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Scotch and Soda

From behind the bar I recall what led me here. Not to see people fight over spots on a board. But to bring them togather as friends. Not drive them apart as enimies. To see the glass stay full. And the spirts to bring cheer. Jokes hold truth. As the jester I know pain. Smells of perfume and smoke beautiful eye's and that invisable desire. We dance in hope of capturing life. To embrace in darkness. The page can never capture the passion of two lovers spark. From behind the bar I see life for more than what others belive it is. Jokes comfort as the flirt kisses the ego. Napkins written with numbers passed encounters promised. Some never to know the light of day. Hungover friends gather whiskey laced plessures with a tinge of regret. But life is one play my friends that no single act shall we froget. The drink sit's neat apon the bar. You can see blindley for years. And never know who people truley are. Drinks as people dont last long. They gleam the same under neon light. So friends always mix them strong.

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Date: 4/17/2011 11:20:00 AM
A great night had by all Gonzo, nice one. It was nice of you to stop by....:)
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Date: 4/17/2010 6:29:00 AM
ahhhh....john barleycorn! carries a dagger beneath his belt! he does!..... fine write! John! your last stanza is special! jimbo
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Date: 3/17/2010 9:14:00 AM
Nicely written.I enjoyed reading your works today.
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Date: 3/17/2010 7:35:00 AM
i like the way you did the comparison, it is good. enjoyed
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Date: 3/17/2010 7:26:00 AM
John, I like the camaraderie in this poem! Is this the one you wanted me to read? It looks like the impetus for creating your new website! I just posted a poem there and am hoping the site continues to grow! I see Sara and Linda-Marie are on board now, too. Way to go, John. Love, Carolyn
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