A Sijo Song and Dance

Oh me,oh my aren't we such sweet darlin' girls,don't  ya 
think
well my dears,from this perspective you make a very pretty 
pose
ain't it a shame,the roaring twenties were in black and 
white
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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La France Avatar
October 15, 2019 at 9:34 AM
Brian, this is great, left me smiling, and I am inspired to give it a whirl !
Strand Avatar
October 15, 2019 at 10:22 AM
Thanks Constance,it was written originally for a contest here(many moons back),that included a photo.Nice form I think.
Mannan Avatar
June 1, 2011 at 9:59 PM
This is super cool Brian. Loved it. many congrats.
Mehta Avatar
June 1, 2011 at 10:19 AM
Many congrats Brian on notching up big HM win in ^Rick's contest with this beautiful imagery. Luv & best wishes - Hitendra Mehta
Brown Avatar
June 1, 2011 at 6:34 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved win in ^Rick's Sijo contest Brian. Love, Carol
Dietrich Avatar
May 31, 2011 at 7:28 PM
haha, this one has a touch of humor to it, Brian, which is so endearing. I really like this one. Glad to see it on the winners' list!
Mehta Avatar
May 31, 2011 at 6:39 PM
Congratulations on the win in the contest, brian
Richards Avatar
May 31, 2011 at 4:38 PM
I love the added bit of humor, and dialogue! Well done, Brian,...congratulations on a fine and unique depiction!!
Sweetheart Avatar
May 31, 2011 at 4:03 PM
Congrats Brian on your HM in Rick's contest with this wonderful write on his photo ... enjoy a special honor with luv..
Long Avatar
May 31, 2011 at 3:06 PM
congrats on your fine win! cory
Richards Avatar
March 30, 2011 at 8:11 AM
Oh....this is so great....that last line, indeed makes me agree! Those colorful times are kept in imagination. I'm so glad to find you writing for this contest....the short form is your master-class...I've always admired your touch! ~ Hope you are well these days! ...Carrie
Brown Avatar
March 30, 2011 at 4:52 AM
Enjoyed reading this exceptional piece of poetry this morning Brian. Thank you for sharing it. Love, Carol
Sweetheart Avatar
March 29, 2011 at 9:03 PM
Wonderful composition Brian on the photo of the dancers my friend.. hope u entered it into the contest ... very good last line .. agreed..luv..
Kendrick Avatar
March 29, 2011 at 4:46 PM
Color would have made it more real to me but it was interesting anyway..Sara
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