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8/9/2026 for Pyramid Poetry Contest sponsored by Joseph May 

SONG

SONG
a voice
melody

the record player
in my big brothers' room
magical seventy-eights

"my musical friend and savior"
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Dietrich Avatar
August 30, 2026 at 1:27 AM
Oh wow. 78's. That really dates someone!! This was a really worthy win. Congrats
Crandall Avatar
August 31, 2026 at 12:06 PM
Yep, I had those little 78s, some of them were colored yellow, and also, some 45s. Some of those little records had cartoon pictures on them. I also remember my mom had these really thick, hard 78s in her closet, that were records from when she was younger, stuff like Tommy Dorsey (swing era),.
Kendrick Avatar
August 29, 2026 at 1:29 PM
Congratulations on your winning work in Joseph's contest. I was delighted to see your name there. Way to go. 👍⭐. Sara K.
Crandall Avatar
August 31, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Thanks, Sara!
Borg Avatar
August 29, 2026 at 12:10 PM
David, congratulations on your 1st Prize win. I am so proud to share the podium with you.
Crandall Avatar
August 29, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Thanks Pascal!
May Avatar
August 29, 2026 at 8:35 AM
Very nicely done David, Congrats on your win
Crandall Avatar
August 29, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Thanks, Joseph - it was fun!
Goldsmith Avatar
August 9, 2026 at 1:09 PM
I enjoyed reading your fun "SONG" write. Music is a great thing. "Good Luck" Enjoy your fun day writing away.............
Crandall Avatar
August 9, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Thanks, Paula - glad you liked it. Agreed! Have a great evening!
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