Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Rhyme

Halloween 2011

'Tis Halloween again, the economy is bad and lots of folks are outta work!
I'm gonna reverse this trick or treat racket, tho' some may think me quite a jerk!
Normally, hordes of kids come bangin' on my door pleadin', "Fill my tote!"
But this year I'm gonna dress like a bum and from behind my mask I'll gloat!

I'll tote a huge burlap bag and park my Cadillac so as to be discreet,
And march down every street in this fair city pleadin' fer things to eat!
I hope they'll pity this poor old tramp when I make my earnest plea,
And that they'll be more than generous and not call the law on me!

My spiel will go somethin' like this: "Won't you help a destitute family,
That is goin' through hard times facin' problems we could not foresee?
All I'm askin' of you is a few taters, maybe a can of corn or peas.
Anything would be appreciated and may God bless you if He please!"

After I make the rounds and arrive home to sort through my ill-gotten loot,
Of soups, ramen noodles, crackers, lima beans and assorted fruit,
I'll put it all back in the burlap bag and deliver it to a needy charity,
Than I'll scurry home to hand out treats to the little imps who call on me!

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Tied for No. l in Russell Sivey's "Halloween Fun" Contest - October 2011

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Ralph Taylor October 6, 2011 at 4:47 PM Congrats on 1st Place, Sarge. Excellent. Enjoyed. Well deserved. Una doing much better. I have a friend visiting from Austrailia. We went to Ground Zero in NYC yesterday. It was awesome and bittersweet. Hope all is well on your end. Best to Vera. You have a birthday this month (don't know the date), but best wishes. Also best wishes on your anniversary on the 12th, my friend. Thanks for you comments on my stuff. Be well. Una/Ralphie

Carol Sunshine Brown October 3, 2011 at 7:52 AM Congratulations on your win in the "Halloween Fun" contest Bob it is an honor to share 1st Place with you. Love, Carol

Kim Merryman October 2, 2011 at 2:09 PM Conrats on your 1st place win, Bob! Definitely a different take on trick or treating; not a bad idea. Kim

Lee Ramage October 2, 2011 at 12:29 AM Ah, I knew this was the first prize winner. I think it just a great idea, can you imagine, how much could be donated to food banks. Well done as usual. So nice to see you writing again. I miss your wonderful poems and kind comments when you are not at PS. Love Lee

Barbara Gorelick October 1, 2011 at 9:13 PM Oops..congrats on a big win. BG

Barbara Gorelick October 1, 2011 at 9:12 PM What a great idea...Ill come help...I love your selection of goodies..lima beans gave me a laugh..only us "older" folks would think of that..well done Mr Bob..BG

Michael J. Falotico October 1, 2011 at 1:04 PM Ahhhhhhh, now this is a winner for the Halloween season... Congrats my friend... And do you think its time for Tebow?? Hope the G-men don't have there famous let down this week... Best to you my friend...Michael

Joyce Johnson October 1, 2011 at 12:49 PM Bob and I really enjoyed this no. 1 win. Love, Joyce

Francine Roberts October 1, 2011 at 12:30 PM wonderful idea, congrats on your win Bob

Debbie Guzzi October 1, 2011 at 8:17 AM Just a wonderful idea Bob as always, a thoughtful powerful and poetic write! I'm going to suggest it at Church! Congrad's Light & Love

Gwendolen Song September 30, 2011 at 10:06 PM Oh Mr. Hinshaw, allow me to play the role of impoverished wife for the Beggar's Night of tricks. I love pranks like this. And..I am sure Miss Vera wouldn't mind. We will fill those food pantries with lots of great treats! Such an awesome entry for Russel's big contest! You might be King of the Hill in this one. :) :) Gwendolen

Elizabeth Wesley September 28, 2011 at 7:32 PM Trust you to come up with such a nice idea! I might even try it myself. Great thought Bob.

Red Fiery September 28, 2011 at 3:47 PM A must read poem ! I should say Robert that u did justice to so many things with ur great words. I liked this note and it got me thinking...a good charity is all that we need to do...i wish every cud think like this

Linda-Marie Sweetheart September 28, 2011 at 11:25 AM A noble write of good hearted intentions Bob and my hubby and I do about the same thing when holidays roll around .. bringing seniors and children in hospitals ..goodies from those more fortunate..it is a grand feeling..like this poem gives to the reader my friend.. we hope to dress up for Halloween in our new home and enjoy giving out treats in a special place provided by God luv..

Tony Lane September 28, 2011 at 8:03 AM Great one Bob. Funny but with a message. My favorite kind. Tony

Russell Sivey September 27, 2011 at 2:47 PM This is a hilarious write Bob! I just love it! At least you give what you have to charity, that was a kind twist to it all! Your poem was told through hilarious bits an pieces that all flowed together nicely. Thank you for submitting this fine poem for us to read!! Glorious work!! Maybe you would like to submit this write into my contest...it would qualify and there are 5 spots available as of a half hour ago! Just a thought!

Liam Wilson September 27, 2011 at 2:37 PM LOL. That is great. This is the first of yours I've read, as I'm new to the site and still trying to find my way around. I like it. I'll read some more of yours.

Lee Ramage September 27, 2011 at 1:19 PM What a noble idea Bob, and always such a joy to read your poems. I am sick and can't write right now, but I am enjoying reading yours and others. Take care Lee