Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Rhyme

Things I Happen To Like

Of the many things that I like I could go on ad infinitum,
But it would take reams of paper should I list every item!
So I'll confine myself to ten or so things that I like best,
And at some other time I'll bore you with the rest!

I like inscrutable cats and crispy onion rings,
And light classical music featuring melodic strings.
Although some persnickety folks may have their doubts,
Fiddle faddle! I happen to like Brussels sprouts!

I like folks who practice The Golden Rule.
I just happen to like my spouse - she's a real jewel!
I like juicy beefsteak termaters fresh from the vine.
I savor Beringer's White Zinfandel for my taste in wine!

I like concocting poetry though a Shakespeare I'll never be.
I like autumn when crimson and gold cloak every tree!
I could write of pickles and Snickers Bars but I'm limited to ten,
So I must meticulously edit this "masterpiece" and set aside my pen!

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Placed No. 5 in Joe Flach's "Top Ten" Contest - July 2010

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Bobby May February 14, 2019 at 8:45 PM I like like Brussels sprouts too Bob, wonderful write my new friend! Robert L. Hinshaw February 15, 2019 at 11:52 AM Thank you, Bobby. You reached waaaaay back in my repertoire of poems to come up with this one! I had forgotten all about this "concoction". Best to you - Bob

Connie Marcum Wong August 4, 2010 at 11:21 AM Robert, what a delight this was to read! Congratulations on your win. This poem was so deserving of winning.

Andrea Dietrich August 1, 2010 at 6:13 PM So glad you placed high with this one which I really enjoyed. LUv, Andrea

Carol Sunshine Brown July 27, 2010 at 6:58 AM Congratulations Robert on your win in Joe Flach's contest "Top 10". Love, Carol

Joe Flach July 25, 2010 at 3:36 PM Robert, no surprise to me to see your name near the top of my rankings. I love your style of poetry. Very nice flow, easy to read, easy to understand and very much a "common man" message and theme - and, men do not get any more common then me! Thank you for entering this delightful poem in my contest.

Daniel Cwiak July 24, 2010 at 9:39 AM Great write, Bob. Congrats on your win in the contest. Dan C

Linda-Marie Sweetheart July 24, 2010 at 9:03 AM Congrats Bob on your super win in the Top Ten contest with this marvelous and remarkable write.. enjoy another sweet victory dance my friend.. with luv..

Ralph Taylor July 24, 2010 at 6:54 AM Congrats, Bob. Kudos to you. You and Vera have a really great weekend, Enjoy the rain! Una/Ralph

Timothy Brumley July 19, 2010 at 5:14 PM You got mail!

Timothy Brumley July 19, 2010 at 8:04 AM I right with you all the way, especially the Maters! And I have over a hundred recordings of the 101 Strings Orchestra! I guess great minds do think alike!

Carolyn Devonshire July 18, 2010 at 1:26 PM Hold the Brussels sprouts, but bring on the Beringer's white zinfandel -- one of my favorite wines as well. I can tell from your poetry that you practice The Golden Rule, Bob, and I'm glad you mentioned your wife in your top ten! A great list for the contest and I wish you success, dear friend. Love, Carolyn

Ralph Taylor July 18, 2010 at 8:18 AM P.S. Thanks for your gracious comments! Ralphie

Ralph Taylor July 18, 2010 at 8:17 AM Great write, Sarge. B. Sprouts and Snickers Bars make my mouth water. I could make a great meal with just the sprouts. My fav food by far. Of course they cause a gas problem afterwards but I don't care, it's well worth it. Other people around me get wind of it. Have a good one, my friend. Good luck. Ralphie

Wilma Neels July 17, 2010 at 10:59 PM I enjoyed reading the ten things you like this morning.. Best wishes for the contest. :) WNN

Andrea Dietrich July 17, 2010 at 10:39 PM Love it love it love it (all except the brussel sprouts, tomatoes and possibly the wine which i don't drink) Thanks for your lovely comments tonight. Yes, I am only "agin" slam that is truly mean. LUv, Andrea

Barbara Gorelick July 17, 2010 at 8:42 PM The best ten my friend. Good job. BG