Horseshoes and hand grenades, yes, that’s the phrase
Only times getting close actually counts
Receptacle for luck if ends point up
Standing yards apart, guardians of stakes
Eye squint and aim, toss up and out, swing through
Shooting for a ringer and its rattle
Honing pitches, hopes of consistency
Often overlooked in present pastimes
Erased tradition in a modern age
Simplicity we’ve traded for new thrills
Author's Note: I live in Louisville, Kentucky and this week is Derby Week. To celebrate the running of the 150th Kentucky Derby, I've written three horse inspired pieces. Check out the other two below.
About the Creator
D.K. Shepard
Character Crafter, Witty Banter Enthusiast, World Builder, Unpublished novelist...for now
Fantasy is where I thrive, but I like to experiment with genres for my short stories. Currently employed as a teacher in Louisville.
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