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.
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11 comments:

  1. WyomingDivaAugust 25, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Thanks for the peek into the past!

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  2. Sherry Blue SkyAugust 25, 2011 at 9:03 PM

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

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  3. laurie kolpAugust 25, 2011 at 10:02 PM

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

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  4. madhumakhiAugust 26, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Honey and sweat. Two contrasting smells. Interesting.

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  5. Doctor FTSEAugust 26, 2011 at 6:45 AM

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

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  6. MaryAugust 26, 2011 at 8:14 AM

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

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  7. JinksyAugust 26, 2011 at 10:04 AM

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

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  8. Carrie Van HornAugust 26, 2011 at 1:42 PM

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

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  9. EllaAugust 27, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    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. Eileen T O'Neill .....August 27, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    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. PeggyAugust 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    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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