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An invitation arrives to my first dance I'm hoping for some sweet romance But I haven’t got a stitch to wear Hope I find some creative flair Top hat and tails and lots of glam If I don’t find a dress it will be a sham Off to the thrift shop I must go For a few dollars I can be the star of the show I pick up a stylish pink feather boa Like the posh ladies wear from Genoa A designer dress for a couple of bucks Hope the guys come here for there’s a lovely tux A pair of high heels and my outfit is complete Those society ladies simply cannot compete I will simply be the belle of the ball For my outfit will look the best of them all When I arrive at the dance I simply steal the show - That night I go home with a handsome new beau! Contest:-) Putttin on the Ritz Sponsor Judy Konos 10th August 2015 Jan Allison

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James Fraser

Date: 10/10/2015 2:48:00 PM

Your rhyming flow is a delight to read Jan. This piece flows so beautifully, and long may your words delight my eyes / hugs // James xx

Jan Allison
Date: 10/10/2015 2:51:00 PM

I will never stop writing now James it is too much a part of my life and gives me chance to 'escape' into another world which is far calmer than my own at times:-) hugs jan xx

Balveen Cheema

Date: 9/13/2015 7:24:00 AM

Having fun, eh Jan!so you have danced to the win! Congrats!

Jan Allison
Date: 9/13/2015 7:30:00 AM

Thanks so much Balveen:-) It was a great contest to inspire us hugs Jan xx

Joyce Johnson

Date: 9/12/2015 8:01:00 PM

Lucky you. congratulations on your fun poem and win. Love, Joyce

Jan Allison
Date: 9/13/2015 4:13:00 AM

Thanks for dropping by Joyce:-) hugs jan xx

Michael Tor

Date: 9/12/2015 5:23:00 AM

Jan this was one of my top favorites for the contest. Congratulations on your win.

Jan Allison
Date: 9/12/2015 6:22:00 AM

We all got first place :-) I am really pleased you liked my poem:-) hugs Jan xx

Sandra Haight

Date: 9/11/2015 10:10:00 AM

Hi Jan, stopping back to congratulate your on your win! Hugs, Sandra

Jan Allison
Date: 9/11/2015 10:14:00 AM

Thanks Sandra it was a fun contest:-) hugs Jan xx

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 9/10/2015 10:54:00 PM

Wonderful take n win Jan! Big congrats!

Jan Allison
Date: 9/11/2015 2:49:00 AM

Thanks Dr Sharma:-) hugs Jan xx

Eve Roper

Date: 9/10/2015 4:44:00 PM

Back to congratulate you on your win Hugs Eve

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2015 4:45:00 PM

Thanks Eve it was a fun contest:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus

Date: 9/10/2015 4:19:00 PM

Back with congratulations, Jan....hugging together the top spot! Hugs // paul

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2015 4:36:00 PM

Thanks Paul it was a delightful theme to write for:-) hugs Jan xx

Joseph May

Date: 9/10/2015 3:03:00 PM

Congrats on a great win Jan

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2015 3:06:00 PM

Thanks Joseph:-) I've got to read the winning poems:-) hugs Jan xx

Skat A

Date: 9/10/2015 1:17:00 PM

Jan, Congrats on your "Puttin On The Ritz WIN.." SKAT

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2015 2:45:00 PM

Thanks Skat:-) hugs Jan xx

Judy Konos

Date: 9/10/2015 10:44:00 AM

Thank you for being in my contest

Jan Allison
Date: 9/10/2015 2:44:00 PM

Thanks for a great contest and first places for all:-) hugs jan xx

Faye Gibson

Date: 8/16/2015 7:08:00 PM

Sounds like Cinderella; hope your glamour girl wins. Hi Jan, I am trying to get back in the grove here, but my record keeps skipping. You are such a wonderful person, so kind to comment on the work of many. Thank you for your visits to my pages.

Jan Allison
Date: 8/17/2015 2:35:00 AM

Thanks Faye - I love getting inspired by reading the other poems I think that is why I am having such fun here and my creativity is flowing:-) hugs jan xx

Edlynn Nau

Date: 8/14/2015 8:44:00 PM

So much fun! Love the rhyme scheme and it is a story that puts me right there...in the ballroom! How fun was that?

