An Ego Boost In Produce

Late night in the market, I see a father's son. He tugs his daddy’s pants. I hear him say, "Daddy, look. Look and see." (there’s no one there but me) I want to thank the boy that made this not-so-young gal's day With "See the pretty lady!" Dad turns red. They rush away. (Well, this was a while back, when I was blonde. haha) For the COMPLIMENTS Poetry Contest of Frank H.

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Date: 11/18/2013 4:21:00 PM
lol, nice poem, it's great to hear it from the men, even if young.
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Date: 10/10/2013 6:46:00 AM
Congrats for the win in the contest, Andrea
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Date: 10/9/2013 10:46:00 AM
Andrea, . Congratulations on your deserved winning poem. Perfectly complimented by your pen. Have a nice day. xox~ LINDA
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Date: 10/8/2013 7:16:00 AM
Ahhh...kids are honest Andrea! Great story..congratulations
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Date: 10/7/2013 9:52:00 PM
Indeed what a pretty lady you are. And a beautiful poem.
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Date: 10/7/2013 5:55:00 PM
Andrea, you are very beautiful , great win ! The last I am able to read for now, all have done amazing ..I love all this inspiration.
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Date: 10/7/2013 5:02:00 PM
So great to see this one on the winners list Andrea.
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Date: 10/7/2013 2:33:00 PM
congrats on your win Andrea
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Date: 10/7/2013 11:50:00 AM
aww Andrea bet you were walking on air after that...Seren
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Date: 10/7/2013 9:43:00 AM
Unexpected compliments are the best. A darling sweet write. Congrats on your win. Hugs
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Date: 10/3/2013 6:56:00 PM
Out of the mouths of babes eh Petal and as usual, the bare truth. Take care, Richard
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Date: 9/29/2013 1:53:00 PM
:D
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Date: 9/27/2013 8:52:00 AM
I've heard that the produce aisle is a good place to meet people, perhaps over a discussion of lettuce. Yes, a fine comment... Jack
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Date: 9/27/2013 8:30:00 AM
Hey! That kid had taste and a fine eye. My wife got on a bus with our son Arthur. Art was around 5. Going up the aisle Art spots an old, withered lady. "Look, Mamma," says Art, "She looks just like a crocodile. Love, daver
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Date: 9/26/2013 11:26:00 AM
A fun and entertaining read, sounds like some young lad was on a bit of a match making episode! Hope all's well...
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Date: 9/26/2013 10:23:00 AM
When ya got it, you got it. :) Out of the mouth of babes. :) Have a beautiful day. :)
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Date: 9/26/2013 8:13:00 AM
I am sure you still turn heads! I enjoyed your poem Andrea.
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Date: 9/25/2013 10:04:00 AM
beautiful poetry from a beautiful woman, cannot get better than that...
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Date: 9/24/2013 11:19:00 PM
Lovely approach by you for this contest.Cute poem:)
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Date: 9/24/2013 11:03:00 PM
It still made me smile even if it was a while back Andrea, I am sure with that smile of yours pretty goes hand in hand. Lovely write for Frank's contest ;) good luck to you!
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Date: 9/24/2013 9:39:00 PM
You captured a happy moment with camera - like accuracy. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
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Date: 9/24/2013 6:59:00 PM
got to love children and how they just say what comes to mind at a young age...they know not how to lie, I have worked with them for many years and some of the things they come out and say can embarrass a parent at times...what a sweet poem for the contest :)
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Date: 9/24/2013 6:06:00 PM
BEAUTIFULLY PENNED ANDREA
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Date: 9/24/2013 5:10:00 PM
cute poem...smart kid....best wishes....
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Date: 9/24/2013 4:40:00 PM
'Twas a typo..To me the Peace Lilies' blossom looks like a King Cobra's hood..Sara..
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