npirandy
  Silver Member

Well done as usual. You are a true artist!

As one who sufers from PTSD, I'm well acquainted with depression. Poetry is a great way to address your thoughts and fears. I sense you are trying to hold on. Don't let that demon beat you! You have talent. Concentrate on sharing it. more »

Very inspiring! Good job Thomas.

Ha! If clever was the rule, this is a winner hands down. Great job!

Good job Paul, and congrats on a well-deserved win.

As soon as I read this, I knew you had written it. That's why I voted for it. Great job Buddy!

This poem is written in the poetic verse that I have never been able to accomplish. As such, I'll always admire that ability.

You read my mind Sue. I have wondered what it would be like for all of the regulars to hook up. I think a lot of us have quite a bit in common. But there are some new faces that I'm sure would fit in as well. What's really special is age has nothing to do with it. (Thank God) more »

You are the master of poetic verse. Admittedly, I am but a humble blue collar bloke who sometimes fails to understand legendary references. That doesn't make this any less enjoyable. You were worried about a comma. Sometimes, I don't even know if I need a period! more »

Yup. Silence is golden.
I heard that somewhere.

Thanks John, but the competition was just too stiff for my effort.
Incidentally, it would be nice to know how many times we get pinned because I got bupkus in votes.

Why is it you always have better stories than I. Especially when I probably have at least 25 years on you. I always thought that I had led an eventful life.

This poem refers to a period early on that demonstrated the fear of rejection that terrorized young teens. But I learned early on that girls loved guys who could dance. Since I loved girls, I went on a mission to "be all I could be" by learning how to dance. I became the Gene Kelly of the dance floor. The girls came to me to ask me to dance! Boy I miss those days! Now I can barely walk.
By the way, my wife hated the poem, especially the part about stopping to pass gas. She's a good woman, but an ivory princess who wouldn't say "shit" if she had a mouthful. She said, "Well I guess it's a guy thing". Duhhh!
Oh well, on to the next contest.
Good job this month My Brother!
Randy more »

Thanks so much!

I fully understand your plight. I believe people should be allowed to choose there own way. As long as they don't try to shove it down my throat.