Jan Allison
Date: 8/15/2015 3:50:00 AM

Thanks so much Edlynn:-) hugs jan xx

Sandra Haight

Date: 8/13/2015 7:06:00 PM

Great poem, Jan! Love the flow! And, for sure, using creativity to assemble a wardrobe from a thrift store is an art! Best wishes for the contest! And thank you for your nice comment on my poem, "A Rose Is A Rose." Hugs, Sandra

Jan Allison
Date: 8/13/2015 7:16:00 PM

It is so lovely to see you back on soup Sandra - I have missed you and your wonderful poetry:-) hugs jan xx

Joseph May

Date: 8/13/2015 12:24:00 PM

Wonderful write Jan...love how you stole the show...

Jan Allison
Date: 8/13/2015 12:35:00 PM

Thanks for your continued support Joseph:-) hugs Jan xx

Lissette Berthold

Date: 8/13/2015 10:35:00 AM

WOW great poem it is so unique I loved the flow. keep it up and you might win the show lol. I know you will win your creativity shows!

Jan Allison
Date: 8/13/2015 12:35:00 PM

Thanks so much for the lovely comment Lissette:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus

Date: 8/11/2015 1:39:00 PM

Dressed for the occasion m'lady! Undoubtedly you'll steal the show:) I've been to charity shops in England; bought thimbles and bells for a few pence each. ~ Hugs // paul

Jan Allison
Date: 8/11/2015 1:41:00 PM

I love charity shops and boot sales Paul you can get some amazing bargains:-) hugs Jan xx

Emile Pinet

Date: 8/11/2015 11:27:00 AM

A gentle song like poem that flows with a lyrical beat. The words are descriptive and bounce through this poem with style. Emile.

Jan Allison
Date: 8/11/2015 11:45:00 AM

Thanks Emile I hope Judy likes it:-) hugs jan xx

Constance La France

Date: 8/10/2015 9:06:00 PM

Jan, I find your poem delightful and sweet, I like second hand too, best of luck in the contest

Jan Allison
Date: 8/11/2015 2:52:00 AM

Me too Broken wings great to see something loved for a second time:-) hugs Jan xx

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 8/10/2015 8:20:00 PM

Hello Jan... yes, your thriftiness won in the store, and then at the dance, and now for the contest - good luck Jan - Lindsay

Jan Allison
Date: 8/11/2015 2:52:00 AM

Thanks Lindsay - win or lose in contests i enjoy the challenge:-) hugs jan xx

David Brown

Date: 8/10/2015 7:17:00 PM

Conjures up images of Fred and Ginger....lovely work Jan

Jan Allison
Date: 8/11/2015 2:51:00 AM

Thanks David:-) hugs jan xx

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 8/10/2015 6:39:00 PM

delightful poem Jan gl in contest hugs 7

Jan Allison
Date: 8/10/2015 6:44:00 PM

Thanks Shadow:-) hugs jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/10/2015 6:39:00 PM

ooh la la , Jan. Cool way to do PUttin' on the Ritz using Glitz/ Wait till you see the WEIRD thing I concocted for this contest. (I still have three other poems waiting to post though. As you always say, it's DIRE here).

Jan Allison
Date: 8/10/2015 6:43:00 PM

Reads comments been like pulling teeth these last few days Andrea - cant wait to read your poem:-) hugs Jan xx

Afolabi Muideen

Date: 8/10/2015 5:57:00 PM

Lol!!! What a lovely piece you penned, it is intriguing........A.M.

Jan Allison
Date: 8/10/2015 6:06:00 PM

Thanks Afolabi:-) hugs jan xxx

Tim Smith

Date: 8/10/2015 3:47:00 PM

I used to get my work clothes there when I was younger. I was going to ruin the clothes anyway. I have seen some really nice stuff...good luck

Jan Allison
Date: 8/10/2015 5:09:00 PM

Thanks Tim I have a most beautiful T shirt top i brought from a thrift shop in March was brand new cost me £2 - bargain! Hugs jan xx