L Milton Hankins Poet Light Verse

Whatever Happened To Porter Wagoner

Remember the fellow with the slicked-back hair
Cowboy suits with lots of fringe?
Thought he and Dolly made quite the pair,
His nasal voice made us cringe.

Yes, he gave the “little lady” a chance to sing
On his weekly television show
We thought he and Dolly were having a fling,
But it was Carl who made her glow.

Years have brought Dolly fortune and fame
Her mentor slipped into obscurity,
Most people don’t even remember his name
But her songs bought her security.


SECOND PLACE WINNER
"Anything You Want" Poetry Contest
sponsored by Chantelle Anne Cooke
written July 30, 2021

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Kim Rodrigues August 2, 2021 at 9:43 AM Great tribute! No one makes it on their own. Congrats! L Milton Hankins August 2, 2021 at 9:47 AM Thank you, Kim. That is soooo true!

Paula Goldsmith August 2, 2021 at 7:28 AM Congratulations on your win. "Whatever Happened to Porter Wagoner" is a creative/fun-story/write. Really enjoyed it. Have a blessed day ..................... L Milton Hankins August 2, 2021 at 8:54 AM Thanks so much, Paula. I think we all like and appreciate Dolly! It was a fun write.

Alexis Y. August 2, 2021 at 1:17 AM Hi Milt, I'm just coming back to congratulate you on a well-deserved win. Congratulations:-)Alexis L Milton Hankins August 2, 2021 at 8:54 AM Thanks so much, Alexis. I appreciate it.

Jan Allison August 1, 2021 at 12:49 PM gosh i never knew this about Dolly, thanks for sharing and congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx L Milton Hankins August 1, 2021 at 1:46 PM Thanks so much, Jan. I'm glad you enjoyed my poem.

Christuraj Alex August 1, 2021 at 12:24 PM Each line is so splendid. Your works are great. I learn humility from you. Maybe because you go all the way to appreciate people. God Bless You! L Milton Hankins August 1, 2021 at 1:47 PM Ah, thanks so much, Christuraj. I'm so glad you enjoyed my poem, and I really appreciate your comments.

Caren Krutsinger July 31, 2021 at 7:06 PM I remember Porter Wagoner. I liked him too and his fancy fringed jackets! L Milton Hankins July 31, 2021 at 7:17 PM I wasn't a big fan of Wagoner, but I sure loved Dolly. Still do. She's a fine lady, for sure!

Alexis Y. July 30, 2021 at 11:59 AM Hi L. Milton, Him and Dolly made quite the pair.I used to see him host the Grand Old Opry. Dolly’s most famous hit, “ I’ll Always Love You. “ was about him. I enjoyed the read. Have a great day and weekend:-)Alexis Alexis Y. July 30, 2021 at 12:25 PM Not to mention what she made when Whitney Houston covered it:-)Alexis L Milton Hankins July 30, 2021 at 12:13 PM Yep, all true. Dolly made over $4 million from this song. Leaving his show was probably the best business decision she ever made.