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All righty my poetic friends - Listen up!!
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All righty my poetic friends - Listen up!! |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA 
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Christina Myers makes a good point... All of you are posting new poems at a phenomenal rate every day - much faster than you're commenting upon others' postings. As a matter of fact, our membership is skyrocketing. Every time I open the forum, there are several new people registered (and I really TRY to greet you all). Can you imagine Ron's attempting to read all of these poems by himself? No wonder he gave us this forum - He may be a poetry addict, folks - but even HE can't keep the pace you guys are setting (and he thinks I can?)... I'm certainly not complaining. Keep those keyboards humming! Do try, however, to comment upon each other's work more. Each of you hopes to see comments on your own work when you return to the forum, and so do your colleagues. This program works well because it's so interactive - much like a family - and supporting each other is an integral part of its success. So, if you see that some poems have no responses, check them out... You may just find a masterpiece that everyone else has missed. Your posted comment will then bring that poem back into the limelight... "front and center", as they say. What to comment? - Whatever you feel... Ron and/or I will "edit" only when your poetry or comment is unnecessarily derogatory (constructive criticism is encouraged) - graphically lewd - unpoetically profane - or the like. If you're wondering if a posting is appropriate, you might consider the "Adult Forum". It probably will get even more attention there - ya think?? My SUGGESTION - For each poem you post, comment on at least two or three others... constructive critique, or just a gesture of appreciation - Try it - You'll like it!! HAPPY POSTING TO ALL......  ANY QUESTIONS????[This message has been edited by Nan (edited 06-23-99).] |
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Christina Myers Member
since 1999-06-21
Posts 159 |
*blush* ;-) |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I also think it's a good idea, with so many new members, to go as far back to the beginning of the forum and reply to a poem that may have been posted in the beginning of the forum. This way we can let the 'newbies' see some of the first poetry here. Thanks Nan, for getting us in shape!  |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Nan - nice seeing your picture after all this time. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Yeah - All the guys are ape over me.... |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
I feel I must admit that I am guilty of the truth of it! I've posted poems expecting to hear a word or two from others here, and yet I haven't quite took part in responding to him who echoed his heart. Do you think the format of the forum has something to do with lack of decorum? Well, I don't know but if that's not so, tomorrow, I'll go back in time and respond to those who posted rhyme-- But please don't push the envelope! RESPOND TO ME OR I CAN'T COPE! (;-) just joking) (Hey, Nan! It's a big www, eh, what? Sorry haven't had much time lately) |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
So there you are My friend Doreen - With Peri-scope You've now been seen.... I see your name Up with the rest There's no such thing Here as a guest!! So comment please As you confess - There's no excuse For BusiNess  |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
Ok, Miss Ness, I catch your drift, But finding time has got me miffed. If I had time to hang out here Like you and handsome Balladeer There'd be no time for cooking soup Or play with Alicia's hoolahoop Or supervising teenage boys Who's days are filled with 'lectric toys Like amps, guitars and techno noise. And apart from that, when would I work? Should I just quit and Forum Lurk And write a verse or ten each day, Forgetting 'bout the need of pay? My dilemma isn't odd. (Well, perhaps it is on old Cape Cod). But, my friend, I promise this, Each time I post a poem, dear Miss, I vow that I'll respond to two Since that's the proper thing to do! One question, first, Miss AnswerNESS How to get MORE responsiveness From critics, poets, hanging here-- Like handsome, kind, dear Balladeer? I guess this poet's pretty hot. I have it right? Or do I not? Sometimes he gets 13 responses! To me, I guess that's just what hot is! Oh well, thank God we have this forum And soon we'll all learn right decorum. For this, we thank our net-god Ron! (Ummm, don't feel obligated to respond.) |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
I know, I know-I feel kind of lost here, or adrift in a sea of poetry, or whatever you want to say...by the way, who am I quoting on the "adrift" thing? |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Elizabeth Is sailing 'round. While she's adrift; Some are aground. For she did post A fine display; That's more than most Can say today. So she's exempt From vengefulNess - But never from My SilliNess.  |
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Krystal Member
since 1999-06-19
Posts 140Shelton,WA USA |
Nan, I agree with you. Thank you for the reminder. Also, Poet deVine... very good suggestion of your own, as well! ------------------ Shannon D. Montgomery ("Krystal") |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Geesh - the things you have to do to stay on top around this place....  |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
Staying on top is important, you know! On, top, at any cost! Especially when teaching the rules of this place, and also since YOU'RE the boss! Don't lose you place in line, my friend; you ARE the moderator! The words getting out, 'cause you've got clout and better now, than later! |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Cute, Nan, real cute. |
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Wolfgang Member
since 1999-05-24
Posts 124Hamilton, Ont. Canada |
I think "Tony The Tiger" up there is up to no good! |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
That isn't Tony the Tiger, that's Tigger, of Winnie-the-Pooh fame! |
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Augchic711 Member
since 1999-06-17
Posts 80O'Fallon, IL, USA |
