Rhonda Johnson-Saunders Poet Clerihew

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 January 29, 2012 at 3:41 PM Good job, Rhonda. Congrats on your win! Love, Kim Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 29, 2012 at 8:41 PM Thanks so much, Kim!!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart January 28, 2012 at 9:34 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 January 28, 2012 at 9:32 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 January 28, 2012 at 2:12 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 January 27, 2012 at 8:15 PM I'll say it again, for your first attempt, you did MARVELOUS. ONe of my favorites in this contest. Congratulations. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 27, 2012 at 10:08 PM And again I say thank you. I cannot say it enough! I appreciate your help and kindness.

David Williams January 27, 2012 at 8:49 AM Rhonda congrats on your win, liked it a lot..David Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 27, 2012 at 10:15 AM Thanks, David! Congrats to you as well! I got a laugh from your great 'hew. Blessings, Rhonda

Carol Sunshine Brown January 27, 2012 at 7:21 AM Congratulations on your placement in P.D.'s "Double Contest" Rhonda. Love, Carol Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 27, 2012 at 10:15 AM Thanks, Carol!!

Poet Destroyer A January 27, 2012 at 1:05 AM RHONDA, CONGRATULATIONS with your wonderful win in my contest* hugs ;-)~p.d

Robert Pettit January 26, 2012 at 11:36 PM Rhonda, you have all the right ingredients for a good clerihew here. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 27, 2012 at 10:17 AM I'm learning as I go! All feedback (even constructive criticism) is greatly appreciated!! Blessings, Rhonda

Debra Squyres January 26, 2012 at 8:07 PM I think you did well !! Enjoyed !! Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 27, 2012 at 10:23 AM Thanks, Debra!! And congrats to you for your third place in the What I love most contest!!

Andrea Dietrich January 26, 2012 at 5:14 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 January 26, 2012 at 5:26 PM Thanks, Andrea for your help and encouragment! Im going back to edit now. Blessings Rhonda Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 26, 2012 at 5:21 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 January 26, 2012 at 4:45 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