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deleeme
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since 1999-10-09
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NEW ENGLAND, USA

0 posted 2001-01-28 04:27 PM


I heard about it on the radio
'Twas a Benefit Concert last night,
And since it was close to my Birthday
I thought we would go out and try it.

For the radio ad had inticed me
And encouraged me I should be there,
For as a Special Treat, they said
That Elvis there would appear!

That seemed to me quite different
And so it was you see,
The Elvis that was there last night
Was only vaugly what I 'membered him to be>

Oh sure, he has his Elvis attire
Sunglasses, red scarf and a ring,
And if I closed my eyes and listened
Much like Elvis, this guy could sing.

But he was an old and pudgy version
With his hip action all but gone,
But he made some bold Elvis knee bends
And sang quite a few of his songs.

I'd say it was quite entertaining
But my opinion shouldn't go to his head
For to me, it was the best proof ever-
That alas, the poor "King" IS dead!

© Copyright 2001 David L. White - All Rights Reserved
ellie LeJeune
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since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156
King of Prussia, PA USA
1 posted 2001-01-28 04:50 PM


david; Thank goodness! sorry....never liked him...but this is a great poem and very funny...sounds like less than an enjoyable evening!   Love, Sis

A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails.

2dalimit
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since 2000-02-08
Posts 2228
Mississippi coast
2 posted 2001-01-28 09:21 PM


Good read. Amusing.
Melton

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3 posted 2001-01-28 10:13 PM


Very nice one here hehe......quite funny!



I was born myself, raised myself, and will continue to be myself. The world will just have to adjust.

I'm in love with my shadow
I admire it daily

kcsgrandma
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since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522
Presque Isle, ME
4 posted 2001-01-28 11:40 PM


He's DEAD???  Really???      Glad you had a good time, and thanks for sharing it in this very amusing poem.

To love another person is to see the face of God.
- Les Miserables

Marilyn

Solstice Son
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since 2000-09-19
Posts 469

5 posted 2001-01-29 07:49 AM


having had to suffer through N'Sync and Brittany Spears last night during the superbowl......I'd almost prefer a simulated Elvis *LOL*

Sol

mystic requiem
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since 2001-01-26
Posts 144

6 posted 2001-01-29 09:01 AM


Elvis is soooooo cliche indeed!!
A great poem that made me laugh.
Good job!!
*thanx*

mYsTiC


laryalee
Member
since 2000-06-19
Posts 352
Alberta, Canada
7 posted 2001-02-03 10:14 PM


David - I love your skillful humor!  (Sorry you were disappointed in Elvis *g*)
Looking forward to your next bright light!
Lary

pegasus111
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since 2000-07-27
Posts 2219
ocala, fl, usa
8 posted 2001-02-03 10:20 PM


yes he is but, like all great artists, his special talent lives on in the hearts of those who appreciated his talent and his charisma. well done.

the woods are lovely, dark, and deep, but I have promises to keep, and many miles to go before I sleep...Frost



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