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The Cowardly Lion

Bert Lahr, silly whiskers standing erect
His voice always quivering with emotion
Looking for the courage he already had
It was much more than a silly notion....

He touched my heart with his love
I laughed when he played with his tail
Not a deep dramatic role I know
But  a favorite of mine..without fail.

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Corinne Curcio

March 17, 2010 at 3:06 PM

Congrats on your win Barbara

James Fraser

March 17, 2010 at 2:10 PM

Wonderful capture of the Cowardly Lion Barbara >> many congratulations on your third place in Frank's fine contest >> James

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

March 17, 2010 at 11:53 AM

Congrats BG on your 3rd place win in Frank's movie contest.. a wonderful choice and classic movie performance .. enjoy..luv.. Linda-Marie.

Carrie Richards

March 17, 2010 at 7:51 AM

He touched my heart too, Barbara....when I was a child, and all these years since! Those classic movies, endure, and now so wonderful to watch with my grandchildren! What a sweet poem about a amazing movie!! Congratulations! Love, Carrie

Carolyn Devonshire

March 17, 2010 at 6:37 AM

Congratulations on your success in Frank's contest, Barbara!! Love, Carolyn

Jeralynn Clark

March 17, 2010 at 6:17 AM

A true winner Barbara!!!! Also one of my favorite characters! We do an imitation of him with is well know grin, " gawwwwwww"! Love Jeralynn

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen

March 17, 2010 at 1:45 AM

Congratulations Barbara, on placing 3rd in the “Describe your favorite performance by Actor or Actress in a movie” member contest sponsored by: Frank Herrera. Your poem, The Cowardly Line" is and excellent choice and you have described Bert well. Smiles. It's easy to see why you did succeeded with this write. Your creativity shines brightly. Lovingly, Dane Ann

Marty Owens

March 16, 2010 at 8:57 PM

Congratulations on your win...Enjoyed...Marty

James Fraser

February 27, 2010 at 2:46 PM

Delightful little piece, with a touch of Limerick >> James

Hgarvey Daniel Esquire

February 22, 2010 at 4:39 PM

Dear Barbara, Great Dedication to a Great Actor in an Time Eternal Movie "Somebody's pulling my Tail" I LOVE YOU ALWAYS...HG

Constance La France

February 21, 2010 at 12:41 PM

This one made me smile, it speaks of great love, love that see's no flaws... Constance

Susan Palli

February 21, 2010 at 6:55 AM

I enjoyed that!

Andrea Dietrich

February 20, 2010 at 3:33 PM

LOVE it, what a short but sweet entry and so fun to read!! LUv, Andrea

David Byrne

February 19, 2010 at 7:59 PM

Unusual and original

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

February 18, 2010 at 8:20 PM

A great entry for Frank's contest BG .. I remember his performance quite well as having four sons I had to watch Wizard of Oz so many times again and again.. an excellent choice and good luck ... my entry is Dame Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor a.k.a. Maggie the Cat... if u care to read ..luv.. Linda-Marie..

Carolyn Devonshire

February 18, 2010 at 2:05 PM

No one will ever forget Lahr's classic role as the cowardly lion. And he did seem to play with his tail quite a bit -- probably a nervous habit. LOL Thanks for bringing Lahr to life again in your great poem and good luck in Frank's contest. Love, Carolyn