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Mind the Paint

My mind a project of hesitation;
 draw an oval maze of meditation.
Enter penciled lines, make them squiggly,	
  then paint it yellow for Mr. Wigley.

Squeeze a few lemons for it’s sometimes sour,
  then let it dry for half an hour.
Stick here and there some golden stars,
  before you inscribe my memoirs.

Use a hole punch or glue on swiss cheese;
  for between my ears, sometimes a breeze.
Last, but not least, cover with cotton;
  for the time it's fuzzy and things forgotten.

Then tear it all up, this art you’ve designed,
  because suddenly Hon, I’ve changed my mind.




Written: 2/25/18
Contest:  Mind the Wet Paint
Host:  Viv Wigley

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Paul Callus

Date: 4/30/2018 9:58:00 AM

At last I came across one that had escaped my attention, Rhoda...and I can assure you that it was worth the search!! Thank you for a hearty laugh:) You can always take on a 2nd job as a stand-up comedian:) Regards // paul

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 5/1/2018 9:05:00 AM

Awwww...shucks, Paul. You always know just what to say...and I thought this poem was befitting...us women...our mind changing...well...you know!

Line Gauthier

Date: 4/9/2018 9:15:00 PM

Awesome, Rhoda. Congrats on a great win.

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 4/11/2018 8:54:00 AM

Thank you Sweetie.

Pat Adams

Date: 3/25/2018 9:13:00 AM

This is really good Rhoda, and a well deserved win. I'm big on rhyme and you've got it down pat!! 80)

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/26/2018 3:29:00 PM

Thank you, Dearheart. I appreciate you taking your time to read my writes and comment. Very kind.

Sandra Haight

Date: 3/24/2018 9:59:00 AM

Very clever and creative, Rhoda! I enjoyed your poem and congratulations on your fine podium placement! Hugs, Sandra

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/26/2018 3:28:00 PM

Thank you so much, Sandra. I am encouraged by your kindness.

Mick Talbot

Date: 3/22/2018 6:58:00 PM

I think a first visit, so glad I did else I'd of missed it. Congratulations Rhoda on a brilliant second place, a joint winner in my book... Mick

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 7:25:00 PM

Thank you so much, Mick, for your visit. I appreciate your kind comments that encourage my writing. If you have time, please check out "Burlap and Satin" and click the link in the header comments to see my video. It's my first time putting my poetry to music and I'd like input. Thank you very much!

Jan Allison

Date: 3/22/2018 1:23:00 PM

love the humour Rhoda you sure made me smile:-) hugs jan xx

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:23:00 PM

Thank you, Jan. Glad I could be of assistance. :-)

Randy Steele

Date: 3/22/2018 9:56:00 AM

Rhoda, congrats on your win. Very well thought out and written rhyme. Enjoyed reading it.

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:25:00 PM

Thank you so much, Randy for stopping in and for your congratulations.

John Gondolf

Date: 3/22/2018 9:36:00 AM

Rhoda, congrats on your win! John

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:25:00 PM

Thank you, Dearheart for your continued support and kindness.

Roy Pett

Date: 3/22/2018 8:41:00 AM

Congratulations on your well deserved win Rhoda with your cleverly written poem, enjoyed. :))

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:26:00 PM

Thank you, Roy. I appreciate your kindness and support.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/22/2018 6:22:00 AM

Brilliantly done Rhoda, congratulations. Tom

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:27:00 PM

Thank you so much, Tom, for your attention and kindness.

Curtis Moorman

Date: 3/22/2018 5:15:00 AM

Congrats, Rhoda! You described the minds of a lot of people in a comedic manner and I love it.

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:30:00 PM

Lol...thanks, Curtis. Yep...I guess maybe I did. Never thought of it that way. I feel better already. :-) Thank you for stopping by.

Viv Wigley

Date: 3/22/2018 4:39:00 AM

Congrats, Rhoda, love your multi-media decor, and that ending is great. Viv x

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:31:00 PM

Thank you so much, Viv for placing this and for the fun contest. It made me "think outside the box" which is a good thing. Hugs.

Subimal Sinha-Roy

Date: 3/22/2018 4:23:00 AM

Congratulations, Rhoda on your great win. You so nicely brought out the poem from brain maze.

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/22/2018 5:32:00 PM

Thank you Dearheart. I will never forget your fine entry in my Fem Bogstaver contest of five letter words. Superb!

Susan Gentry

Date: 3/19/2018 8:30:00 PM

Love your humor! Excellent write! Easy to read, we all can relate, colorful and funny. A winner. Good luck in contest.

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/20/2018 6:58:00 PM

Thank you, Susan, for your kind comment and for the visit. I will get around and check out your writings.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/15/2018 7:23:00 PM

oh wow, this is PERFECT for the contest. You are a wizard.

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/15/2018 7:30:00 PM

Thank you, Andrea. You are so sweet!

Heidi Sands

Date: 3/14/2018 6:14:00 PM

This is a great, well written poem. Brilliant ending too :)

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/14/2018 7:34:00 PM

Thank you so much, Heidi. Much appreciated, Dear.

CayCay Jennings

Date: 3/5/2018 12:56:00 PM

OH - you did me - the I know that I don't know what I know, but ask me again later and I just love this poem. I haven't a clue what to write for this contest and I'm totally impressed with your take on, delivery and flow of it. A wonderful write that grew my grin larger with each line. A good time was had here by me, a very good time. Love it! CayCay

CayCay Jennings
Date: 3/16/2018 10:21:00 AM

Rhoda Tripp
Date: 3/11/2018 6:43:00 PM

Thank you, CayCay. It was not an easy topic, but I know you will excel with this one, if you haven't already. I have yet to get to your account and play catch up.