His True

Nothing lasts forever,

But the best that we can do

Is respect the writing on the wall

And listen to our “true.”

So Rafael Nadal will soon

Retire from his sport

And all his fans are saddened

By this “It can’t be!” report.

But tennis is a young man’s game

And Rafa gave his all.

Still, injuries and aging bones

Conspired to force this call.

A quote of his, “That is my true”

Reflects what he can’t hide,

Yet I hope he knows the joy

His brilliant playing did provide.