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I'm going to try one more time
To write an intellectual rhyme
Some with complicated words
Most of which I've never heard
Words that cudgel my brain
So I can deliberate and strain
My antediluvian brain
To think from a new perspective
Endeavour to be more selective
Perhaps I should keep improvising
These sesquipedalian words are so misguiding
It would save much more time
To stick (or adhere) to my simple rhyme

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Date: 7/13/2023 10:53:00 AM
Brilliant and fun poem, Shirley. I enjoyed your efforts.
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Date: 7/12/2023 8:26:00 AM
Very good Shirley.
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Date: 7/11/2023 7:51:00 AM
Been there , comparing myself feeling my verses aren't impressive enough because my words are simple...loved it.
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Date: 6/26/2021 10:17:00 PM
Shirley, Second time the charm? -Richard
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 6/27/2021 8:38:00 PM
I remembered your comments from before which gave me encouragement to write down my thoughts. It is nice to know others share the same opinion about the insecurity of the world in these unfair and troubled times.
Date: 3/8/2020 8:48:00 AM
lol... Please stick to your simple rhyme..
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 3/8/2020 6:48:00 PM
Still smiling from your comment and excellent advice ... Best Wishes ...Shirley
Date: 3/6/2020 9:52:00 PM
Shirley, I enjoyed this cheeky poem very much. The world needs more levity these days, perhaps more than ever. -Richard
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 3/8/2020 6:53:00 PM
Thank you for your kind comments. I am so pleased you enjoyed reading the poem. Best Wishes...Shirley
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