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Innocently, I peeked outside of Eden's gate, curious to the outcome of Adam and Eve's fate. Shocked when I saw him wearing a large fig leaf, a precursor to men's underwear, called 'the brief.' I beseeched Mother Nature for a gust of wind and prayed that would not be considered a sin, but all she delivered was a gentle little breeze. That was enough to make me fall to my knees. A flash of his verile manhood was all it took to make me sigh and then take another look. Suddenly, I was filled with libidinous desire, gasping when the wind lifted the leaf a bit higher. I held my breath, trying not to make any noise, but I've never been a paragon of grace and poise. "Who are you?" he said, "What do you want?" I'm just admiring the fig leaf you proudly flaunt. No, I didn't really say that. I couldn't speak at all. I simply admired his physique. Gosh, he was tall! My cheeks grew warm from the heat of a blush, and I yearned to touch his bronze skin. What a rush that would be, but I just stood there like a fool. I mumbled something silly. Something about a tool. What could I do after disgracing myself like that? I offered him a fig leaf, saying, "Thanks for the chat." If there's a moral to this story, it shouldn't be told, at least not until I'm either senile or insanely bold. No man I've ever met since seeing Adam's worth has measured up to him, not in length nor in girth. I shouldn't share my tale, but it was a sight to see, and if you'd been there, you would have to agree. I planted a fig tree, and through years gone by, no leaves were large enough to cover Adam's guy. April 2, 2022 This or That, Vol 11 Contest Sponsored by Edward Ibeh Fig Leaf Theme

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Date: 4/24/2022 1:33:00 AM
back to congratulate you on a well-deserved win.
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/26/2022 9:13:00 AM
Thank you very much, Terry.
Date: 4/22/2022 11:19:00 AM
Back with congrats! I knew this would be at the top!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/26/2022 9:13:00 AM
Thanks ever so much for your encouragement, Kim.
Date: 4/22/2022 10:29:00 AM
Back with congratulations Jenna for your coy and charming "look" at fig leaves!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/26/2022 9:13:00 AM
Ha ha Thanks a lot, Sam.
Date: 4/22/2022 7:46:00 AM
No wonder this won you POTD, Jenna:-) A great poem, and hilarious one at that. I was laughing all the way through it! Heartiest congratulations on your top win in my contest!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/26/2022 9:13:00 AM
This one was so much fun to write! Thanks for the win and to you for hosting contests that make a poet dig, Edward.
Date: 4/7/2022 5:52:00 AM
This is quite funny and unique! LOL! Congratulations on POTD!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/7/2022 6:35:00 AM
Thanks, Kim. There are times when the naughty side of my muse takes control of my thoughts, and scribbles outside the box. Bless her!!!
Date: 4/3/2022 11:02:00 PM
Jenna, always a joy to see your humorous side coming out. You straddle the line between blushing innocence and curious naughty so well. Congratulations for your POTD, go celebrate with some figgy pudding
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/4/2022 4:09:00 AM
Hi John, and thank you so very much for always seeing what I try to include in my poetry. Think I'll pass on the figgy pudding. Now THAT was humorous!
Date: 4/3/2022 6:37:00 PM
Jenna, congratulations on your POTD - very revealing!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/4/2022 4:08:00 AM
Thank you, Sam. I suppose it is. I appreciate your patience in my responding.
Date: 4/3/2022 5:20:00 PM
HaHa! What a clever poem! I love your last line especially. :) Congratulations on POTD.
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/4/2022 4:07:00 AM
Thanks for your comments and your patience, Ann. It's appreciated.
Date: 4/3/2022 2:35:00 PM
Way to go Jenna! dropping back with many congrats on POTD, a huge fave lol:-) hugs Jan xx
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 3:04:00 PM
Thanks for the return trip for the congrats. I'm exhausted and hungry. Hugs.
Date: 4/3/2022 1:30:00 PM
Funny Jenna! Congrats on POTD.
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:13:00 PM
Thanks, Jennifer.
Date: 4/3/2022 9:25:00 AM
This is a really fine poem, Jenna, and so deserving of this recognition. Back again to say congratulations on your P.O.T.D.
