Ambition was high, thoughts were plain
needs were high, resources low
I need to get on the gravy train
I climbed the hills, come sun or rain
cut through rocks in search of dough
Ambition was high, thoughts were plain
those up there - looked at me with disdain
uncaring of blocks, I pulled on the show
I need to get on the gravy train
nothing ever was as raw as this pain
It hurt, but I did not let it grow
Ambition was high, thoughts were plain
Overall pace - I did maintain
I pushed myself, when I felt low
I need to get on the gravy train
There was bloodshed, but no stain
It cut me deep, but did not show
Ambition was high, thoughts were plain
I need to get on the gravy train
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Reflection of our reality…
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Unfortunately so ….
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feel the drain and the pain, awesome writing!
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Thank you, Kate!
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Welcome Reena!
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Maybe we need that train, but sometimes we need a bit rest as well.
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What matters is the code of ethics we follow – rest is only a function of that.
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Well articulated!
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Thank you!
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The grind of that gravy train is endless and pushes us, if we allow ambition to rule us. Thanks for joining our villanelle challenge.
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Thank you, Grace, for the challenging prompts!
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This is great……I love the edge to it, Not normally found in a villanelle!
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Thank you so much!
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There’s a driving pace to this, a desperation. It’s terribly sad, actually. Thanks for joining us. A fine villanelle.
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Thank you, Sarah!
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I love your villanelle. It’s a sad reality isn’t it.
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Yes. Thanks!
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