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Listen To Uncle Jack

So all you kiddies, come gather round Uncle Jack's got a story to tell If you don't take heed of his sage advice You'll end up not doing so well Here's the deal, my good little buddies Live like there's no tomorrow No mamby-pamby sitting on the fence Your time here is only borrowed Grab the brass ring, hang on for dear life You only get to go round one time No second chance to make a first impression Only you are in charge of the climb The rewards are many for those who play This challenging game of life The payoff is years of good time fun Without all that nasty old strife Did you listen to what Uncle Jack had to say He ain't just blowing it out his ears Been around the block quite few times And wishes you a life of good cheer ©Jack Ellison 2012

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Date: 3/17/2018 2:22:00 AM
"Only you are in charge of the climb" Powerful and inspiring line! Truly meaningful advice. Always, Laura
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Jack Ellison
Date: 3/17/2018 6:03:00 AM
Thank you, again dear Laura! I feel my age and life's experiences allow me to pass along some good advice!!! Lovsies, Happy Jack XOX
Date: 9/16/2012 8:17:00 PM
Words of wisdom in poetic form, great advice.....awesome write Jack! Hugs
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Jack Ellison
Date: 9/17/2012 5:21:00 AM
You are very kind, dear friend... thanks oodles! Love and big hugs, Jack
Date: 9/15/2012 5:47:00 PM
What a fun, inspirational write Jack! Love it. :)
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Jack Ellison
Date: 9/15/2012 6:58:00 PM
Hey Rogue Rhymer! Thanks a bunch for your kind words! Until we meet again... love and hugs, Jack
Date: 9/15/2012 10:01:00 AM
This was a great poem to wake up to this morning. I think you'd like my 'Goldfish and the Frog' and 'Duck Side Story'. They were meant for kids, too.
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Date: 9/15/2012 10:42:00 AM
As soon as I check out theses last two that you commented on, I'll be over to take a peek!
Date: 9/14/2012 8:59:00 PM
This is a brilliant write Jack, simply brilliant write! I really enjoyed your message that you wrote about, it is a very meaningful and much needed advice! What a delightful and astounding poem! Fabulous piece, Great Work!!
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Jack Ellison
Date: 9/15/2012 5:09:00 AM
WOW!!! What a fantastic response to my little kiddie poem! Thanks a bunch, Russell... it is very very much appreciated my friend!!!

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