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Myself Uncensored

Most of what I write about Never even came close to happening Is this perhaps a failure on my part? Do you wish to see me beneath all this covering? Well truth be told I'm kind of a quiet person One who finds awe in the most random things Even a minuscule fleck of dust Can inspire a song from deep within! I like to ride my bike in the summertime Beneath shadowed trees - where it feels most sublime I like to laugh at nonsensical sounds I don't even care if anyone else is around! I like to say "Hi there!" Even if the greeted looks rather glum Though somewhat selfish I like to think I'm as open-minded as they come This is all just the outside, The well maintained exterior of the inner me As a machine often leaks oil, as do I bleed ink Forming a map to guide you through - The country of Timothy! I won't lie and say It's the best place to live and die (Though it is pretty seeing The occasional thought breeze by) You best grab them squirmy things While they're good and hot Some are gold and some only copper... But it's honestly all I got! The denizens serve me well In my castle high on the hill But they don't know the King himself Has even bigger shoes to fill His friends and family tug and pull Wishing me to be like this - to be like that Well ME is all I will ever be! Did I not just show you the map? Inspired by the zany poems of Jack Ellison

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Date: 5/29/2016 8:34:00 PM
OK, please continue to be you! This is cute, charming and clever, Timothy(love that 6th stanza in particular) - another reason I adore your work! This definitely deserved a win in the contest. You're an excellent map to explore, that's for sure! (ooo a rhyme! ;) Always, Laura
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 6/10/2016 10:25:00 PM
Thanks a million ... ! I think this is the first real zany poem I wrote, so it was a lot of fun :)
Date: 4/23/2013 7:28:00 PM
Congrats on your win Timothy.~A.O
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 4/23/2013 10:53:00 PM
Thanks Adbul (you mind if I call you that?).
Date: 4/23/2013 5:43:00 PM
Congrats...really enjoyed reading this...and that crazy Jack is really something huh???? Luv him!!!
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 4/23/2013 10:50:00 PM
Yes, indeed he is. He's a very a likable guy, and a fantastic poet :) Thanks for reading!
Date: 4/23/2013 7:22:00 AM
Big congrats for your place in this contest, Timothy. I'm glad to see you on the winner's list!
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 4/23/2013 10:49:00 PM
Thanks Caleb!
Date: 4/22/2013 11:04:00 PM
Thanks for all the congrats, guys! I'm beginning to like these contests...
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Date: 4/22/2013 10:17:00 PM
Somehow I knew you were as you describe here. Always smiling... Congrats on the win. Jack
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Date: 4/22/2013 6:40:00 PM
Timothy , :-) congratulations with your awesome "SELF PORTRAIT" poem. Take Care ~ PD
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Date: 3/25/2013 6:27:00 AM
Good read. Keep it up really enjoy reading your pomes. Very good way to start my morning.
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 4/10/2013 3:25:00 AM
Thanks again Matt!
Date: 3/22/2013 6:58:00 AM
When we write something it becomes part of our experience. The mind can not tell the difference. As poets and writers we have the power to reinvent ourselves and the world around us. The pen truly is mightier than the sword. When I read your work I do not see one who lacks Experiance but rather a person wise beyond their years. You are a thoughtful and introspective person.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 3/22/2013 11:03:00 AM
perhaps more people should spend more time in their heads. I guess for some that would be a very confining space. As for poets the mind is a world of infinite possibilities.
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 3/22/2013 9:44:00 AM
Thanks as ever Richard! I like to think I'm deep, however some people think I need to get out more and stop being such a hermit, lol!
Date: 3/21/2013 9:30:00 AM
One should love himself no matter what, because nothing more exhausting than pretending. Enjoyed every line. I need to read a poem that inspired you.
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 3/21/2013 10:43:00 AM
You got the right idea! And as for inspiration I think there are many poems on this site that, whether or not I know it's happening, inspire me and affect my writing... even if in a tiny way. Mr. Ellison inspired me to bring out my "inner-quirkiness"... lol...
Date: 3/21/2013 8:28:00 AM
I am deeply honoured that you have dedicated this wonderful expose of your inner soul to "moi" as Miss Piggy would say! Seriously, it does my heart good to know that my zany poetry has made you a "much better person"!!! Keep being YOU!
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 3/21/2013 9:20:00 AM
Well truth be told I was always this person deep down. However reading your poetry made me realize that I don't have to be ashamed of being goofy and weird, haha... if someone doesn't like it well they can find another "map" and explore elsewhere!
Date: 3/21/2013 8:11:00 AM
I enjoyed the map of yourself and what you are made off. HONESTY. I like that. A lot of what I write is true and about my life. You will always be able to tell, what's fiction and what's not. Thanks for sharing. I am sorry I had not read your poems before. i will from now on..... Lucilla
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 3/21/2013 9:17:00 AM
Well a lot of my poems are about experiences in life that have never happened to me... but me IMAGINING what it's like to be in a specific situation. But I wanted to write something that was really true to myself for a change... and there's no need to apologize. There are quite a lot of poets on this site and is difficult to keep track of everybody... lol!
Date: 3/20/2013 7:22:00 PM
Enjoyable road map to part of your world. What a great line -as do I bleed ink. That alone can go in all different directions.
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 3/20/2013 9:14:00 PM
Thanks again David! I had a lot of fun writing this one...
Date: 3/20/2013 12:01:00 PM
Thanks for sharing the map! ;)
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Timothy Hicks
Date: 3/20/2013 9:14:00 PM
Thanks Eileen! I realize that poetry is easier the more true to yourself you become...

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