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Sir Elton John

England's knighted ~ Sir Elton John Singer of songs like the classic, Levon Genius pianist, known for tabloid strife Still standing with David, the love of his life. By Rhonda Johnson- Saunders, January 26, 2012 My first attempt at a clerihew. I hope I did it right! Ninth Place finish in Clerihew / Collaboration double contest

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Kim Merryman

Date: 1/29/2012 3:41:00 PM

Good job, Rhonda. Congrats on your win! Love, Kim

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/29/2012 8:41:00 PM

Thanks so much, Kim!!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 1/28/2012 9:34:00 AM

I remember when I worked at the Hilton Hotel in Philadelphia years ago Elton and Bernie Taupin came in as giests and the lobby was immediately filled and buzzing for autographs.. so fun..

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 1/28/2012 9:32:00 AM

congrats Rhonda on an awesome win for this great Clerihew on Sir Elton.. he has entertained us with many songs till present day luv..

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/28/2012 2:12:00 PM

Thanks, Linda! I, too, love his music. He is a great lyricist. Although I have to admit, Bruce Springsteen is my favorite. I'll have to attempt a Springsteen clerihew!!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/27/2012 8:15:00 PM

I'll say it again, for your first attempt, you did MARVELOUS. ONe of my favorites in this contest. Congratulations.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/27/2012 10:08:00 PM

And again I say thank you. I cannot say it enough! I appreciate your help and kindness.

David Williams

Date: 1/27/2012 8:49:00 AM

Rhonda congrats on your win, liked it a lot..David

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/27/2012 10:15:00 AM

Thanks, David! Congrats to you as well! I got a laugh from your great 'hew. Blessings, Rhonda

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 1/27/2012 7:21:00 AM

Congratulations on your placement in P.D.'s "Double Contest" Rhonda. Love, Carol

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/27/2012 10:15:00 AM

Thanks, Carol!!

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 1/27/2012 1:05:00 AM

RHONDA, CONGRATULATIONS with your wonderful win in my contest* hugs ;-)~p.d

Robert Pettit

Date: 1/26/2012 11:36:00 PM

Rhonda, you have all the right ingredients for a good clerihew here.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/27/2012 10:17:00 AM

I'm learning as I go! All feedback (even constructive criticism) is greatly appreciated!! Blessings, Rhonda

Debra Squyres

Date: 1/26/2012 8:07:00 PM

I think you did well !! Enjoyed !!

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/27/2012 10:23:00 AM

Thanks, Debra!! And congrats to you for your third place in the What I love most contest!!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/26/2012 5:14:00 PM

YOu did fantabulous!!! Just didn't need the last line. Clerihew is only four lines. And if you end it with love of his life, I think that is a very good ending!

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/26/2012 5:26:00 PM

Thanks, Andrea for your help and encouragment! Im going back to edit now. Blessings Rhonda

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 1/26/2012 5:21:00 PM

Thanks, Carolyn. I saw him in the early 90s with Billy Joel. His outfits were subdued then compared to his earlier days! I wasn't sure about the form. Ill check on it. Blessings, Rhonda

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/26/2012 4:45:00 PM

A very enjoyable poem, Rhonda. I got to see Elton John perform with all his glitzy outfits. Few can write songs as well as he and his tribute to Princess Di (England's Rose) is a beautiful video on youtube. I think the clerihew has four lines, so you might want to check the form. Wishing you success in the clerihew contest! Love, Carolyn