Collaboration Contest

On the Way to Memphis

On the way to Memphis, Graceland-bound are we.
I know a way to pass away the time.
Since there is a challenge to write with somebody,
Will you help me come up with a rhyme?

A what?? I’d rather just tour Presley’s home.
I’m hearing rules asking me to find
iambic meter just to write a poem?
Pentameter rhyming? I just feel blind.

You’re doing well, but we’ve been BOTH off beat!
Why must this weather have to be adverse?
To think up lines in rain is no small feat
while you are driving! Think up one more verse!

That made me laugh! My brain I have to use.
You back-seat writer, what now must I do?
Your suggestions make words so hard to choose.
The beat’s not right now? What will you do? Sue?

Now THERE’S a funny line. You’re getting good!
You’ve got the humor and you sure can drive!
Who cares about it? We’ve got sisterhood;
So when to Elvis-land will we arrive?


July 5, 2017
For Jan Alison's PLEASE CHOOSE YOUR WRITING PARTNER FOR MY COLLABORATION CONTEST - Poetry Contest
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Warlov Avatar
November 7, 2022 at 8:14 PM
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Baker Avatar
November 1, 2022 at 5:00 PM
Love it girls! you both rock around the clock! You should write more Jennifer ... I know you want to. A poet friend in Texas, Bill P.S. Any friend / sister of Andrea is a friend of mine. :-)
Dietrich Avatar
July 30, 2022 at 4:36 PM
Jenny, it looks like someone came to our collaboration just very recently! Came here to say thanks for visiting my poems recently. I did really well with my Pale Moon poem. Gone Too Far is another favorite of mine this month. I have to think far between poems to think up ones I really like that I've written these days.
Kalita Avatar
July 3, 2022 at 1:23 PM
Love to see a beautiful collab after a long time... Best wishes to both of you... blessings
Gauthier Avatar
April 10, 2018 at 9:42 AM
Lovely imagery of sisterhood travels. An funny, sweet and loving poem. Love it. Happy birthday wherever you are, Jenny !!
Dietrich Avatar
December 31, 2017 at 7:52 PM
Jenny, come back to my earth poem and see the pictures I just put!!
May Avatar
November 16, 2017 at 8:41 AM
I like the humor in this beautiful write...Congrats to both of you on a great win
Inman Avatar
November 15, 2017 at 7:45 PM
Jennifer, a very clever write that left me smiling. You couldn't have had a better partner, Andrea's one of my favorites.
Dietrich Avatar
November 15, 2017 at 2:46 PM
Jenny. YAYYYY you are now getting comments of congratulations on your first poem written with ME, your big sister!! Thanks for that lovely memory of going to Graceland and visiting your beautiful home this past summer!
Andresen Avatar
November 15, 2017 at 1:44 PM
- Congratulations on your wonderful co-writing, Jennifer :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Allison Avatar
November 15, 2017 at 11:18 AM
Many congrats on your win Jennifer I loved the poem about your trip to Graceland with Andrea and now i know you are her sister, one day I may get the chance to visit Graceland too:-) hugs jan xx
Anish Avatar
October 5, 2017 at 9:54 PM
Once sold an article about the King. Write some more poems!! Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Dietrich Avatar
August 17, 2017 at 8:49 PM
Jenny, I am glad to see my friend Joseph paid you a visit. Hopefully when the contest is judged, more people will comment. I want you to do a poem all by yourself. Pretty please!! (with popcorn on top)
May Avatar
July 7, 2017 at 10:24 AM
A beautiful duet Jennifer and Andrea, filled with fun and laughter... best wishes
Dietrich Avatar
July 6, 2017 at 11:47 AM
Please try to do some MORE. let the contests inspire you and just try it out!!!
Dietrich Avatar
July 6, 2017 at 11:46 AM
Your FIRST poem posted here, Jenny. So proud of you. Thanks for showing me such a good time at your house and taking me to Graceland! You are number one with me!
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