Thursday, August 25, 2011

the monk's ol'gear



hockey bag
still open
from the last pillage:
shin pads, helmet screws,
worn holey Habs socks

smell of ol'gear
and glory
fill the basement

the monk long retired
from the sport
considers a comeback

first step:
sunlight and August breeze





There were actually three bags open...September hockey looms; and stinks.

11 comments:

  1. Thanks for the peek into the past!

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  2. I can see the novices gearing up! Cool! Tired Monk can maybe coach??

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  3. Nothing like the smell of sweat looming from those bags...

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  4. Honey and sweat. Two contrasting smells. Interesting.

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  5. Reminded me of my cross-country running kit after a hard day in the mud!
    V. good poem.

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  6. Yes, sunlight and August breeze would indeed help. LOL.

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  7. I'd agree - if that's sunlight soap before the Autumn breeze bit! Great poem...

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  8. ....ah the smell of glory....love this Ollie!
    :-)

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  9. Yes, sports do weave their magic! Come back huh...
    guess the Monk isn't so tired ;D
    I loved your imagery...Well Done~

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  10. Old Ollie,

    It is good to know that Tired old monk, is still athletic and sporty.
    I'm sure he can find the path to the laundry room!!!

    Best wishes, Eileen

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  11. Oh I do like this one--that old gear smell! Glad you are considering a come-back! This one made me smile.

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