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Humorous Poems #2  ~  Sponsored by Jay Narain

                          July 19, 2023

Again, he broke when the gate bell was still clanging, then took off so fast... to the reins I was left hanging. He's wearing a goofy smile that says, "I'm so proud," but he's forgotten just one thing... for crying out loud! I have to be in the saddle when crossing the finish line! That's a concept totally lost on this headstrong equine. Flashing Ghost has always been as stubborn as a mule but I keep taking the mount, so that makes me a fool. Oh yeah, he's determined to always break out on top, But when he outbreaks me, I can't yell at him, "Stop!" I would end up crumpled on the track, lying in the grass, or diving head-first up the crack of this white horse's ass. Ghost should be retired from racing and used as a stud. He'd be more valuable, but as a racehorse, he's a dud. He flies out of the gate but is a jockey's worst nightmare. I swear, I won't ride him again, even on a double dare!

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Date: 7/25/2023 3:57:00 PM
i got an HM I guess was lucky I didnt fall at the final fence lol, many congrats Lin, no need for a long face with a win lol:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 7/25/2023 4:23:00 PM
No long faces from either of us over poetry contest results that are subjective. You got that?
Date: 7/22/2023 8:17:00 AM
ha ha ha this is fun Lin, I don't think I have a ghost of a chance in the humour contest now lol:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 7/25/2023 1:19:00 PM
It’s all in fun, Jan. Thanks.
Date: 7/20/2023 4:11:00 PM
Fun read, Lin. Good poetry my friend. Have a great weekend! Bill
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Date: 7/21/2023 8:10:00 AM
Thanks, Bill. It was also great fun to write!
Date: 7/20/2023 7:12:00 AM
Win, place or show, This one is a winner Lin! Great flow and story telling! I just came across a YouTube vid of this happening!!! Good Luck in the contest xxoo
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Date: 7/20/2023 7:55:00 AM
How timely, and good morning, Mike. Imagine things like that happening when you're actually there! Scary and then funny once the jockey can walk away... but not so funny if your bet was on that one. lol Thanks for you encouraging thoughts. xoxo
Date: 7/19/2023 11:31:00 AM
Ha I love horse racing myself Lin, but not when the jockey departs and my bet is over before the race even starts, a fun write with plenty or horseplay embedded throughout, I think you’re on a winner here, cheers David
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Date: 7/19/2023 11:51:00 AM
Horseracing has been an integral part of my life since the age of 10 in several ways. There were lots of times I lost before 3 strides were taken. Stumbles, riders falling off, and once a horse refused to leave the gate! I'm glad you give my entry a chance. A $2 win bet will get you a smile and a thank you. ;-)
Date: 7/19/2023 10:47:00 AM
A cute write/picture. I enjoyed it. Poor "Ghost" he is doing his best. Have a great/blessed day writing away..............
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Date: 7/19/2023 11:47:00 AM
Thanks a bunch, Paula. My day started out just fine, and it's going to get better soon.
Date: 7/19/2023 10:32:00 AM
Nice one. Real jockey on a ghost horse, Always a winner.
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Date: 7/19/2023 11:47:00 AM
Hi Jay. I'm glad you like my sense of humor. I've seen some stubborn horses in my time, but usually they balk at going into the gate.

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