Vince Suzadail Jr. Poet Couplet

Time Traveler

Modern times and politics tend to leave me cold
So I close my eyes and fantasize about the days of old
I’d travel back to Nottingham to serve the common good
And join the ranks of Little John, Friar Tuck and Robin Hood
I would be dashing and daring with my sword raised in the air
Fighting kings and princes for the hand of my lady fair
Sometimes I’d be a pirate, rollicking fun and pleasure
Sailing with Long John Silver, looking for buried treasure
I’d travel back to Ancient Egypt in the hot desert sand
Aid the escape by Moses to find the Promised Land
In Ireland you might find me, hiding out in a little town
Helping my fellow countrymen rebel against the crown
Then I’d be a cowboy riding the bull in the rodeo
Or standing side by side with Sam Bowie in Old San Antonio
Oh to be in Philadelphia in seventeen seventy five
Declaring independence, bringing liberty alive
In seventeen eighty nine, with a heart that’s filled with zeal
I would help the proud French citizens in storming the Bastille
I’d be a rebel and a cowboy, a pirate and a king
A bandit and a movie star,  I’d laugh and dance and sing.

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Sharon Winter April 5, 2009 at 12:56 PM Sorry I missed this Vince! Been crazy busy as my daughter's wedding was yesterday! So, I've been way behind on the soup here, as I know you can relate with all the excitement happening in your life! Congrats on your awesome win in Christie's contest! Hope you are enjoying every moment with your precious family! Love, Shar

Michael Jordan April 4, 2009 at 11:41 PM Hi Vince - Congratulations on your H.M. in Christies Contest – God Bless, MJ

Brian Strand April 4, 2009 at 8:57 AM Congrats on your success in Christie's contest Vince.Rgds Brian

Nigel Fawcett April 4, 2009 at 12:29 AM Congratulations on your fantastic poem and well deserved win in Christie's excellent contest.

John Weber April 3, 2009 at 11:30 AM Strong use of meter, Vince! I enjoy this topic a great deal; modern life can be such rubbish sometimes! Congrats! Warm regards, John.

Carrie Richards April 3, 2009 at 6:52 AM You make me want to have the same kind of black and white movie fantasy, at least from the girl's point of view!! Loved this, and so glad Christie picked it to be at the top of her winner's list....so well deserved!! Congratulations, Vince!!

Lena Townsend April 3, 2009 at 6:21 AM Just dropping back by to say, "Congratulations on the honorable mention in Christie's contest." Smiles from Lolita

Mc Mc March 22, 2009 at 2:54 PM superb! and thank you!

Jane Bowen March 19, 2009 at 7:39 PM Bravo my friend! Loved the couplet originalityin this fine write Vince~ Good to be back with the best of the best~!!! God love ya.....take care and really, you pulled this original out of a story that completed itself by your fine pen! Forever this poem will be remembered...because of its flow...you should try to publish it. That's my take on it....(and I am a pretty critical reader...) Loved every word!!!!!!!!! God bless and enjoy your week. Janers (your friend at the soupie)

Carolyn Devonshire March 19, 2009 at 5:52 PM Vince, check your Soup Mail. I sent Miniver Cheevy to you.

Carolyn Devonshire March 19, 2009 at 4:47 PM Wow, Vince, this is incredible!!! Have you ever read Minever Cheevy by E. A. Robinson? Cheevy shares your fantasy. LOVE THIS!!

Robin L. Gass March 19, 2009 at 4:37 PM Excellent dreaming, Vince. The couplet is perfect and your imagery is wonderful! This is such a delightful read! Thank you for sharing and your thoughtful comment! Love, Robin

Michael Torres March 19, 2009 at 3:52 PM Vince thank you for your kind comments. Coming from you they are well appreciated. This poem put a smile on my face and reminded me of how much joy I get from reading wonderful thoughts put into clever words. I miss this sight and poets like you Vince that make this world a better place to live in. Thank you for sharing you are one of my favorites and may the good Lord bless you and all who you love. Sincerely Michael

L'Nass Shango March 18, 2009 at 9:35 AM Fantastically great ... love the commentary. Peace!

James Faulkner March 17, 2009 at 11:06 PM powerful message as usuall. hell of a write vince. very well-penned

Lena Townsend March 17, 2009 at 7:28 PM This is so magical and dreamy. I love the fantasy of it all. To be able to reach back to our childhood and run and play as we did then would not only be a relief from responsibility it would flat out be a great time! You put your youthful nature on display here. Great write! Smiles from Lolita

Carrie Richards March 17, 2009 at 4:11 PM Boy, oh..boy...you are going to be pretty darn exhausted living all those different lives.... and what about the clothes?? Do you have the figure to swash-buckle through Sherwood forest in green tights? Great poem, Vince...dream on!!

Christopher Higgins March 17, 2009 at 9:39 AM Love this piece Vince.. you know there was once a very good basketball player with the name sam Bowie..didn't play long..suffered from bad feet. love your writes brother.. the message always hits home.