Limerick On Poets

A LIMERICK ON NOTED SOUP POETS

Bob Hinshaw, Tom Cunningham, James Edward Lee, Sr., Russell Sivey, Gordon McConnell,  Greg Barden, Emile Pinet, Silent One, WingedWarrior, Charles Messina, Gershon Wolf, Richard Lamoureux, Joe Flack, Liam McDaid, Rick Parise, Curtis Johnson, Curtis Futch, Jr., Brian Strand, Don Johnson, Jack Ellison, Roblert Lindley, Timothy McGuire, John Gondolf, Arturo Michael, Edward Ibeh, Kevin Shaw, Harry Horsman, Dr. Ram Mehta

They come from all walks of life
Some from countries filled with strife
They wish to convey
Their life in a way
That cuts to the core like a knife

They write words of wisdom, words that inspire
Words of great mirth, and some words of hell fire
Some poems tell a story
On getting to glory
They truly are poets that we can admire

When you read the words they have written
I feel certain that you will be smitten
You may laugh, or you may cry
You may just chuckle, or only sigh
But what they have written is always fittin'

If your name is not here, please forgive me
The list is inexhaustible, you see
It would take many days
To give everyone praise
And on that, I think you'll agree


Curtis Moorman
7 August 2019
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Romios Avatar
September 18, 2019 at 6:33 AM
It's hard to include everyone on a list. I never dedicate poems to poets. I wrote one for a Poetess, who totally ignored it. And for reasons unknown will never comment to any of my poetry. Others poets suffer from poetic arrogance and demand my comments for each poem. I can't deal with such insanity. I will write someone personally, but no more public adulation. It blows up in my face...,one, Two, creates envy in others. I had no idea your daughter writes here. Wonderful. Panagiota
De Beaulieu Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 2:34 PM
Hello Curtis Moorman, these poets are very good doing limericks.Some make me laugh,some make me cry. Either way they are very well done. have a nice day my friend.
Moorman Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 3:32 PM
Thank you, my friend! So good to hear from you! I appreciate your support.
Lee Sr. Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 12:07 PM
Been think bout you lately I haven been reading as much a writing ,been writing more imagine that HUH!! but lovely tribute to our fellow Soupers, just Grand! Write on!! James
Moorman Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 2:04 PM
Likewise, my Brother. I had not written and submitted anything for a while and then ended up getting a trophy win on one of three poems posted on the same day. Of course, your name is among those whom I listed off the top of my head.
Scars Avatar
August 16, 2019 at 11:00 AM
dad, you forgot me! you're own daughter! haha jk, really no worries, I really enjoyed this, thanks for sharing I chuckled :)-luloo
Moorman Avatar
August 16, 2019 at 11:58 AM
See Soup Mail "Darling Daughter"! You will see that your "Dad" will never forget you!
Lamoureux Avatar
August 10, 2019 at 9:15 AM
If not for Tom, I would not have known of this piece. I enjoyed his tribute to you. I am honoured to have my name amongst this amazing group of poets. What a thoughtful and well crafted gift you have given us. Blessings Richard.
Moorman Avatar
August 10, 2019 at 10:55 AM
Thank you so much, Richard! Tom is a highly respected poet, and a great friend. Although I have never met him, he has always been among the first to comment on anything I post. As the list kept growing, I knew I could not recognize everyone on Soup but as I was making the list by memory, it evolved into one that consisted of certain poets who easily came to mind due to their support, encouragement and kind comments. I wish I could have included more. I pray that no one got offended at their name not appearing.
Warrior Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 7:38 AM
Hey! old bud...what happened to the lady poets...can't go a jigging without the ladies lol...love the limericks...how are you Curtis?...long time no jig...thanks for having me on your list...a Fav...sending love my brother...^WW^ :o)
Moorman Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 7:53 AM
^WW^ I never forget the ladies my brother! I had a meeting that I couldn't get out of so I wrote one for the ladies later. Good to hear from you. It's been too hot here in Georgia to do much jigging but I still shake a leg ever now and then. My list, if I would have had room, would have contained more names, but space being limited, I had to quit. You will always be on my list old jigger! All is well with me, and I hope with you also.
Kitchin Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 4:56 AM
Another excellent dedication, very creative and excellent limericks!
Moorman Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 6:49 AM
Thank you ever so kindly, Tania! To ace Tim McGuire and my Air Force compadre, Bob Hinshaw is an honor in itself.
Mcguire Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 2:35 AM
I am honored. You are a great poet and I love your limericks. Thank you
Moorman Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 3:13 AM
Thank you, Timothy. That is a well received compliment. I appreciate your support, and ditto your great poet back at you.
Cunningham Avatar
August 7, 2019 at 5:03 PM
What a lovely tribute Curtis, I'm honoured that my name is on your list. Hope you're well. Tom
Moorman Avatar
August 7, 2019 at 9:02 PM
Tom, you have always been in my corner, so you will always be on my list. All is well for the time being, and I pray it remains that way. Thanks for your support and friendship.
Allison Avatar
August 7, 2019 at 4:14 PM
what a lovely tribute to some of the many poets on soup. I am so honoured to have a poem of my own I feel very special indeed Curtis:-) hugs jan xx
Moorman Avatar
August 7, 2019 at 4:17 PM
Jan, rest assured, there will be a list of the great female poets on Soup. I just had to stop and take time to run some information for the church bulletin and some notes for a meeting tonight. I would otherwise be classified as a chauvinist if I didn't make a list of great lady poets. lol
Hinshaw Avatar
August 7, 2019 at 3:53 PM
I'm Honored to be included on your list, Curt. Us AF Fellers must stick together, eh!! Good to see you writing again - Bob
Moorman Avatar
August 7, 2019 at 4:01 PM
Bob, I will never devise a list of great poets, great friends and men who have inspired me without your name being at the top of the list. Yes, old AF Fellers must stick together!
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