The Ball Rolls

The Ball Rolls

                                                              A
                                                          perfect 
                                                       landing on
                                                   the green as the
                                   ball rolls past the hole and in the water.



By Michael J Falotico
"Play Ball" contest
by Debbie Guzzi
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Suzadail Jr. Avatar
May 6, 2012 at 8:53 AM
It's dangerous for politicians to play golf because they don't know their a$$ from a hole in the ground. I actually spent the last 10 years of my career as a distribution supervisor for Nicklaus and Bobby Jones Golf wear.
Dietrich Avatar
August 2, 2011 at 11:56 PM
hi, Michael. I saw down here you telling someone you play golf now. Frank loves golf too. Too bad the Soup guys can't get together for a game! Nice one!
Sweetheart Avatar
July 24, 2011 at 7:44 PM
I cannot seem to center my entry for u Michael..I do recall the system on homepage said we would not be able to.. yet I see u centered your example poem..so I will try again once all the maintenance is over on site luv.. thankxx ..luv creating poetry for u my luv... every word real.... your Jersey Girl forever and always ..luv..
Minardi Avatar
July 24, 2011 at 9:23 AM
Is this about golf? Nice one! :)
Falotico Avatar
July 24, 2011 at 10:20 AM
Yes Dinda, Golf is my sport now and my relaxation of course when the Golf Gods are looking down lol....
Horne Avatar
July 21, 2011 at 7:09 AM
Yep, that sounds about right, LOL
Neels Avatar
July 21, 2011 at 4:33 AM
lol, maybe you should have your caddie stand close to the hole just to motivate your ball to go in Michael :) hehe All the best for the contest :) lfde Wilma
K. Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 11:26 PM
I could almost imagine this happening, Michael :) tsk, tsk that sure must be one tough shot ;) enjoyed reading this, hugs your way as well :D
K. Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 11:26 PM
and thank your for all your comments and congrats :D
Dietrich Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 9:39 PM
hahaha, this is So CUTE, Michael. Good twist!
Mehta Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 7:05 PM
lovely take on the theme of the contest, Michael and the ball is now in debbie's court
Poet Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 6:51 PM
Lovely Tetractys here Michael.Best wishes in the contest.
Culverhouse Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 6:07 PM
oh no...nice presentaion of your work my friend...!!
Devonshire Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 4:45 PM
Oh, I got a great laugh from this tetractys, Michael. Can't play golf to save my life but admire those who play with skill and a sense of humor. Best wishes in Deb's contest! Love, Carolyn
Sweetheart Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 3:04 PM
oh how sad for the golfer holding the putter.. well better luck next time but this time I think I read a winner for sure .. golf is challenging..like poetry ..rewarding too..luv. good luck Michael... with luv always and forever..
Falotico Avatar
July 20, 2011 at 2:58 PM
Sadly this is a fact of Golf... lol But there are always a few good shots that keep you coming back for more...
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