Great ideas by one and all We post our work here with no fees At least we can Do what the leader says Do me one favor If you will Please respond to my poetry but please be kind as I've done to all Have all fun and games around here but please remember post your thoughts hates and desires in these fun forums But also to use our kind new decorums (hehehe ran out of an end sorry) Not the best response but it did only take about 5 minutes -- it's the thought that counts hehehe  |
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Wolfgang Member
since 1999-05-24
Posts 124Hamilton, Ont. Canada |
I just needed to read this again.... |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
Great point Nan! I challenge everyone [including myself] to read back as far as you can and look for poems that got ZERO responses and re-read and comment if you can. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Let's keep this baby on top for a while more!!  |
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Newguy Junior Member
since 1999-06-27
Posts 36Moultrie, GA, USA |
Well here I post for all to see So, please, please, comment me! I don't have time to reply tonight I just found this great new site But tomorrow I'll be back and comment I will So until then, you'll hafta deal. I know I'm new So please be good And I'll ne nice as I know I should. But now I'm gone Off to bed Visions of sheep Dance in my head. Newguy (Keith Hargraves) |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Now there's the spirit - not bad for a new guy...  |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
yes, 3 cheers for the new guy. [imagine a cute graphic here like Nan uses, only i don't know how to put them here. So, u will have to imagine one on ur own.....a puppy dog maybe? Yes, A lil tan puppy running after a butterfly in a field.] Is this close enough? To learn how to do graphics - Click on "FAQ" (upper right on the screen) and read the "html" tutorial   [This message has been edited by Nan (edited 07-04-99).] |
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jfreak Member
since 1999-06-17
Posts 306Yuma, AZ, USA |
Nan this place is SOOOOOOOOOOOOO much more fun than the Scroll. Do you agree? Thanx for getting involved so we could move to a new neighborhood. That old one was becoming a real poetic ghetto. Make sure this one doesn't "scroll" down that same road. jfreak |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Not a chance, jfreak - This joint is a class act all the way.....  |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
i tend to reply much more than i post...my poetry a bit rusty, rhyming at most...back to the top with advice so sound...let's give it one more go-around ------------------ My One and Only ... Childhood Memories ... your countenance ... hoarse whispers ... serving wench ... stolen hours ... devotion ... Master |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Just when I was beginning to whine that no one was reading poetry of mine all those eggs out there unread then back to the top and this message says "read the ones left undone!" or words to that effect and I thought heck I've been doing my part, hon! So Nan, back to the top once again so all the new kids can see where we've been to niggle their brain with thoughts anew and to comment and critique, they ought to do. ------------------ Sunshine Words will always express our feelings true. ~~~ KRJ Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow [This message has been edited by Sunshine (edited 07-14-99).] |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
stooping, bending, lifting...up you go! |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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azblond Senior Member
since 1999-07-01
Posts 637The Steamy Desert |
Please forgive me for posting too much I really try to keep others in touch You see, I can't sleep late at night And here I've found a place to write I try to reply to as many as I post And really its to the credit of our host who created a site for which I'm addicted You see I've really become quite afflicted! But I promise to do whatever I can To keep my post down, my reply's up again And bring this post back to the top of the list To be read by those who it may have missed! (Am I forgiven??)(If I say Please??!!) |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
this should always be on top me thinks |
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~one voice~ Senior Member
since 1999-07-08
Posts 664Billings, MT USA |
I agree with every one of you! Read the poems and tell the truth! The praise you get is so worthwhile! It will surely make you smile! So after reading one or two, let the author hear from you! And in return the author might read your work and give insight! Nan knows what she's talkin' 'bout! Respond, she says! There's not a doubt! Just give a little of your time, and you'll get praised for every rhyme! Okay? ------------------ ~one voice~ *You are you, and I am I, and if by chance we find each other, it's beautiful.* |
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Masked Intruder
Moderator
Senior Member
since 1999-05-23
Posts 1231Near golden sunsets |
To rhyme Or not to rhyme? That is the question Or not? NOT!I was really gonna try, Really... Honestly... I'm not lying... Or not? actually...*grins*, I was... but I gave up when I looked at the HTML stuff...hehehehe! ------------------ Even with a lot of imagination, does it make the story less true? |
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tori Senior Member
since 1999-06-18
Posts 520Mechanicsville, Maryland, USA |
To each and every Poet here And the Esteemed Master Balladeer I bid Salutations to all of you, Nan your words are spoken true I wish every one would read, and do Maybe if upon the form, we fill out to join the forum If the words were written there All would start with a grand post By replying to our Gracious host A challenge, some may say But I think it might work out this way Then this message would stay on top And not one post would sit alone And feel that they knocked, when no one was home If I sit and read a spell I'll do my part and reply as well Oh yes, Nan these words are right If you post you must reply Don't worry about the numbers game Every pome in whom evers name Is from a heart just the same |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
