Riff Raff

I’ve been a resident at ole Soup Creek for a while now,
For the most part, it’s a great town with folk from all over.
But through years, I've seen riff raft come here too,
I never cared too much about them; just ask Rover.

The fine citizens of this town will band together to drive,
out anyone who doesn't have our best interest at heart.
Each person plays a part in keeping the peace and harmony,
I knew that about this place right from the very start.

So if you aim to stir  seeds of discord, lies, and the like,
Please, Mr, Mam, Sir, or whatever name you go by.
Can you please do me a favor and take a hike,
Soup Creek doesn’t need rift raft like you goodbye.


In case you wondered about Rover, he’s my best friend,
A German Shephard who’ll be with me until the end.

05/25/2022
Alexis Y.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2022



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Date: 6/6/2022 3:27:00 PM
Well said, my friend. Thanks for sharing through your poetry, Alexis. Hugs, Bill
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Date: 5/29/2022 4:38:00 AM
I love your title play on the word riffraff. Most poets here at soup come here because of their love of poetry. I agree, others should take a hike. I joined PS in January of 2010. I can’t believe how fast the years have flown by. I bet your dog is beautiful. I had a Shepard for many years and they are protective and a wonderful breed. A wise and wonderful poem Alexis. Blessings xxoo
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Date: 5/28/2022 4:50:00 AM
We all need at least one place of refuge in our lives! for meths is it and I hope it sticks around with nice folks like you , Happy Saturday xxoo
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Date: 5/27/2022 8:56:00 AM
I really like the feel of a real community through your wonderful poem Alexis, I see you've been here for a while, better for me lots to read! Have a great Memorial Day weekend!
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Date: 5/26/2022 8:52:00 PM
Very well said! Hope you are doing well!
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Alexis Y.
Date: 5/28/2022 8:31:00 PM
I'm good Art. Long time no see. I will visit you soon. Have a good evening:-) Alexis
Date: 5/26/2022 3:54:00 AM
I have been a resident of the Souptown for ten years now, my dearest, Alexis. I have to confirm that not many like you are around! God bless you!
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Date: 5/25/2022 7:27:00 PM
you are a loyal one dear Alexis, and a loving heart you own. Wish we had more like you here. love xo
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Date: 5/25/2022 2:33:00 PM
Nice piece penned so excellently well Alexis, really enjoyed this one and confirm that the citizens of Souptown stick together as one United band. Blessings always,Gordon
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Date: 5/25/2022 1:03:00 PM
Yes, the fine citizens of Souptown will band together!
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Date: 5/25/2022 10:30:00 AM
Lol love it Alexis, great name for a poets town. Its a peaceful community and we'll do our best to keep it that way. Tom
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Alexis Y.
Date: 5/25/2022 10:56:00 AM
Hi Tom, Lol! You see what you have started? I’m happy to be part of a community with fine gentleman like you. I appreciate your continued support. Have a nice day:-)Alexis
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