Tim Ryerson Poet Narrative

You a Dead Man

Okay Father, nice talkin to you…
WOW fellas, last meal too huh?
Well, thanks but no thanks
Been readin up on my Shakespeare
and that “To be or not to be” guy?
I kinda identify with that dude 
Cause I DO be right now
but in a couple of hours
I AIN’T gonna be, so--- 
it seems I’ve lost my appetite…
(I COULD use a drink though)


6/27/2015
For the contest sponsored by: John Lawless

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Lycia Harding July 24, 2015 at 8:51 AM This is so cool, Tim! Totally urban. Congrats on your win! xoxo

Dr. Upma A. Sharma July 23, 2015 at 1:43 AM Congrats on ur winning awesome write Tim ! Great work!

Skat A July 23, 2015 at 12:17 AM WOW,,, i was not expecting that. Tim, Congrats on your SHORT SHRIFT win. Love SKAT

Suzanne Delaney July 22, 2015 at 11:18 PM Oh yes Tim: I think my appetite would be gone but sure, I'd be up for a Mango Daiquiri...Congrats on a fine win. SuZ

Viv Wigley July 22, 2015 at 8:45 PM Great characterisation, Tim, with suitable gallows humour. Love it. Congratulations. Regards, Viv

John Lawless July 22, 2015 at 7:00 PM Ah, Tim, the unrepentant giving "short shrift" to those hoping for closure. This one had a bit of a twist to it. Thanks for entering the contest

Eve Roper July 22, 2015 at 6:49 PM Congratulations on your wonderful win. Hugs Eve

Jan Allison July 22, 2015 at 6:02 PM love your unique take on the theme Tim congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx

Carrie Richards June 30, 2015 at 5:22 PM You always have a way to make me laugh......that is, if you aren't making me cry! I love it that you can do both so well !!!

Laura Breidenthal June 30, 2015 at 2:54 PM that “To be or not to be” guy...hehe Nicely written, Tim. Love that ending! Always a pleasure reading from you dear! Always, Laura

Carol Eastman June 29, 2015 at 12:38 PM Interesting topic... Good write.

Constance La France June 28, 2015 at 6:28 PM Tim, this is wonderful for the contest 7 and thanks for visiting my poem haiku 10 and for the nice comment

Nette Onclaud June 28, 2015 at 10:34 AM intriguing piece worth all my while, meal or no meal, tim... very engaging!.. soupie mail!.. huggs

Afolabi Muideen June 28, 2015 at 3:36 AM This is extremely brilliant write, you painted very beautiful and with vivid imagery. Hope this will win the contest, good luck.....................7!..........A.M.

Kp Nunez June 28, 2015 at 3:04 AM Can't blame the guy for loosing his appetite...A Shakespeare read before the moment certainly makes for some introspection. Goodluck for the contest, Tim!

Diane Christian June 28, 2015 at 2:29 AM a powerful poem, wow, its straight and honest and to the point. thank you for your ki8nd comments and support on my poems

Viv Wigley June 28, 2015 at 12:46 AM Sharp, but poignant write, Tim. Should do well. Good luck in the contest. Regards, Viv