A Tribute To Robert L Hinshaw, Cmsgt, Usaf Ret

If he and I were neighbors,
Why, I doubt if we’d be friends.
On many major issues, we’d be
Found on different ends.

Just pick a topic and I know
We never would agree.
Our politics alone would prove
Dissimilarity.

And yet, I love to read his poems
And he reciprocates.
Our writing’s formed a bond of which
There can be no debates.

His rhyming stories crack me up – 
They’re laughter-generators – 
And he’s aware I’m partial to
A poem that mentions “taters!”

So here’s to Robert Hinshaw,
My retired Air Force friend.
I’ll always be a reader of
Whatever he has penned!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Cwiak Avatar
January 19, 2016 at 2:43 AM
I just found this tribute to Robert as I was looking for him. You have a wonderful talent with words, so don't be a stranger to the soup! This poem just confirms it. ps. I have been off the site for a while due to injury, so I am just getting back and that is why it took so long to comment.
Badmus Avatar
May 3, 2013 at 9:25 AM
GOOD WORK ND GOOD LUCK.....
Johnson Avatar
April 8, 2013 at 11:51 AM
Congrats ilene. :)
Jerden Avatar
April 6, 2013 at 7:53 AM
Very nice! I see his tribute is to you, also! Congratulations on your top finish!
Konos Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 10:46 PM
Congratulations on your Win and Congratulations on describing Robert perfectly....He's like you , most enjoyable.....
Dillard Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 10:11 PM
Ditto here! I like the "Sarge", quite a bit. RAY
Gorelick Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 8:32 PM
He is the best..and this is a great tribute. BG
A   Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 8:11 PM
Ilene, I love Bob H., this is a nice and lovely tribute. Congratulations!!! God bless your blessing poem. Goodnight*LINDA
Hendricks Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 11:32 AM
A well-deserved win for your tribute, Ilene. Your rhyming kept me spellbound. :)
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 8:35 AM
cograts on the top spot Ilene xx
Nair Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 7:27 AM
Certainly Robert is worthy of a tribute..well done, congrats:) Jag
Ryerson Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 7:22 AM
I am SO happy to see you on top of this list my friend!...You picked a worthy soul to honor...Sargent Hinshaw reminds me a bit of Will Rogers - Tim
Sister Avatar
April 5, 2013 at 1:44 AM
Great job! This was perfect.
Roberts Avatar
April 4, 2013 at 11:02 PM
Well done, congrats....Seren
Oyewole Avatar
April 4, 2013 at 9:08 PM
Cöngrats on your crown win. Smiles~ A.O
Dietrich Avatar
April 4, 2013 at 8:45 PM
HEY, this is AWESOME. FIRST place. YEP, you choose a good'un!!! Congrats.
Lamoureux Avatar
April 4, 2013 at 5:30 PM
Thanks for entering, this was my absolute favorite.
Johnson Avatar
March 28, 2013 at 10:44 AM
Way to bridge the gap ilene. Well done and much appreciated. Peace! Oh, and bty, your rhyming and meter are spot on as usual. :)
Martin Avatar
March 25, 2013 at 2:55 PM
Ilene, I've not had the pleasure of reading Mr. Hinshaw's poetry until now, thanks to you. I'm headed straight for his corner and hope to see you both there for that BBQ! Excellent writing (as usual coming from you) and thanks for commenting on "One Last Toast." And YES - all puns were both intentional and under the influence of ..... some very tasty grape juice:) Cheers, Terry
Collins Avatar
March 24, 2013 at 6:41 PM
Ilene - You are so very clever. I also love to read Bob's poetry. Kathy
Harrell Avatar
March 24, 2013 at 6:24 PM
Lol, it's too funny, Ilene. Perfect tribute. Yes, he is that, lol. Love his poems!
Manassian Avatar
March 24, 2013 at 5:53 PM
This is sweet, Ilene! Lovely tribute.
Andresen Avatar
March 24, 2013 at 4:33 PM
So enjoyable written to one that is my big favorite, Ilene, I love it and hope Robert loves it too. - Good luck in the contest, Ilene! - Have a great Easter. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
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