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Puttin On the Glitz - For Contest

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 October 10, 2015 at 2:48 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 October 10, 2015 at 2:51 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 September 13, 2015 at 7:24 AM Having fun, eh Jan!so you have danced to the win! Congrats! Jan Allison September 13, 2015 at 7:30 AM Thanks so much Balveen:-) It was a great contest to inspire us hugs Jan xx

Joyce Johnson September 12, 2015 at 8:01 PM Lucky you. congratulations on your fun poem and win. Love, Joyce Jan Allison September 13, 2015 at 4:13 AM Thanks for dropping by Joyce:-) hugs jan xx

Michael Tor September 12, 2015 at 5:23 AM Jan this was one of my top favorites for the contest. Congratulations on your win. Jan Allison September 12, 2015 at 6:22 AM We all got first place :-) I am really pleased you liked my poem:-) hugs Jan xx

Sandra Haight September 11, 2015 at 10:10 AM Hi Jan, stopping back to congratulate your on your win! Hugs, Sandra Jan Allison September 11, 2015 at 10:14 AM Thanks Sandra it was a fun contest:-) hugs Jan xx

Dr. Upma A. Sharma September 10, 2015 at 10:54 PM Wonderful take n win Jan! Big congrats! Jan Allison September 11, 2015 at 2:49 AM Thanks Dr Sharma:-) hugs Jan xx

Eve Roper September 10, 2015 at 4:44 PM Back to congratulate you on your win Hugs Eve Jan Allison September 10, 2015 at 4:45 PM Thanks Eve it was a fun contest:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus September 10, 2015 at 4:19 PM Back with congratulations, Jan....hugging together the top spot! Hugs // paul Jan Allison September 10, 2015 at 4:36 PM Thanks Paul it was a delightful theme to write for:-) hugs Jan xx

Joseph May September 10, 2015 at 3:03 PM Congrats on a great win Jan Jan Allison September 10, 2015 at 3:06 PM Thanks Joseph:-) I've got to read the winning poems:-) hugs Jan xx

Skat A September 10, 2015 at 1:17 PM Jan, Congrats on your "Puttin On The Ritz WIN.." SKAT Jan Allison September 10, 2015 at 2:45 PM Thanks Skat:-) hugs Jan xx

Judy Konos September 10, 2015 at 10:44 AM Thank you for being in my contest Jan Allison September 10, 2015 at 2:44 PM Thanks for a great contest and first places for all:-) hugs jan xx

Faye Gibson August 16, 2015 at 7:08 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 August 17, 2015 at 2:35 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 August 14, 2015 at 8:44 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 August 15, 2015 at 3:50 AM Thanks so much Edlynn:-) hugs jan xx

Sandra Haight August 13, 2015 at 7:06 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 August 13, 2015 at 7:16 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 August 13, 2015 at 12:24 PM Wonderful write Jan...love how you stole the show... Jan Allison August 13, 2015 at 12:35 PM Thanks for your continued support Joseph:-) hugs Jan xx

Lissette Berthold August 13, 2015 at 10:35 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 August 13, 2015 at 12:35 PM Thanks so much for the lovely comment Lissette:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus August 11, 2015 at 1:39 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 August 11, 2015 at 1:41 PM I love charity shops and boot sales Paul you can get some amazing bargains:-) hugs Jan xx

Emile Pinet August 11, 2015 at 11:27 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 August 11, 2015 at 11:45 AM Thanks Emile I hope Judy likes it:-) hugs jan xx

Constance La France August 10, 2015 at 9:06 PM Jan, I find your poem delightful and sweet, I like second hand too, best of luck in the contest Jan Allison August 11, 2015 at 2:52 AM Me too Broken wings great to see something loved for a second time:-) hugs Jan xx

Lindsay Laurie August 10, 2015 at 8:20 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 August 11, 2015 at 2:52 AM Thanks Lindsay - win or lose in contests i enjoy the challenge:-) hugs jan xx

David Brown August 10, 2015 at 7:17 PM Conjures up images of Fred and Ginger....lovely work Jan Jan Allison August 11, 2015 at 2:51 AM Thanks David:-) hugs jan xx

Andrea Dietrich August 10, 2015 at 6:39 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 August 10, 2015 at 6:43 PM Reads comments been like pulling teeth these last few days Andrea - cant wait to read your poem:-) hugs Jan xx

Shadow Hamilton August 10, 2015 at 6:39 PM delightful poem Jan gl in contest hugs 7 Jan Allison August 10, 2015 at 6:44 PM Thanks Shadow:-) hugs jan xx

Afolabi Muideen August 10, 2015 at 5:57 PM Lol!!! What a lovely piece you penned, it is intriguing........A.M. Jan Allison August 10, 2015 at 6:06 PM Thanks Afolabi:-) hugs jan xxx

Tim Smith August 10, 2015 at 3:47 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 August 10, 2015 at 5:09 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

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