Monopoly - As In Life

Some games are just for fun. Others make you feel competitive. Monopoly, for instance: it takes a lot of your time. I’m someone who hates wasting time. Time is money; in Monopoly, money’s not real. Still. . . . losing is time lost. I played the game with aggressive siblings. More about good luck than strategy, it was something I came to hate. Now when I’ve lost all chance at just one “monopoly,” I still have some say; I simply take myself out of the game.
From 5/22/11 Used now for William Kekaula's the 'Games - Mental or Physical' Contest
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Date: 10/21/2020 6:54:00 AM
Congratulations on the win Andrea! Linda
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Date: 10/20/2020 3:39:00 PM
I too played monopoly, but it never ended as intended, Andrea, bravo in your mirror of that sentiment, my compliments on your honorable placement, Aloha! William
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Date: 10/31/2012 11:32:00 AM
love it when you write like this, so philosophically................
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Date: 5/25/2011 1:27:00 PM
wow this is a brilliant write Andrea. I like games as long as they do not last to long. My son just said don't buy anymore games as they just sit in the closet. Good luck on the contest. love phyl
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Date: 5/24/2011 7:58:00 PM
great work in verse monolopy we used to play in Aussie.. Sorry bout the softer sound, upon your old computer, id just screw it around, till sound was not so neuter? try this one perhaps http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaMkoXajpu4
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Date: 5/24/2011 5:28:00 AM
A brilliant one for the monopoly contest.This looks awesome written in the 'etheree' form...you are so right right there, competitions can be a real drag, I keep myself out too, games as well as all that we do in life... should be fun. Good luck Andrea love to you, have a great day...
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Date: 5/24/2011 3:55:00 AM
It feels like Friday! Andrea..thanks for readin my Monopoly poem and for your kind remarks...a nostalgic game for sure! The poem is a bout my pappa. My sister loved it, requested a copy and basically that was the final judging for mine. I high five for your write as well! Blessings to you, Andrea. Gwendolen
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Date: 5/23/2011 9:35:00 AM
I just bought A Monopoly game that you play on your computer, and i can relate to this poem, it like life sometimes takes a long time to complete it the game like life drags on and on. until life is over and we wonder where it went. a great piece you wrote, enjoyed it, good luck in the contest.
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Date: 5/23/2011 9:38:00 AM
oh yes thank you for reading and commenting on Skies Cloudy. I never lived or ever been to Seattle, but I know that it rains a lot there, which also means that it has to be cloudy a lot.
Date: 5/23/2011 9:15:00 AM
That's so cool how you wrote an etheree for this contest and yup I sometimes feel Monopoly can be a dragging game as well (heehee) but I enjoy the Mad game-- have you ever played that boardgame? It is based on the Mad magazine, haha funny game-- oh oops-- back to monopoly-- Liked your take on the game & the contest :) hugs to you :) I gotta hustle with these comments-- will comment on more soon ok? I missed so much from you! hugs to you :)
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Date: 5/23/2011 6:36:00 AM
LOL, love it - very clever write, Andrea (and great strategy too!)
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Date: 5/23/2011 4:36:00 AM
Similar feelings shared, Andrea..Love the format you selected for this game right. Nice ending also..Best to you in the contest. Gwendolen
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Date: 5/23/2011 1:55:00 AM
well, i play to win when it comes to this game, dearie... savoring this delightful piece... winning streaks to you! ;) huggs, nette
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Date: 5/22/2011 11:31:00 PM
Yes Andrea and perhaps a method to be used in areas of daily life..!(good scribe)
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Date: 5/22/2011 9:22:00 PM
* “I Used to Enjoy Monopoly As A Little Girl * Twas A Wonderful Way to Spend Quality Time * With Family & Friends While As Having A Tad Bit of Innocent Fun * Dear Gifted & Beautiful Andrea. * As For Time Itself * I Have Long Now Realised That Time Is Irrelevant * Smile * And Truly Does Not Exist. * I Love Your Beauties Perspective Although * In The Simply Withdrawing From Unpleasantries * Wonderful Poem * Hugs & Kissses * Kissses & Hugs * With Lips of Luv * Sarah” *
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Date: 5/22/2011 9:10:00 PM
A different approach.Nice way to do the contest Andrea.I have never heard of this game....haha..:)
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Date: 5/22/2011 5:26:00 PM
My favorites are chess and scrabble. I played Monopoly recently, Very intreststing "shape" poem. Good luck in the contest. Yours Matthew Anish
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Date: 5/22/2011 2:46:00 PM
Wow, this is true talent. Wonderful write and very impressive. I hope you do well, my friend. Matt
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Date: 5/22/2011 1:23:00 PM
Enjoyed this wonderful write on monopoly, good luck with this attractive ethree double, Andrea
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Date: 5/22/2011 12:55:00 PM
Andrea, you do come across as very serious when it comes to the game of monopoly.. Love your approach to the contest.. Hope your weekend has been a great one thus far.. Oh yeah that "my opus" wasn't for any contest.. Just my madness I guess lol, love Wilma Ps: Good luck for Judy's contest ;)
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Date: 5/22/2011 12:51:00 PM
Unique and terrific write Andrea and u use this form so very well.. presentation is great..words greater still..luv the ending ... good luck in the contest my friend..for this awesome write..
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