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Flawless Versus Flaws

FLAWS Seems to me this nation would have less flaws If we could purge millions of inane laws Made by congresspersons Alas, it only worsens 'Tis enough to tighten this feller's jaws FLAWLESS Though Wyatt Earp's modus operandi was far from flawless He knew how to administer justice to the lawless He faced some rowdy cowboys in a godforsaken locale Leavin' 'em sprawlin' in the dust at the OK Corral Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired © All Rights Reserved Placed No. 1 in Skat's "Flawless vs Flaws" Contest - February 2011

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Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 2/23/2011 4:57:00 AM

A belated congratulations on your placement Bob, in the contest "Flawless vs' Flaws" sponsored by SKAT*. Love, Carol

Cherilyn Fry

Date: 2/8/2011 7:47:00 PM

Robert, enjoyed reading your poem very much - way to win the contest! Please keep writing....very descriptive wording such as "administer justice to the lawless" - great stuff! Cherilyn

Ray Dillard

Date: 2/7/2011 7:49:00 PM

Way to go Bob. It looks good, sounds good and makes a point worth pondering! Boy, you'd get a kick outta' my book! Keep up the good work! RAY

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/6/2011 3:42:00 PM

OOOH< Yiopeee AY!! That old west justice, there was something to be said for it, (when they were truly upholding justice). ME LIKES. And thanks, Robert. It's wonderful to share number one with you. LUv, Andrea

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 2/6/2011 1:15:00 PM

Glad to see you the head honcho! Congrad's Light & Love

Andrew Crisci

Date: 2/6/2011 10:35:00 AM

Congratulations on your big win, Robert! Yes, flaws are easy to spot and hard to correct. Without flaws there's no reason for one to complain, so society is full of flaws...but once in a while there comes a flawless individual such as Wyatt Earp who sets things straight! Thanks for sharing your poetry and God bless. LPeace and Love, Andrew.

James Fraser

Date: 2/5/2011 4:14:00 AM

Many congratulations Robert on your fine win in pd's contest with this apt take on the contest. Have a wonderful weekend....:)

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 2/4/2011 10:21:00 PM

CONGRATULATIONS!!! BOB H. ;-) on your awesome win, sure enjoyed.. have a wonderful one,..p.d.

Joyce Johnson

Date: 2/4/2011 5:35:00 PM

A big hurrah and congratulations for your big win. Judge was flawless. Love, Joyce

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/4/2011 4:22:00 PM

Congratulations on your win..Enjoyed reading..Sara

Robert Pettit

Date: 2/4/2011 4:12:00 PM

Your "flawless" was especially impressive in this piece. Congratulations on your win.

Carrie Richards

Date: 2/4/2011 12:01:00 PM

So glad to see your poem number 1 in the winners' circle, love Carrie. Congratulations! Good job!!

Kory Calhoun

Date: 2/4/2011 11:15:00 AM

Hi Robert - Congratulations on your BIG WIN in SKAT'S contest. Best wishes, KC

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 2/4/2011 9:56:00 AM

Congratulations on the first place win in the contest, Bob

Elaine George

Date: 2/4/2011 7:52:00 AM

Many congratulations on your first place win, Robert. Very powerful thought evoking piece. Lainie

Jimmy Anderson

Date: 2/4/2011 7:18:00 AM

Congrats on your 1st place win....Jimmy

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 2/4/2011 6:30:00 AM

Congrats Bob on your first place win in Irma's contest with this wonderful write my friend.. enjoy your top spot with luv..

Ralph Taylor

Date: 2/4/2011 4:41:00 AM

Congrats on your First Place win, Sarge. Well deserved. Nice going. You guys have a great weekend. Be well. Thanks for your kind words. luv Una/Ralph

Deb Radke

Date: 2/4/2011 4:26:00 AM

Oh, well done. And well said. This should be made into a plaque mounted above the door above every congressional building. Congratulations on your first place win in the contest with this passionate plea for justice. Love, Deb

Skat A

Date: 2/3/2011 11:20:00 PM

CONGRATULATIONS & tHANK YOU BOB, 4 YOUR WONDERFUL ENTRY, I LOVE IT... FROM BOTH YOUR POINT OF VIEWS.. SKAT

Ralph Taylor

Date: 1/23/2011 8:22:00 AM

Another outstanding entry, my friend. Great write. Good luck. Ralph

William Willis

Date: 1/21/2011 3:10:00 PM

Great stuff again,Robert.All the best in the competition.I actually hired a Wyatt Earp outfit at a recent Fancy Dress Party.Great fun just like your poems.

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 1/19/2011 4:01:00 AM

I am reading such amazing poetry this morning Bob. I am glad yours is among the ones I have had the pleasure to read today. I wish you a wonderful day filled with inspiration. Love, Carol

Audrey Haick

Date: 1/18/2011 2:12:00 PM

I've given up on those people on the Hill, Bob. But my Papa truly enjoyed movies and paperbacks about Wyatt Earp. You would of thought he was from the old west! When I watch classics on TCM I still enjoy westerns which remind me of him. Best of luck in the contest with these real gems! As always, enjoyable! Always, Annalise

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/18/2011 12:48:00 PM

I grit my teeth as I think of the laws imposed on us by congressmen who expempt themselves from their provisions. Wyatt Earp is one of my heroes! Did you see "Tombstone," Bob? Kurt Russell did a good job portraying Earp but Val Kilmer was even more impressive as Doc Holliday. Best wishes for success in the contest! Love, Carolyn