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Sour Grapes

She never thought she'd ever lose the race The other candidates trailed far behind She never thought HE'D beat her for first place With pundits frankly sure he'd lost his mind She'd planned to speak the night of the elections Her friends and fam'ly come from near and far She'd take the country in new directions Her face would shine as brightly as a star The numbers never lie; they said she'd lost Grown men sank down, and they began to moan She pushed back tears; her voice she dipped in frost The race she thought was hers --- How she did groan! Today she still complains that she was robbed Her loyal base yet stunned---they sob and sob

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 9/5/2018 7:50:00 PM
Well written, Gershon, and a perfect example of 'sour grapes'! I do remember her shocking behavior and the still shocking aftermath of sour grapes! Best wishes for the contest. Sandra :):)
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Sandra Haight
Date: 9/6/2018 5:36:00 PM
You are welcome, and yes, I agree there too, Gershon!
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/6/2018 12:51:00 PM
I'm with you 1,000% percent, Sandra. She has behaved in a truly deplorable manner, hasn't she? (Not that the other candidate didn't match her stride for stride...) Thank you for commenting on this one. Appreciated. Best wishes, Gershon
Date: 8/15/2018 11:52:00 PM
Well written, Gershon. A gem.
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