Gary Bateman Poet Free verse

Notes About The Poem

Author's Notes: This is another co-write that Liam McDaid and I had just finished late today under the interesting and hopefully funny title: "Whiskey Lips So Sublime." The backstory theme to this particular poem concerns the soul of a man who is possessed by the "intoxicated spirits." In this case, think the "whiskey spirits." We sincerely hope you enjoy the read and the tongue-in-cheek humor!! (Gary Bateman and Liam McDaid - July 23, 2018) (Free Verse)

Thematic Categories: allegory, celebration, fun, happiness, self, symbolism, and truth.

Whiskey Lips So Sublime

Whiskey Lips So Sublime

Whiskey Lips step now over the line of true fire-water,
As a warm-burning brings forward one glowing sign.
The golden mead of sweet mountain dew appears now,
As each golden drop sighs it moment of escape and as 
The alcohol signals and sparks the wildest of spirits in 
One’s own true self! 

This moment of sublime ecstasy excites and sparks your
Deepest inner-spirit and you begin to slur and sing loudly,
As your mind begins to reel from the drunken delight of
Your very own intoxicating breaths—noble, yet stupid,
As you become drunken forever under each psychic sip
You taketh from the deepest pool in the very depths of
Your eternal soul!

Your very eyes now glaze over a breathless message
You have found in the cheapest of whiskey bottles.
Saying a divine prayer to Almighty God Himself, 
You open the bottle cork now and take notice that a
Little genie pops out of nowhere and begins to take all
Three of your mythic wishes granted together into one!

With that, this little genie shall begin dancing and singing
An ancient Irish whiskey song in your presence into the
Wee hours of the morning until you both pass out and fall
Into a drunken stupor with your whiskey lips so sublime!        

Gary Bateman and Liam McDaid, A Collaborated Poem 
Copyright © All Rights Reserved – July 23, 2018
(Free Verse)

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Vladislav Raven October 23, 2018 at 11:49 AM Hi Gary, a wonderful, fun write on that old demon Whiskey. I am willing to give Liam and ypourself Guiness but when it comes to Whiskey.......SCOTLAND! I haven't drank for many years now but your collaboration did bring back memories. I have to admit, I loved the way that you both wrote this little gem. Have a wonderful Tuesday. Your friend always....Mike. Gary Bateman October 23, 2018 at 1:49 PM Hello Vlad (Mike)!! Great to hear from you!! I just happen to currently be down in Stuttgart, Germany this week away from my residence in Northern Germany. Regardless, my laptop is with me. I am very pleased that you like this "Whiskey" co-write from Liam and me. I really don't drink much anymore as well, but I still have a glass of wine or whiskey on occasion. BTW, I'm hoping to have my second poetry book manuscript to my publisher by early Spring 2019, with it being released to the public sometime thereafter. I will keep you apprised!! Best, Gary

Robert Lindley July 26, 2018 at 8:31 AM Love it! You guys are masters at composing.. I myself once took a special interest in sampling fine whiskey. Bravo! You and Liam have created a true beauty with his one. A fav.. Gary Bateman July 26, 2018 at 8:46 AM Hello Robert!! Many Thanks to you, as always, for your read and for your very gracious comments -- and for the FAV too!! This one was as very special verse written, of course, tongue-in-cheek. I am probably the more dedicated whiskey drinker than Liam. This poem helps to reflect the Irish heritage of both of its author's!! LOL!! Best Wishes to you and your family!! Gary

Liam Mcdaid July 24, 2018 at 8:56 AM also i would like to thank everyone for the heartfelt comments wishing you all a blessed week Gary Bateman July 25, 2018 at 2:32 PM Thanks for other note here Liam to everyone else who reads our noble whiskey spoof here!! Be Careful: "The Little Genie" is now on the loose!! (LOL!!) Best Wishes, Gary

Liam Mcdaid July 24, 2018 at 8:52 AM Gary this brought a big smile having been of the drink for years thinking back your pen pal intoxicated this piece very beautifully always a deep pleasure mixing ink with you pal Gary Bateman July 25, 2018 at 2:30 PM Thanks Liam Mate!! Looks like our mutual mixture of whiskey and ink on this one brought our "Little Genie" friend to life. Always my great pleasure too, to work with you when we can work in a co-write or two together. Best Always Pal!! Gary

M. L. Kiser July 23, 2018 at 7:15 PM A super collaboration; kudos guys. Gary Bateman July 25, 2018 at 2:23 PM Hello MLK!! Thanks on behalf of both Liam and me!! Very Pleased you enjoyed our dive here into the world of Irish Whiskey. Best Always, Gary

Arturo Michael July 23, 2018 at 5:19 PM Everything about this poem is true...may I pour another whisky for you... It's magical to the point of detrimental...Congrats to both of you...I enjoyed it... Gary Bateman July 25, 2018 at 2:21 PM Hello Arturo, Thanks for your read and great comment here. This was written, of course, as a joke. However, with Liam being full-blooded Irish and with my being part Irish through my Mother's family -- we both do enjoy some whiskey now and then. (I can speak for myself for sure on that!!) And so -- don't be afraid to have a glass!! LOL!! Cheers, Gary