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A Shakespeare I'Ll Never Be!

Well, Sir Ralph: You've challenged me to my very first taggin' game! I doubt very much that this verse will win a Pulitzer Prize er bring me fame, But, hopefully, it might light in the soul uv a strugglin' poet a sizzlin' flame, That will to a buddin' bard, shower glory and honor on his/her name! Alas, my forte seems to be writin' stuff with rhythm and rhyme. I've tried other forms, but they ain't turned out to be worth a dime. Tho' a Shakespeare, Longfellow, Kilmer or Poe I'll never be, I'll jes' keep on writin' frum the soul, lettin' my quill flow free! Well, Sir Ralph: You say you ain't a poet but I happen to disagree. If I could compose half as well as you I'd consider myself in great company! I had better bring a close to this vacuous and nonsensical verse. I fear that if I keep on babblin', it could grow to become much "vorse!" Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired (© All Rights Reserved) I received a tag challenge from Ralph Taylor and I'll pass this on to any "tagger" brave enough to follow through!!!!!!

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Date: 4/16/2010 4:56:00 PM
I wonder what eles have I missed. This looks like a piece of cake for you . I honestly think you did it the same momment you found out. I am just asuming. I was upset when I wrote mine. I had haters on my comments. This is job well done. You just forgot to add that you R a poet. And U should be proud of it. Irma
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Date: 4/14/2010 8:11:00 PM
Seems both you and Ralph are very humble, Bob. Enjoyed your tag poem. Been traveling and have missed a lot. You gave me a nice laugh to close out my night. Love, Carolyn :)
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Date: 4/14/2010 4:06:00 PM
GOOD JOB, Bob, That was quick now you and I can relax. The pressure is off. Thanks for your comments. Have a good one - Till next time - Ralph.
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Date: 4/14/2010 2:09:00 PM
Nice one Mr.Hinshaw. You did good on your first tagging game. A very brave one you are .The fact of the matter is you are a poet. I enjoy this tagging game. I my self got tagged. Now I just wonder who will continue youe challenge. P.D. Yes I did take an intreste in your tag, I am very pleased. Sir.
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