The Runway
Cleared For Takeoff
As I taxied toward the runway of life
My clearance in hand to proceed
This mile length of pavement was more like a wife
And led to some passion indeed
My life was full throttle, my engine is worn
The hallmark of how I was built
From threshold to glory, a legacy’s born
Not all of it done without guilt
The Highest Controller came calling on me
Aware of my methods and style
I give an account and enter a plea
For "pleasures" exceeding the mile
Now I’m rotating skyward, gear up and secure
I’ve exhausted the time in my cup
I'm leaving a partner, a kinship for sure
My runway’s completely used up
About the Creator
Earl W. Pearl
I’ve been writing poetry (rhyming mostly) since about 2014 and have recently transitioned to writing novels and short stories. My poetry genres are faith, humor, social issues, politics, pretty much any subject matter.
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Nice😉