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Rip-Nodding Til Two

RIP-NODDING TIL TWO At dawn’s early light, i’m up and at it. Mid-morning eyes close in lair, where I sit. Not merely a wink. A twenty year blink. Wake up with cobwebs - Van Winkle’d a bit. 10/5/2017 https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rip_Van_Winkle In the short story, written by Washington Irving, Rip Van Winkle sleeps for twenty years.

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Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 10/7/2017 9:53:00 AM

Such a cool poem, Kim. Hip, edgy and funny. A winning trio for any poem. A plus for the added American Lit historical reference. I love the creative term: rip-nodding. Keep up the outstanding creative work. Pure loving poetry. Love and hugs forever.

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 10/7/2017 9:58:00 AM

I really appreciate your critique! <3 Kim

Maurice Rigoler

Date: 10/6/2017 6:12:00 PM

I've also written a poem on Rip Van Winkle, a colorful character of American literature. Mine was based on a man I saw in the park who could have passed for him! Enjoyed the limerick. Thanks, Kim, for taking the time to read me. Best to you. / M

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 10/6/2017 6:19:00 PM

Thanks, Maurice! :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 10/6/2017 4:45:00 PM

A fun Limerick--a nice smile of wink and blink!

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 10/6/2017 5:06:00 PM

Thanks, Vijay! So lethargic today :)