A Small Tribute to Seve Ballesteros

By oldpesky

Sat, 07 May 2011
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20 comments
 

He played the game with grace and style
From bunkers that would scare us
But who’ll forget that boyish smile
Of Seve Ballesteros

His eyes lit up the world around
Whenever he was near us
He conjured shots that could astound
From sublime to mysterious

He’s now competing in the stars
Where legends roam the fairway
The first hole goes from Earth to Mars
Then on to Heaven’s Stairway

Certificate U
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Comments

Submitted by Silver Spun Sand on
I don't mind admitting this brought a tear to my, oldpesky. I first heard the sad news at around 7.30 this morning. He was one of the world's great men, both on and off the golf course. It is heartbreaking, that finally, the battle he has fought, so bravely, for the last three years or so, is finally lost. This, a more than worthy tribute. Many thanks for posting. Tina

 

Submitted by Mummy Penguin on
Thank you for writing this OP, a warm tribute to a man with a heart- warming smile. MP

Submitted by seashore on
Yes I agree with Tina and MP - a fitting tribute

Submitted by oldpesky on
Thank you all kindly. The great man brought a lot of joy into many lives, myself included.

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on
I'm really glad I left my comment till later on this poem, because I have to admit, that I'm not a golfing fan, I had no idea who this man was, but after reading your poem, I see that he meant a lot to many people, so yes I too think this is a fitting tribute to him. I think you've made a lot of people happy, with this poem oldpesky. Thanks for the read. Jenny.

 

Submitted by maisie on
yay! i just feel like cheering, lovely poem.

maisie angel Guess what?  I'm still alive!

Submitted by oldpesky on
Hi Jenny, I told my son about Seve dying yesterday and he just said, "Who? Never heard of him," so you're not alone. Hi Maisie, thanks for droppping by and giving me a wee compliment.

Submitted by Geoffrey on
You're all so right!

Submitted by Overthetop1 on
I didn't know who Seve was until my husband explained his magic. So I loved this and will get my husband to read it. I suspect he will like it a lot more than he does my 'miserable' writing! Nice one.

Overthetop1

Submitted by oldpesky on
Thanks Geoffrey and OTT. 'Miserable' writing? You have recently penned a classic. I hope your husband liked this little tribute to the great man.

Submitted by KarissaRawr on
Touching KarissaRawr

KarissaRawr

Submitted by oldpesky on
Thank you for saying

Submitted by MaggieG on
I have no bloody clue who this is. But that did not take away from such a lovely tribute

Submitted by oldpesky on
I can only assume you're not a golf fan. Get yourself down to the range and smack a few balls.

Submitted by MaggieG on
"smack a few balls." lol There is something delightfully wicked about that !

Submitted by oldpesky on
Ooh matron, you have a wonderful one track mind.

Submitted by MaggieG on
LOL ! Years of practice... Now if I could just get my swing in order? *smirks*

Submitted by oldpesky on
I have a feeling you're going to fit right in around the old ABC links

Submitted by Denzella on
Hello OP, I know who Seve Ballesteros was but not much about the man but I thought your poem was wonderful. The content and style of this piece is something I can only aspire to. I just loved everything about it. The rhymes were unexpected and the content of the first two stanzas led naturally to a beautiful conclusion in the final verse. Just loved it Moya
 

Submitted by oldpesky on
If only I could hit those little white balls in the right direction I might actually enjoy the occasional round. Unfortunately, my drives' destinations are as unexpected as my rhymes. Have a lovely day, Moya