with a skip and a hop...back to the top ------------------ Tribute to M.J. ... My One and Only ... Childhood Memories ... your countenance ... hoarse whispers ... serving wench ... stolen hours ... devotion ... Master |
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Sundance Member
since 1999-07-11
Posts 123 |
What wuz that about?  |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
this should be the first thing any newbie reads |
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Alwye
Moderator
Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
I think some of us need to take a look at this again...especially those who post and do not respond in the teen forum.. ------------------ ..And down from the eternal heavens comes fate's jeweled fingertips, it's magic flowing into awaiting souls..--Krista Knutson *Krista Knutson* |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
 thanks for the hint on the graphics, Nan.....hope this works! |
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Genea Member
since 1999-06-15
Posts 321USA |
it did work!!  GOTCHA!!![This message has been edited by Genea (edited 07-15-99).] [This message has been edited by Nan (edited 07-17-99).] |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
another lift to the top  |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
i'm starting to feel like...what's that greek mythical figure, the one rolling the boulder up the hill? |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
next person to read this, please lend a hand and bring it back to the top |
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tulip Member
since 1999-07-04
Posts 320unknown |
O.K. I've finally made it through, reading the responses of me and you. I'll post a reply and send it up, Replying more often, now matter how tough! |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
tulip.....i'm sure you'll blossom on this site |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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Saxoness
since 1999-07-18
Posts 1102Texas |
well............I feel lost......but it's good advice. so far, I've been messaging alot. Everyone, I'm new......but please read my night magic, my masterpiece, and tell me what you think. ------------------ "Glory remains unaware of my neglected dwelling where alone I sing my tearful song which has charms only for me." -Charles Brugnot |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
some things i have learned since "joining": the more you respond the more replies you get, better to post only one poem a day |
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~one voice~ Senior Member
since 1999-07-08
Posts 664Billings, MT USA |
Alright, I'll lend a helping hand... This one stays on top! ~one voice~ |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
thanks one voice |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Here we go again... Elvira, it was Sisyphus who was rolling the boulder up the hill. |
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Red Letter Member
since 1999-05-24
Posts 85Allentown, PA |
I just wanted my name to appear in this huge string of comments... Red |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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Alwye
Moderator
Member Elite
since 1999-06-16
Posts 3850In the space between moments |
Another lift to the top for those newbies to read....::smiles:: ------------------ ..And down from the eternal heavens comes fate's jewelled fingertips, it's magic flowing into awaiting souls..--Krista Knutson *Krista Knutson* |
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Starfish Junior Member
since 1999-07-20
Posts 34New Zealand |
Im new on the web and won't mess with your head if your poem is great I'll tell you, you wait This place is a find and I hope you won't mind if I invite along friends to mix and to blend |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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TheGreenPolarBear Junior Member
since 1999-05-23
Posts 38Kansas |
This looks like fun. Yellow's the color of the sun. I think I'll join in, because I don't have a fin. So up to the top you go, with a click, not a throw. No more bad rhyming from me...bubye |
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Princess Lily Member
since 1999-07-13
Posts 149USA |
 This is music to my ears ------------------ We see only what we want to see~unless perhaps~we believe |
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Princess Lily Member
since 1999-07-13
Posts 149USA |
Back to the top once again!!!! :P |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
everyone should lend a hand to keep this on top |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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TheGreenPolarBear Junior Member
since 1999-05-23
Posts 38Kansas |
Why not? "Are you ready to return to the top my good friend?" "Yes, I am ready." "Good. You are about to experience a truly incredible feeling. I'll see you soon." Heehee, so I'm bored. It's still at the top. The Green Polar Bear  |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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Princess Lily Member
since 1999-07-13
Posts 149USA |
I try to reply to poems with no replies, but please if you would return the favor and reply to mine,for I have only 2 to which have been replied to.Thanks! ------------------ We see only what we want to see~unless perhaps~we believe |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
------------------ If I had my mouth I would bite. If I had my liberty I would do my liking. In the mean time, let me be that I am, and seek not to alter me. ~~~Shakespeare~~~ |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
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Emmy Member
since 1999-06-29
Posts 194KY |
And ANOTHER shove to the top! |
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Clmbb Junior Member
since 1999-07-23
Posts 18Petersburg,Pa, USA |
This is a wonderful, so amny comments on one posting.....lets see more on all of the postings < |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Thank you all..... One last time to the top with this one - Then we'll start another... GET UP THERE!!!!!!  |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
if your gonna close this thread mite i get in one peekaboo PEEKABOO ahahahahahahaha |
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