we will always try to help them.

These days, they come right up to our living room window, looking forlorn and hungry. What can I say? We’re suckers for a sad face.

Anyway, I wrote today’s poem based on recent experiences. I hope you like it.

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The Guy in the Glass and why he really matters

03/24/2025 by Roy Sutton

If you’re unfamiliar with the poem “The Guy in the Glass,” dear reader, I recommend you spend a few moments reflecting on it now.

I’m sure you’ll know that life’s not a rehearsal. Whether we like it or not, we’ll live it only once.

It seems obvious to me that we must make the most of our time and try to enjoy every moment. That’s a healthy personal philosophy by which I certainly try to live, most of the time, at least.

Enjoying every single moment is not possible, of course.

There will always be good times, but, inevitably, there will be bad times too.

Let’s face it, you couldn’t appreciate the good times without experiencing a few bad times along the way, could you?

Now, I am a firm believer in the notion that you only get out of life what you put in.

If you drift along with little effort and a lot of unwise choices, then your future is likely to be unexciting at best, unless you get very, very lucky.

Whereas making some effort to realise your full potential; deciding what you want and pursuing your dreams with hard work and determination; this approach is more likely to lead to better life experiences.

Ask yourself this question:

When I’m old and frail and reflecting on years gone by, how will I feel if I’ve wasted those years?

The problem with time is that once it’s gone, it’s gone. You can’t get it back. So, surely time is our most precious resource?

The answers to the above questions matter only to you.

You’re the one who must look at yourself in the mirror each day. You’re the one who must look yourself in the eye.

You may fool other people with tales of what might have been, but you can’t fool yourself.

Deep down, you’ll know whether you tried or not. You’ll know whether you made a lot of choices you wish you hadn’t made. You’ll know whether you cheated yourself. And let’s face it, regret lies at the heart of cheating yourself.

So my advice would be, don’t do it.

When you look in the mirror each day, ask yourself some searching questions:

Are you making the most of your natural talent, whatever that might be?

Are you looking after your body and your mind?

Are you developing habits that will be detrimental to your well-being?

Are you looking after those who matter most to you?

Can you reflect on your life so far with at least some degree of pride and satisfaction?

If you’re getting too many negative answers, then perhaps it’s time for some changes in your life, don’t you think?

Reflecting on today’s idea is what got me thinking about the poem The Guy in the Glass, mentioned above.

This poem is included as part of the process Alcoholics Anonymous uses to help its client base.

However, I think it’s relevant to us all, regardless of whether we’re alcoholics or not. The underlying message is that your behaviour should be consistent with the need we all have to be able to look ourselves in the eye.

It is a thought-provoking verse, and, despite its title, the message applies equally to men and women. The glass is, of course, the mirror on your wall. The poem was written by the late Dale Wimbrow in 1934 for publication in The American Magazine:

Poem: The Guy in the Glass

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Tax poem for those who bear the burden

03/09/2025 by Roy Sutton

If you’re searching for a tax poem, I have an original one for you today.

It has been said that tax is the price we pay for living in a civilised society.

Someone must pay for the things we take for granted. Where would we be without healthcare, education, defence, roads, the rail network, and so much more? And it all comes at a cost.

On that basis, I agree we must accept the need to pay at least some taxes.

However, I think the tax burden must be managed carefully because tax acts as a disincentive to enterprise and hard work.

In the UK, currently, the tax burden is higher than it has been at any time since World War II. For me, that is far too high.

Politicians seem to think the solution to every problem is simply to throw money at it.

I agree that there will be times when the allocation of greater resources to a problem is the appropriate strategy.

However, frequently, it would be more appropriate to consider root and branch reform instead.

The problem with that, of course, is it would be generally unpopular and result in negative media headlines, which politicians hate.

So, they throw money at it instead and pass the bill on to Joe Public.

That leaves ordinary folk feeling like they’ve been mugged.

So, I condensed my thoughts on this subject into today’s poem.

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Poem about death: A philosophical view.

01/29/2025 by Roy Sutton

If you’re searching for a poem about death, I have an original one written for you today. We should not fear death, only suffering. Our only hope is that it will be peaceful and quick.

Death. It’s a word we often try to avoid, a taboo subject whispered in hushed tones.

However, it’s the only certainty we have in life apart from taxes.

Philosophers have long debated the meaning and significance of death, with perspectives varying widely across different cultures and belief systems.

I think death signifies that our race is run. Our contribution to humanity has been made, and it’s time for us to move on to the next world, wherever that may be. Our spirit is being released.

Death says, “No one lives forever!” and reminds us that we must all live for today. It’s a reminder that life is precious, and it is fleeting in the grand scheme of things too. We must enjoy it all while we can.

Having experienced the recent loss of a friend and pondered the significance of this philosophical question, I wrote the poem I’m sharing with readers today.

