Float Like a Butterfly

FLOAT   LIKE   A   BUTTERFLY

Top boxer Muhammad Ali
Of   superb  condition  physically 
Increased  his   vanquished-opponent   tally
Because he defeated  them  mentally
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Mehta Avatar
February 5, 2011 at 10:42 AM
Very funny but thoughtful write, Sydney
Mannan Avatar
February 5, 2011 at 7:21 AM
A terrific way to portray boxing. Love the image in the title.
Devonshire Avatar
February 5, 2011 at 1:52 AM
Just looking at Ali in his heyday would have scared me into leaving the boxing ring, Syd. Super clerihew for the contest. Pulling for you to place high! Love, Carolyn
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