Somers Point

On the New Jersey Shore, there is Ocean City.
It has a boardwalk that looks so pretty.
Whole families enjoy a day in the sun.
There is so much to do for some summer fun.

There are restaurants and shops galore.
There are amusement park rides, and plenty more.
You can buy fudge, salt water taffy, and cotton candy.
All of it tastes so sweet and dandy.

This town is some splendid vacation turf.
You have the sun, the sand, and some salty surf.
This place has an ideal first-class beach.
From Philly and New York, it’s within reach.

However, here is one fact no one will deny:
Ocean City is a town that is dry.
There is no place to get a shot or a beer.
If you want to drink, you cannot stay here.

To get some booze, you have to go away.
Hop on the bridge, and go across the bay.
A town is there that has many a drinking joint.
This other place is known as Somers Point.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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December 25, 2011 at 4:34 AM
You described your town to a T and with excellence in rhyme..feel like this would be a place I may want to visit. Salt water taffy and amusement rides...oh yeah! Congrats on this win...a very competitive contest. Merry Christmas and a super happy New Year. Gwendolen
Brown Avatar
December 23, 2011 at 5:20 PM
Congratulations on your worldly win Robert. Love, Carol Happy Holidays
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December 22, 2011 at 5:14 PM
Sounds like you live in a busy fun place Robert..Nice write, congrats on your 6th place win in my contest xxx
Mehta Avatar
January 25, 2011 at 4:17 AM
Congrats Robert on big win with this 'pointed' creative one. Was away travelling hence delay in wishing. Luv / Best wishes Hitendra Mehta
Maverick Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 1:37 PM
enjoyed this write and good wishes on the placement Robert.
Calhoun Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 12:27 PM
Hi Robert - Congratulations on your WIN in Paula's contest. Best wishes, KC
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January 21, 2011 at 11:59 AM
Congrats Robert on your wonderful win in Paula's contest with this extraordinary entry my friend... u sure made the point in your awesome lines... enjoy another top ten win..with luv...
Taylor Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 11:53 AM
Congrats, Bob. Nice going. Enjoyed. Ralph
Mehta Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 10:36 AM
Congratulations on the well deserved win in the contest, Robert
Haick Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 10:17 AM
Congratulations on your win in the "Point" Contest Robert... .Always, Annalise
Brown Avatar
January 21, 2011 at 9:37 AM
Congratulations on your win Robert in the "What's The Point" contest by Paula Swanson. Love, Carol
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January 11, 2011 at 6:35 AM
Well written, Robert! And good luck in the contest!...Gert
Roberts Avatar
January 10, 2011 at 8:47 PM
nice rhyminbg entry for the contest, best of luck
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