We’re all going to die; the only questions are when and how.

This poem about death offers my thoughts on the moment of death and its impact on loved ones. We can only hope it burdens no one unnecessarily in its wake.

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The Equalizer: Powerful poem where kings and commoners converge

01/23/2025 by Roy Sutton

Today I want to consider what I call the equalizer.

Ego can drive many people to think that they’re better than others.

However, human beings are flawed creatures, and we have a lot more in common than we’d care to admit.

Whether you’re a king or a pauper, a poet or a plumber, we all share one undeniable truth.

Even the mightiest of men, with empires to sway, must pause daily to address what we euphemistically refer to as a call of nature.

The Queen may have her gilded throne, but, like everyone else, when nature calls, it is a porcelain throne on which she must sit.

Yes, for human beings, the equalizer is that we must all go to the toilet. Absurd as that activity might seem, we cannot avoid it.

It’s a reminder that we shouldn’t get too carried away with ideas about our own importance.

Anyway, I captured my thoughts on this subject in a poem that I’m sharing with you today.

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1 poem about religion with a powerful message

01/16/2025 by Roy Sutton

If you’re searching for a poem about religion, I’ve written an original one for you today. It’s a poem with a message too.

So, are you tired of the endless religious debates that leave you feeling more divided than enlightened?

Do you yearn for a world where faith is a source of comfort and community, not a weapon of judgment?

Today’s powerful poem explores the profound truth that our beliefs are deeply personal and sacred.

It celebrates the beauty of diverse faiths, acknowledging the unique solace and moral guidance they offer individuals.

But here’s today’s underlying point:

Judging another’s path is not our place.

We are all pilgrims on our spiritual journeys, each guided by our inner compass.

True faith, the poem implies, lies not in condemning others but in cultivating compassion and understanding.

This isn’t just a poem about religion; it’s a call for empathy.

It reminds us that the ultimate judgment rests not in human hands but with a higher power.

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Nostalgia Poem: Reminiscing put into perspective

12/14/2024 by Roy Sutton

If you’re looking for a nostalgia poem, I’ve written one today just for you.

As I’m sure you will appreciate, dear reader, nostalgia is a bittersweet longing for the past. Memories of days gone by when life seemed so much better. It wasn’t, of course. It just seems that way now. We remember the good times, and we can even laugh at the bad times, as they never seem quite so bad looking back.

Nostalgia is a deeply human emotion. We derive comfort from familiar memories. It provides us with certainty and a sense of security in a world that frequently feels uncertain.

By reminiscing and revisiting the past, we can find solace, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of ourselves.

Whether it’s listening to old songs, watching classic films, visiting old places, or simply recalling youthful experiences, nostalgia allows us to escape the present and connect with what seems like a simpler time.

Above all, nostalgia is a way we can celebrate the beauty of life’s journey, acknowledging both its joys and sorrows.

So, here is my nostalgia poem. If you like it, please feel free to share it.

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12 brilliant original Limericks written just for you

12/13/2024 by Roy Sutton

If you’re looking for original limericks, then look no further.

If you enjoy the style of poems known as limericks, here are 12 original ones just for you, dear reader.

They’re all written by me. So, definitely original limericks. I hope you enjoy them.

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Here’s a truly brilliant don’t quit poem to inspire you

12/12/2024 by Roy Sutton

If you’re looking for a ‘don’t quit poem’ to inspire you, I have a brilliant one for you.

Many people aspire to success, but it can be hard to keep going.

You want success, but do you want it badly enough to pay the price?

Yes, of course. There’s always a price to be paid.

More importantly, the price must always be paid first.

That price is not necessarily paid in money. Usually, the price is paid in blood, sweat, and tears.

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How often do people quit when they would have achieved their goal with a little more effort or a few more steps?

I have no scientific data to support my conclusion, but I suspect it happens frequently. Wouldn’t you agree?

Certainly from anecdotal evidence I have, from talking to people I know, this is the case.

People start on a project or goal with enthusiasm. They think it’s all going to be easy. Then it proved to be a bit harder than they imagined, so they quit. Is that an experience to which you can relate, dear reader?

We must all accept that nothing worth having is ever easy to gain. As I said, there’s a price to be paid.

Nevertheless, people do succeed all the time. So if other people can succeed, why not you?

Decide on your goal, pursue it with determination and energy, and if it all starts to get a bit hard, just don’t quit until you get to where you want to be in life.

Don’t quit and you can succeed; quit and you won’t.

The last thing you want is to spend your life wondering what might have been. So keep going.

To inspire you when the challenge gets hard, here’s a memorable and thought-provoking poem by the late Robert Service, the so-called ‘Bard of the Yukon’. It’s called The Quitter and it’s reprinted here to inspire you today.

Don’t Quit Poem

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