DO NOT MESS WITH JACK
SCHMITT DID AND LOOKS LIKE A HACK
BRITT TAKEN ABACK
There once was a girl named Katie
Whose favorite flower’s a daisy
She made mud pies you know
With water from the toilet bowl
People think she’s silly and crazy
katie l a shining girl
anthem salute swimming swirl
a thousand breathless reps
she mounts again top steps
nations pride nations pearl.
WHAT KATIE DID
Katie had jogged my elbow at the poker table
I tried to snatch back my chips but was unable
And I guess I was causing some sort of hiatus
A bet’s a bet, quite irrespective of one’s status
My pleadings were drowned out in that babel
Could I lose all that money sent over by cable
Other players showed no evidence of amity
Their gain will be my loss, and a real calamity
A bet once placed, is like making a contract
By now, any smile on my face had cracked
To regular rich punters a loss doesn’t matter
But for me, it’s my world that could shatter
I held my breath at the the fate I was dealt
All could clearly witness the pain that I felt
The highest bid that I had apparently made
My hand that must now have to be played
Perhaps the others thought I was a kidder
But it’s what a high bidder has to consider
Permit me to say how much I admire
Your voice and music--oh, how they inspire!
Each note from your lips speaks straight to the heart,
Awakening love as from Cupid’s dart.
My world seems to rest when you start to sing,
Entranced to go wherever your songs bring;
Suddenly I find in spite of all strife
A perfect world and a wonderful life.
The shadowy room when your music plays
Fills with colors diffused by the sun’s rays.
Forgetting all my troubles, I rejoice
Listening to your mesmerizing voice.
From fields of gold to the streets of Beijing
My thoughts take flight by each pluck of the string
Of your guitar, and then Time passes by
Like riding a sailboat where Sea meets Sky.
Thank you, Star, for your enchanting presence,
For piece by piece I feel my existence
Radiates at the sound of tones so sweet
From an Angel that makes a day complete.
November 3, 2024
Baguio City, Philippines
Katie's laugh is really funny.
I bet she makes lots of money.
Her tattoos are unique.
Her clothes are chic.
And her disposition is sunny.
There’s a tugging in my chest
It leads me straight to you
Bubbling, broiling love and luck
Of pink and golden hue
A kind and sweethearted soul
Deserves the world anew
And when she talks, my heart goes light
And face burns red for you
Sweetheart, sweetheart, hug me close
Pull me tight to you
My little blue jay, birdie, love
Fire alarm, love me too
In the garden of my heart
You bloom, A radiant rose in endless room
Your laughter
Like a gentle breeze
Brings my restless soul to ease
Your eyes, two stars in twilight’s glow
Guide me through the night, you know
With every word, your voice so sweet
My heart skips a joyous beat
In your embrace, I find my home
No longer do I need to roam
For in your love
I’ve found my place
A tender touch, a warm embrace
Katie, my love, my endless song
With you, my heart has found where it belongs
Together, we’ll face each new day
In love’s embrace, we’ll always stay
In the heart of a garden, where dreams unfold,
Katie wanders, her spirit free and bright.
White gold adorns her, a tale untold,
Glistening softly in the moon's gentle light.
Roses bloom in hues of crimson and white,
Their fragrance a symphony in the air.
Katie's touch, tender and light,
Turns each petal into a whisper, a prayer.
White gold, a promise of love's pure embrace,
Encircles her wrist, a delicate chain.
Roses blush at the sight of her grace,
In her presence, all sorrows wane.
Katie, white gold, and roses entwined,
A vision of beauty, timeless and true.
In this garden of wonders, love defined,
A story of elegance, forever anew.
In the quiet moments of the day
When the world feels far away
My thoughts drift gently to you
Katie, my love, so true.
Your smile, a beacon in the night
Guides me through the darkest plight
Your laughter, like a melody
Fills my heart with purest glee.
In your eyes, I see the stars
A universe where nothing mars
The beauty of your tender soul
With you, my heart is whole.
Every word you softly speak
Makes my knees go weak
Your touch, a gentle, loving grace
In your arms, I find my place.
Through the highs and through the lows
Our love, like a river, flows,
Steadfast, strong, and ever clear
With you, there’s nothing to fear.
Katie, you are my dream come true
My everything, my sky so blue
In this life, and the next to be
Forever yours, eternally.
Katie was upset because she lived far away
Her job was lousy, she had no money for a rainy day
She asked her brother Rich for money but he said “sorry, no”.
Her mother had to die without her, for Katie had no way to go
Two years later she sent a letter to the executor, her brother.
Please, she said, “could I please have the ruby ring of our mother?”
Rich sold the house, and forgot to share proceeds with her, not one two-bit.
He told her that his wife had the ring, and loved it, so she could not have it.
Years later she saw the ring on the finger of a woman on a bus in Lurr.
She said “My mom used to have one just like it, it is beautiful, for sure.
Ring-wearer asked, “Is your name Katie? Are you from uptown Ming?
Katie nodded her head, and the woman handed her the ruby ring.
Your brother and I once were married, she said.
But he is a selfish man, stingy even in his head.
I was coming to Ming to find you and give you this ring.
Katie felt her mother with her that day, her soul began to sing.
She looked familiar, but I had no idea why.
The instant I walked toward her eyes, I knew her.
It is Katy Perry, of course.
I love her as a red head, I love her as a blonde.
I usually picture her as a brunette.
Today I could see that she looks great without hair too.
Not many people can pull this off.
But she can.
Wow!
There's a girl from Dutch Country
Who kneads this heart inside of me
She's beautiful, a treat to see
A singing angel, that is she
A true companion to a T
I see compatibility
My dreams of her change me to we
Perhaps someday those dreams shall be
I wrote this for the children of my friend Wendy and her husband. They both died this past week from Covid 19. They both had chosen not to get the vaccine which is unfortunate. They died three days apart, she was 50 and he was 60. How many more loved ones will we have to watch die before social media stops with the lies and people start listening to their doctors. Please people get your vaccine and spare your children this heartache.
Dear Katie and Cameron
Another sunset has come and gone
My heart laments from dusk till dawn
With the sunrise I’ll kneel and pray
For strength and faith to guide your way
May God’s light shine down on you
And give you peace in all you do
I know their death was premature
But with each other you will endure
Live your life and make them proud
They’ll see you both in any crowd
Just keep in mind as they depart
They both will dwell within your heart
Don’t say goodbye, it’s not the end
They’re up with God, family and friends
You’ll see them again so have no fear
Your Mom and Dad still love you dear
St Pattys Day Limerick L. Milton Hankins
Twas in his cups, drinking bitter ale.
His name McGonahill, first name Kale.
Irish girl gave him wink
He sputtered came up pink
A big plotter, Miss Katie O’Dale.
She would make him a respectable sort.
His friend Collum laughed, gave a little snort.
She gave him the eye too
Super good Irish shrew
On Patty’s Day they all three now cavort.
There’s a set of twins that now hang with them.
Names Paddy and Leprechaun Shawn McFinn.
We watch but do not stare
Drink green beer without a care
In McGongill’s Boar Tavern, oh, so grim.
Contest: St Pattys Day Limerick
Sponsor: L. Milton Hankins
Written 2/28/2021
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