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Balladeer
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0 posted 1999-07-03 07:51 PM


I could have been a writer.
I was told I had a flair
For putting words on paper
To create a feeling there.

I could have been an artist.
People say I had a way
Of blending tints and colors
In a masterful display.

I could have been so many things.
So many chances missed!
But, due to my affliction,
I can only reminisce.......

Oh....what a man I might have been
If it were not for CNN
And CBS and NBC
And all the options there for me.

I really must confess to hate
This semi-catatonic state,
But I am held, quite willingly,
A hostage to my own t.v.!

I start out every morning
With the early morning news.
Then Market Watch A.M. Report
Gives me financial views.

From there I watch the talk shows,
And then, sometime around noon,
I sit and giggle as I watch
My favorite cartoons.

From there, you know right where I go
(Although they are for dopes)
I find myself completely hooked
On all the daily soaps!

From there I go to news again,
And then some movie shows,
The evening prayer and final word
And on it goes and goes.

Day after day, I move along
From news to benediction.
I've got to find a way to end
This horrible affliction!

It sure has taught a lesson
That I never will forget.
I need a less addictive life -
Perhaps the internet..........

[This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 07-03-99).]

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David
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1 posted 1999-07-03 08:01 PM


I loved it. Scary how real that is for some.
Poet deVine
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2 posted 1999-07-03 08:10 PM


Perfect! A laugh out loud truly great poem! I would say you are only addicted if you go away for a golfing trip and take a computer with you!

Fred Hobbs
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3 posted 1999-07-03 08:15 PM


Balladeer,

Still waiting for a bad one. Don't you have ANY?

Another great job...
fh


Balladeer
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4 posted 1999-07-03 08:16 PM


Thank you, David.
Poet deVine, who would do a dumb thing like that?
Fred, here's one coming up. THE SNORE is for you!

[This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 07-03-99).]

thursdayschild
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Houston, Tx.
5 posted 1999-07-03 08:23 PM


Entertaining! Thanks for the smile!
Lost Dreamer
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since 1999-06-20
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Somewhere near the Rainbow
6 posted 1999-07-04 01:11 PM


You never cease to amaze me with all your poetry. Another great one! Thanks for creating smiles.
elvira
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Posts 936
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7 posted 1999-07-14 02:47 PM


your are so diverse...thanks for the laugh

PS: you inspired me to write my latest "My One and Only"
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Childhood Memories ... your countenance ... hoarse whispers ... serving wench ... stolen hours ... devotion ... Master




[This message has been edited by elvira (edited 07-14-99).]

wayoutwalt
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since 1999-06-22
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TEXAS (it's all big)
8 posted 1999-07-14 03:24 PM


this one is great such wit!
blueloon
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since 1999-07-07
Posts 161
NY
9 posted 1999-07-14 03:38 PM


A great question...if only? But to be quite honest...I'm glad you are who you are because otherwise I may not be able to enjoy your work!
blueloon

Andrew Scott
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10 posted 1999-07-14 04:17 PM


A good dose of humor with a good dose of the truth. By choice I didn't own a t.v. for 4 years; it was amazing how much more I lived for the lack thereof. Unfortunately, the beast is back and I often find myself all to often captured like a deer in the headlights. A good piece of work here, Sir Balladeer. Thanks!
ac
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since 1999-06-17
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Cayey, PR - USA
11 posted 1999-07-16 09:44 AM


It's been a while... and i come to see that not only do you delight in playing the strings of my heart and moving the tears within me unknown... but now must you also attack my funny bone... this was great *smiles*
lenny
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since 1999-07-11
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12 posted 1999-07-16 10:08 AM


Hah, great ending! Smile... We turned off our satellite dish a long time ago. I find the tube to be draining and debilitating although I know it can be quite magnetic at times. Keep writing during the commercials Balladeer!
Gentle Soul
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Vinton,Ohio USA
13 posted 1999-07-16 11:39 AM


sounds like how my life is! hhehehe.. I used to be a TV junkee.. then when I got the net.. I just have completely forgot I even own one! LOL

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Oklahoma Rose
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since 2008-02-28
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14 posted 2009-08-04 11:44 PM


I already have that addiction. But, I do have to let it wait at times, so I can go make a living. LOL!
boxingchick
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since 2009-09-16
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15 posted 2009-09-16 10:32 PM


wow you have graet poetry i love it

Poetal
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16 posted 2009-11-09 04:29 PM


Enjoyed the write "What I could have been"
Your form was very good with excellent rhyme scheme and rhythm. It flows smooth and is easy to read and understand. Oh to think what we all could have been? Kay-Saraw LOL.  

markd
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17 posted 2010-03-01 04:18 AM


Nice one,a reality byte,but light and very humourous
Balladeer
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18 posted 2010-03-01 08:39 AM


Thanks, Mark, and welcome! We hope you enjoy your stay here
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