Dateball

As of late
my dating life
feels much like
a baseball game
where I'm constantly
striking out
with every guy
that comes my way

Despite my shitty batting average
I remain optimistic
because there's still many
innings left in this game
of dating
and many more guys
throwing balls
in my direction

Every time I step up
to the plate
I try to learn
from my previous mistake
and with it
comes better experience
swinging my bat

I've learned to look out
for curve balls
thrown from young pitchers
and not to swing my bat
too soon

Eventually I'll be thrown
the perfect pitch
and with this hit
I could make it past
first base and
perhaps take it
take HIM
all the way home
-JQHN 2005

JQHN's after thoughts:
It's been a LONG time since I've written any type of poetry and this one kinda just came out recently......Forgive me if it's not a classic, but back in my day I used to find writing poetry very theraputic and fun. Anyway, if you're gonna make a comment let's be constructive with the criticisms LOL