2010 and Beyond

There was a naughty boy
and a naughty boy was he,
for nothing would he do
but live for his family.


He has never had a holiday
since 1991
all the monies
he has earned
were for his kids
to have much fun.


Now his kids are older
his time
has finally arrived, for
he has a taste for music
so to a concert
he will strive.


2010 is around the corner
to England he will go
to see some famous 
Rock bands
and marvel
at their 
shows


And when he does return
his journey 
will be shared with you,
for since 1991
his music has
seen him 
through.


My entry into Brian's contest " Christmas Parlour Poetry " 




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Date: 11/9/2014 2:01:00 AM
:) not at all naughty... :) go where you wanna go.. see what you wanna see but be sure it's where you ever want to be... :D!
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James Fraser
Date: 11/9/2014 3:29:00 PM
As a parent, I devoted my life to my kids growing up. It's time for me to live, irrespective of where I end up. Thank you, James......
Date: 1/9/2013 4:06:00 PM
I like your entry for Brian's contest.. he sounds like fun... naughty or not... xox~pd
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Date: 1/19/2010 4:18:00 PM
I hope you enjoy your newfound liberation, my friend. Since life is precious, this is true poetry. These are other websites to broadcast your shimmering words; www.triond.com www.xomba.com www.shvoong.com www.blogit.com www.flixya.com www.blogspot.com
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Date: 1/19/2010 4:18:00 PM
love the title
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Date: 1/2/2010 3:36:00 AM
Good for you! Music is a balancer for me too. Thanks for the write.
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Date: 12/30/2009 7:03:00 AM
Congrats! and more fine words! Another one on my favorites! Hugs Always, Robin
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Date: 12/23/2009 8:09:00 PM
Personally, yours in my favorite! Nothing naughty here though. Congrats on your success in Brian's contest, James. Merry Christmas, Caroline.
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Date: 12/23/2009 6:50:00 PM
James - Congratulations on your success in Brian’s contest, wonderful job with this poetic challenge – God Bless, mj
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Date: 12/23/2009 2:52:00 PM
Well "naughty boy" congrats on your winning poem in Brian's contest... well written and well deserved win... happy to be sharing spotlight with the Highlander as my entry was 7th... its all good.... blessings... luv... Linda-Marie..
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Date: 12/23/2009 1:21:00 PM
Oh this should have been entitled a good boy. Sounds like one I would like to have raised. Congratulations on your recognition in the contest. Love, Joyce
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Date: 12/23/2009 11:13:00 AM
The world needs more naughty boys like you. Congratulations on your win in Brian's contest, James. Lainie
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Date: 12/23/2009 8:19:00 AM
Such a beautiful twist to this contest, James! Congratulations on your win, and a very Happy Holiday to you and your family! Love, Carrie
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Date: 12/23/2009 1:55:00 AM
Congrats on your success in my contest James.Rgds Brian .My latest contest 'A LITERARY LOVE AFFAIR is now open
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Date: 12/21/2009 2:50:00 PM
Sounds like fun and not naughty. Everyone including fathers need some I time and space. It does take a large sum to rear children and prices keep going up in America. Keep the creative and magical pen flowing. This sounds like a good entry. Sara
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Date: 12/21/2009 1:01:00 PM
James - Great entry to Brian's contest - enjoy the shows and I'm certain we shall enjoy the poetry that the shows inspire - God Bless, mj
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Date: 12/21/2009 12:12:00 AM
Thank you for supporting my contest James.Rgds Brian
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Date: 12/20/2009 5:26:00 PM
We will be looking forward to the real attraction when you get back James. Your preview sounds like it will be fun. Growing up, My favorite rock type singer was John Fogerty, with the " Clearwater Revival". I have the most amazing clip from AETN that he just recently did. He still looks the same and sang just as well as he did 35 years ago. An amazing singer. Sincerely, Moses
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Date: 12/20/2009 4:53:00 PM
Stupendous job James! Superb Bio and good luck in Brian's contest. You are a winner already I am sure in your family's eyes! Hope you will enjoy your time in England...looking forward to hearing about it. Thanks so much for sharing! Many thanks too for taking the time to read my works and your nice comments are much appreciated! Have a blessed day~Mary
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Date: 12/20/2009 4:00:00 PM
Awesome! Best Father award you should earn for the last decade perhaps? :) have a wonderful time in England and looking forward to the tale of it in poetry. Merry Christmas to you and yours and a very happy, eventful and healthy new year 2010, James! Love and blessings, Your friend in poetry, Caroline.
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Date: 12/20/2009 3:13:00 PM
Have fun naughty boy...Good job. BG
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Date: 12/20/2009 3:06:00 PM
Wonderful Bio James and great contest entry as I am sure Brian will agree... has "winner" written all over it... I know u already read my entry "Simply ME on ME'.. this was so fun too..maybe for the New Year I will try my hand at this contest thing.. I posted a blog to get some input onto what poets want to enter for contest themes... like to comment? luv "Sweetheart"
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Date: 12/20/2009 2:40:00 PM
Have a great time James! Happy New Year and good luck in the contest. Krista
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Date: 12/20/2009 2:40:00 PM
Good story in your poem, alot of people will relate, interesting form for the contest, Keep on writting good work.Judy Riley
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