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Pin the Tail On the Donkey-Hee Haw

Swirl me, twirl me, spin me ‘round
My eyes are covered, subject not found.
Direct me here, then block me there
Smiles and snickers; won’t give a care.
Hates me, baits me, friend or foe
I stop to listen but never know.
Frizzy, dizzy, can’t find the beast
Removing blind, tail’s pinned on me!

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Daver Austin

August 26, 2016 at 10:36 AM

A golden oldie. How are things going with your computer? I don't send my writings through e-mail for fear they will be defaced or destroyed. But no matter. I have everything on disc. Hope you are as well as might be expected and happy, happy as only Mikki can be. Hugs-a-bundle. daver

Michelle Mac Donald

August 27, 2016 at 5:26 AM

I will reformat the computer again. This time 'round to won't reinstall what's on here...duh.=/ Still, before I do, I need to resolve the crux of this problem. I want my email back, I've loads of fun stuff to tell you.:)) Hugs, Mikki

Andrea Dietrich

June 22, 2016 at 10:02 PM

Back to one of your best poems again. If you don't like it being one of your best, you need to write MORE poems but I think it will always stay a GREAT poem

Michelle Mac Donald

June 24, 2016 at 8:08 PM

Thanks Andrea. I still write, in fact I can write an unfinished poem almost every day!:( Even the timid Henry was more punctual and tenacious than I. I could learn a lot from a cricket, except to strum :)

Shane Cooper

January 29, 2015 at 9:05 PM

What I want to know is where on you the tail was pinned??? great work, i can see myself playing this game when i was a child i remember how "frizzy dizzy" you felt after spinning. Thank you for giving this memory back to me. Love Shane xxx

Shane Cooper

January 30, 2015 at 4:49 PM

I think some one needs to keep you on your toes my friend. And here is the perfect way a little challenge. I still have not been able to finish the carpenter and the walrus I need inspiration. Would you write a poem on the mad hatters tea party and post on soup. I will then see if I can match your work. A collab that is not a collab Love Shane xxx

Michelle Mac Donald

January 30, 2015 at 1:40 PM

Oh, who knows when one is in a "frizzy dizzy" state of bewilderment? May have ended up tagged on pride, or trust, common sense? More than likely after all the confusion, it was knotted like a tie (choker)? Dang, you ask the darnest questions, Shane! :))

Gary Bateman

December 19, 2014 at 6:06 PM

Mikki, I liked this one immensely!! The tone and beat of this verse write are in perfect pitch and synchronicity. I got both frizzy and dizzy reading it over and over. Your touch with these writes is quite marvelous. A "7" and a FAV here from me!! Best Always, Gary

John Loving Iii

January 29, 2014 at 5:46 PM

very fast!!! loved it. it set a mood, a good one. i'll have to fav it. John

Debbie Duncan

June 25, 2013 at 2:39 AM

very cute one,,,, thank you for liking my Rabbit Hole ;}

Elizabeth Wesley

October 21, 2012 at 8:31 PM

Ahhh so nice to come and reread your great poems Mikki. I always find something new when I read a second time so it isn't the end of the world if you are takinga breather because I enjoy every visit! Love, Elizabeth

Terry O'Leary

August 20, 2012 at 2:43 AM

An interesting return to youth! Thanks for the ride... Terry

Gwendolen Song

August 13, 2012 at 7:38 PM

Mikki dear...I have only envisioned writing of our magic carpet ride bc I have been insanely busy with moving over the past few wks...I do apologize...I read under PD's poem that your father was a coal miner...my grandpa's side of the family had many that worked in West Virginia...similar roots here...where did your dad mine ? gwendolen

Poet Destroyer A

August 12, 2012 at 11:36 PM

oh.my.... i love the title.... you pulled me in with the hee haw... even though you are not talking about the show... i was thinking of the donkey from heee-haw... love this... thank you for the mega pinning smile..OUCH!!!! , enjoyed stopping by tonight ;-) xox~pd

Gwendolen Song

July 28, 2012 at 4:07 PM

Wow! This has so much energy that by the end my head was spinning..such effective verbage! I also love the poetic shift of silliness at the end..ha ha...someone was having fun at your expense! Just like a kid's bday party...I tell ya, Mikki..this poem stirred up some pretty profound emotions in me of the days my grandmother threw the best bday parties..Pin the tail was our fav game! Grandiose write that blessed me this day! :) all my best to u...gwendolen

Debbie Guzzi

July 27, 2012 at 5:40 PM

LOL ..nawww you are NOT the donkey!! You are a sweetie! Light & Love

Andrea Dietrich

July 25, 2012 at 11:41 PM

Just had to read this again. I really love it.

Matthew Anish

July 24, 2012 at 1:19 PM

I well remember playing that game as a child. Your work brings back fond memories. Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Harry Horsman

July 24, 2012 at 9:58 AM

wow Mikkie, this is so good, do i read a different aspect here in this wonderful poem. here, i wonder? harry

Andrea Dietrich

July 21, 2012 at 5:09 PM

hahaha, GREAT ending. LOved it.

David Williams

July 21, 2012 at 9:39 AM

Mikki, I love the beat in this, it's fast and furious, very cool write...David

Justin Bordner

July 21, 2012 at 1:30 AM

Reminds of an ancient ritual, perhaps a rebirth;alone to explore - its funny how,when the blind is lifted the Light can hurt - Thanks for spurring me - J.A.B.

Elizabeth Wesley

July 20, 2012 at 7:38 PM

Oh Mikki, can I play too? You make it all such fun, can't be just for kids or maybe I can find my second childhood. Love this!

Don Johnson

July 20, 2012 at 4:38 PM

a bit of fun 4 everyone, sidestep dodge away, happiness is a bit of fun, good one my friend today...

Tim Ryerson

July 20, 2012 at 3:15 PM

Ouch!...I really like this funny write, Michelle!...Tried to get up but had to sit back down 'cause I'm dizzy...

Russell Sivey

July 20, 2012 at 1:51 PM

This is a supreme write Mikki! I really enjoyed reading this superior poem today! This is a fun piece! Great Work!!

Anne-Lise Andresen

July 20, 2012 at 12:56 PM

You spin me `round with your poem Michelle.....well done, nice poem. - oxox love Anne-Lise

Daver Austin

July 20, 2012 at 12:48 PM

You musta been real dizzy, to pin the tail on yourself. Don't feel bad. I'm dizzy most of the time - it's the medication I take. I like this one mucho, Mikki. Love, daver

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