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Java

My day ain't complete sans a cuppa java

And it must be as blisterin' hot as flowin' lava

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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  1. johnson Avatar
    robert johnson
    Date: 10/25/2012 3:57:00 PM
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    I don't know about complete. But mine can't even get going without some steamin' joe. Don't burn yourself. Have a perky day. :)
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    kathryn collins
    Date: 10/19/2012 8:48:00 AM
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    Bob - I love Anne-Lise's comment. Ditto. love, Kathy
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    ilene bauer
    Date: 10/18/2012 4:39:00 PM
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    hey bob! this is wonderful and i totally agree with you! (i think you meant "as" instead of "has" in the second line). perfect rhyme, too! :)
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    raskin bobbins
    Date: 10/18/2012 4:12:00 PM
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    Made me laugh, cheers...here's to you and your brew!
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    Debbie Guzzi
    Date: 10/18/2012 3:24:00 PM
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    My sweet friend, Noah's poem can not compete though the topic is TWO [that's okies] you my dear are only permitted 2 lines, which is why Java works and Noah doesn't HUGS Light & Love
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    Sara Kendrick
    Date: 10/18/2012 2:36:00 PM
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    Just a glimpse into the life of Robert..That coffee is great in the morn..An eye opener for sure..Great way to express that thought..Enjoyed reading..Sara
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    Andrea Dietrich
    Date: 10/18/2012 2:12:00 PM
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    awesome little couplet, Robert!
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    Lucilla Carrillo
    Date: 10/18/2012 2:06:00 PM
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    Robert; this is too short, but I like it. Thanks for sharing. Lucilla
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    Russell Sivey
    Date: 10/18/2012 12:56:00 PM
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    Beautiful, simply a beautiful write my friend! I really enjoyed this incredibly delightful poem! My cup of choice is hot cocoa, wonderful on a cold Autumn morning! I was pleased to have gotten the opportunity to read this piece, Great Work!!
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    Debbie Guzzi
    Date: 10/18/2012 11:51:00 AM
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    You submitted the wrong poem my friend, you did not submit this one...you gave me a way Long long one LOL and your soupie mail came 3 times [giggle] GREMLINS???? Light & Love
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    Anne Lise Andresen
    Date: 10/18/2012 11:24:00 AM
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    The first thing I "saw" ... when I read your poem bob ... - You in a promotional film with your cup of Java. - .... lol .... I share your desire - Have a nice day. - oxox love Anne-Lise :)