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:13:00 PM
I appreciate your encouraging words, Milt. Thank you.
Date: 4/3/2022 8:59:00 AM
Hilarious take on the fig leaf Jenna, Congrats on POTD
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:12:00 PM
Thanks very much, Joseph.
Date: 4/3/2022 8:41:00 AM
This is fabulous! I love your style, your humor, and how you wrap it all up. A womanly fantasy! Wow! This will be a winner! Congratulations on your well deserved POTD! :)Paulette
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:12:00 PM
Thank you very much for liking it, Paulette.
Date: 4/3/2022 8:05:00 AM
Hahaha! So entertaining and brilliantly narrated as only you can, Jenna! Congrats on POTD
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:12:00 PM
Hi Seeker, and thanks so much for your thoughtful remarks.
Date: 4/3/2022 7:53:00 AM
There's a legend that Adam was 130 feet tall, that he could see from one end of the Garden to the other. If so, he must have been a really 'big boy!' ... Maybe we should 'leave' this one alone!... Congratulations on POTD, Jenna! :) gw
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:11:00 PM
I don't believe that legend is correct. I have proof that it's not. I saw him and he was NOT tall. thanks.
Date: 4/3/2022 7:49:00 AM
Jenna, wonderful poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor ~Constance
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:10:00 PM
Thanks very much, Constance.
Date: 4/3/2022 7:32:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. What a creative/fun/cute write. Thanks for the laugh. Have a great/blessed day.............
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:10:00 PM
Thank you for enjoying this one, Paula.
Date: 4/3/2022 7:23:00 AM
WOW! Now that's a great entry for the contest. I'd hate to have to choose in this one. I enjoyed your exhibit of true emotions in your poem, Jenna. It seemed so real. (No big deal) just another big boy story. lol Fun read and well written. Hugs, Bill
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:10:00 PM
Ha ha, Bill. I'm glad it seemed real. Thanks for the compliments.
Date: 4/3/2022 6:53:00 AM
I thought of being jealous of Adam, but I don't want part of my left over rib, added to my member. Too much estrogen from Eve's surgery! He got kicked out if paradise ... remember. Re - membered Adam. Congrats all the same, heartily.
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:09:00 PM
Thanks for the congrats.
Date: 4/3/2022 6:50:00 AM
Jenna ! Hysterical and filled with awe at the sight of him!! I love it . Big congratulations on POTD! Hugs, Susan :) We await the moral with eager ears !
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 2:09:00 PM
Thanks a lot, Susan.
Date: 4/3/2022 4:34:00 AM
Back with congratulations on your honor of POTD!! Well deserved Jenna!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 5:53:00 AM
Thank you so very much for your congrats, Mark. Have a restful Sunday.
Date: 4/3/2022 4:32:00 AM
You just couldn't "leave" it alone could you Jenna.
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 5:52:00 AM
LOL Oh heck no, I couldn't "leave" it alone!! This is the perfect opportunity to plead my case and say, "The devil made me do it!" Thanks so much, John.
Date: 4/3/2022 3:45:00 AM
Ha ha, well done Jenna, congratulations on POTD!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 5:50:00 AM
Thanks, Tania. It was such fun to write once I decided to 'go for it."
Date: 4/3/2022 3:35:00 AM
Figleaves at dawn ... No seriously a great poem so funny, congratulations on POTD, and also good luck in the contest, all the best, Terry
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 5:49:00 AM
Ha ha, Terry. I think your weapon of choice would out duel me on this topic, having had more first-hand experience. I appreciate your good luck wishes in the contest and extend the same to you.
Date: 4/3/2022 2:50:00 AM
Your fig leaf Jenna is finely balanced between desire and embarrassment, but your poem is quiet brilliantly poised between wicked girlish humour and masculine prowess, you’ve certainly raised the bar, in this intriguing contest, congratulations on an uplifting potd, cheers David
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Jenna Logan
Date: 4/3/2022 5:48:00 AM
David, you have such a delicate way of commenting on my attempt at trying to appear innocent while being a bit naughty. Thanks so much for your 'uplifting' comment.
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