Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Light Verse

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
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Placed No. 1 in Skat's "Flawless vs Flaws" Contest - February 2011

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Carol Sunshine Brown February 23, 2011 at 4:57 AM A belated congratulations on your placement Bob, in the contest "Flawless vs' Flaws" sponsored by SKAT*. Love, Carol

Cherilyn Fry February 8, 2011 at 7:47 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 February 7, 2011 at 7:49 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 February 6, 2011 at 3:42 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 February 6, 2011 at 1:15 PM Glad to see you the head honcho! Congrad's Light & Love

Andrew Crisci February 6, 2011 at 10:35 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 February 5, 2011 at 4:14 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 February 4, 2011 at 10:21 PM CONGRATULATIONS!!! BOB H. ;-) on your awesome win, sure enjoyed.. have a wonderful one,..p.d.

Joyce Johnson February 4, 2011 at 5:35 PM A big hurrah and congratulations for your big win. Judge was flawless. Love, Joyce

Sara Kendrick February 4, 2011 at 4:22 PM Congratulations on your win..Enjoyed reading..Sara

Robert Pettit February 4, 2011 at 4:12 PM Your "flawless" was especially impressive in this piece. Congratulations on your win.

Carrie Richards February 4, 2011 at 12:01 PM So glad to see your poem number 1 in the winners' circle, love Carrie. Congratulations! Good job!!

Kory Calhoun February 4, 2011 at 11:15 AM Hi Robert - Congratulations on your BIG WIN in SKAT'S contest. Best wishes, KC

Dr.Ram Mehta February 4, 2011 at 9:56 AM Congratulations on the first place win in the contest, Bob

Elaine George February 4, 2011 at 7:52 AM Many congratulations on your first place win, Robert. Very powerful thought evoking piece. Lainie

Jimmy Anderson February 4, 2011 at 7:18 AM Congrats on your 1st place win....Jimmy

Linda-Marie Sweetheart February 4, 2011 at 6:30 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 February 4, 2011 at 4:41 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 February 4, 2011 at 4:26 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 February 3, 2011 at 11:20 PM CONGRATULATIONS & tHANK YOU BOB, 4 YOUR WONDERFUL ENTRY, I LOVE IT... FROM BOTH YOUR POINT OF VIEWS.. SKAT

Ralph Taylor January 23, 2011 at 8:22 AM Another outstanding entry, my friend. Great write. Good luck. Ralph

William Willis January 21, 2011 at 3:10 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 January 19, 2011 at 4:01 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 January 18, 2011 at 2:12 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 January 18, 2011 at 12:48 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

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