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World Series of Poets

A.R. Ammons on the mound Auden on the mound Ginsberg on 1st Frost on second Carl Sandburg on third Ferlinghetti at short Right Field - Wordsworth Left field - Shelly Blake - Center field Shakespeare - Catcher Have I dropped enough names for you? What's so bad about being a name dropper? The game is on Unfortunately my team is losing But with poetic talent They may yet Eke out a victory Postscript - They just won!

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Michael Jordan

Date: 8/30/2008 3:51:00 PM

Very ingenious and I must say your in excellent company - God bless

Sharon Winter

Date: 8/30/2008 12:45:00 PM

Matthew, this is so different for you. Very clever and creative! Yes, a winning team indeed. Love, Shar

Michael Degenhardt

Date: 8/30/2008 10:08:00 AM

Quite imaginative and such wonderful poets you chose to play the field in this game. Excellent visuals and a fun read. Michael