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JamesMichael
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0 posted 2008-05-19 01:35 AM


Kentucky Woman

Why do things seem all
settled and tucked in
precisely the moment
a new adventure begins.
Something to do with a
basket full of gamblers
coming from out of town
and culminating in the
heartbeat of Churchill Downs.
Something else to do with strangers
in the night, women in summer hats and
white dresses with a desire to look nice.
Energy creating energy, excitement
breeding excitement, and the thrill
and excitement of today guarantees
a most delightful night.
May the best man win...

JamesLee
16May
2008


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r v wooo
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since 2007-08-07
Posts 656

1 posted 2008-05-19 09:33 AM


my, my, my, your poem took me back to an old time frame in my life, 1958 to 1963. went to college with two kentucky women...both were real beauties...miss kentucky beauty pageant queens...shannon beasley and marcia chumbler...also, remember marcia's little brother, billy. he was quite a basketball player and i was a distance runner in those days...my lord, a lot of whistles were blowing in those days. my, my, my, the stories that lay dormant in memories...hey james, thanks for the jolt, enjoyed the poem.
shyvl
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since 2008-04-11
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texas, usa
2 posted 2008-05-19 01:22 PM


I get the impression of a big event invading a peaceful sleepy town with worldly sights and excitements.  I enjoyed your words even if I got the message wrong.
sharyn

Margherita
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Eternity
3 posted 2008-05-20 07:49 AM


quote:
Energy creating energy, excitement
breeding excitement, and the thrill
and excitement of today guarantees
a most delightful night.
May the best man win...



Love these lines especially, dear James.

Love,
Margherita

Earth Angel
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since 2002-08-27
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4 posted 2008-05-20 11:49 AM


Hmmm, now why do you suppose that I have the sudden urge to sip on a mint julep?!?


Linda

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