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I WANNA BE LIKE BALLADEER!!........signed, Kevin
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I WANNA BE LIKE BALLADEER!!........signed, Kevin |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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When Kevin turned sixteen years old Still on his mama's knee His mother asked her little son, "What do you want to be?" He put his bowl of pablum down And spoke out loud and clear As spittle dribbled down his chin, I WANNA BE LIKE BALLADEER! His mother laughed so hard she dropped The youngster on his rear And said, "Son, that's impossible... There's just one Balladeer!" In school the teachers asked him For the choice of his career.. His answer always was the same.. I WANNA BE LIKE BALLADEER! They said, "Son, be a astronaut, A physicist or such, A writer or a surgeon... Lawyers, too, can earn quite much. Set your sights on just one goal Then strive to perservere Don't dwell on the impossible.. There's just one Balladeer!" One day along the boardwalk With a sharp stick in his hand Kev was passing time by drawing Pictures in the sand. A small lamp washed upon the shore And Kevin rubbed its side Releasing one humongous genie Which had been inside. "I thank you, master", said the genie In a roaring voice. "For freeing me I'll grant you any One wish of your choice." "Oh, boy!", laughed Kevin. "Now, at last My destiny is here! Good genie, grant me this one wish.. I WANNA BE LIKE BALLADEER!!" The genie dived back in the lamp! Kev watched him disappear, Saying, "Throw me back into the sea! There's just one Balladeer!!!" He struggled hard throughout his life. He studied till he dropped. He worked his fingers to the bone with drive that never stopped. He gave it everything he had To emulate his peer But always came up way too short Of matching Balladeer. An old man now, still sitting on The lap of his poor mama He said, "I'm off to India To find that Dally Lama!" "No smarter man lives on the earth. I'll travel to Cashmere And force that guy to tell me How to be like Balladeer!" So off he went to India... He scaled the mountains tall And found the Dali Lama In a small cave in the wall... He said, "Please help me, Lama guy. My end is drawing near. I must fulfill my final goal.... I WANNA BE LIKE BALLADEER!!!" The Lama smiled and said, "All right... Catch moonbeams in your hand... Speak words of love so sweet that Only angels understand... Make rainbows change their colors Make the lion lose its roar Cause the morning dove to call your name Bid Hell to close its door... Make every female on this earth Feel like she's Gueneviere With Lancelot riding by her side.... And you'll be Balladeer." Poor Kevin stumbled from the cave Into the setting sun. He knew the secret now and knew That it could not be done.. He was never seen alive again. His time is done, I fear… This foolish lad who thought that he Could be like Balladeer. They say on nights when winds grow fierce And dark clouds hide the moon A low moan echoes through the hills In melancholy tune.. It is a haunting, sad refrain Too low for human ear… Poor Kevin screaming out in pain, I WANNA BE LIKE BALLADEER!!!!  [This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
As referee, self-appointed though I may be, I have counted to 10 and Kevin has been counted out. Knockout and the Championship belt to the one and only (thank God above) BALLADEER |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
 I can't add anything to this! Now, why doesn't anyone want to be like me  Kathleen |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
I see the battling feud begin. I can't help but wonder who will win? Will it be Balladeer or Kevins voice will we hear? I'm glad I'm watching from the sidelines as the two duke it out in rhyme!! Oh but then again I wish it would be that Balladeer was playing games with me  Should Kevin win this little spar We'll have a drink on me at his favorite bar So now here I am, to sit and wait and thats the part I really HATE!! Let the games begin.....lmao!! On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free. ~Me~ (I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth) [This message has been edited by Gentle Spirit (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
And with one punch, it is decided...or is it? Gotta feeling Kevin's not going to be smart enough to lay there and play dead. Round two, Kev? |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Kevin's in the dressing room cookin up some stuffin when he comes back into Pips boxing ring he plans on leavin Balladeer a huffin and a puffin Come on out Kevin, the bell's about to ring for round two.... |
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Kevin
since 1999-11-02
Posts 729Torrington, Ct, Usa |
I do believe our referee is in somebodys pocket The only way I wont reply Is if balladeer locks it Dont count me out in far less time Then he took to reply Ill gladly repost with a rhyme Allow me friends to try... PLOTING |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Nay young Sir, no referee is found just poet to poet in each given round the last poet standing shall be the one to rule the roost as dawn sees Sun |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
I counted over the din of the crowd and heard not the bell Now for round two of this championship, we wish you both well |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
In ancient age I have to smile for youth does take to learn awhile it is not age that makes the man only the way he turns his hand and fraid I am that you won't find Balladeer a fool in age divine I can only shake my head in sorrow for youth may find, there is no tomorrow Gentle smile for us old folks |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Balladeer~ This is such a refreshing match ... I don't want to see it end ... You wear the belt of Champion Ink but let the young one 'think' That he can rise up off the mat, brush the dust off of his rear .. He may roar and strut a little- but that won't make him THE GREAT BALLADEER~ What fun~  *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Balladeer, Well, that was quite a punch, Kevin was really had for lunch. But I sense he still has breath, I'm sure he'll fight to the death. So grab your salad, pull up your chair, Kevin is going to respond to his dare. Lock the door and call it a day, The boys are gonna really play. |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
quote: I think this about covers it... |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Balladeer- Yep...only ONE BALLADEER, indeed!  But, it will be fun to watch the young'un spread his wings and try...LOL! You're awesome, my friend. Hugs,  ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Round one is done Two poets testing mettle The fat lady still to sing The dust still to settle Floating like butterflies Stinging like bees Two poetic punsters Passion’s Muhammad Alis |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Balladeer, was this the graphic you wanted to use? The html showed up in the editing because of a space in the url. Cute poem!  God bless America, my home sweet home. [This message has been edited by Elizabeth (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
whoohoooooo Balladeer, way to cute....love it Charisma ~*TMP*~ |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
ROFL ... yes, there is only one Balladeer ... and you my 'deer are he. For that, I am ever so grateful! This was great, thanks for the grins Michael! Best wishes, /Kit |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Kevin, To bad I could'nt get odds. With this one punch you were out for the count and your asking for a rematch???????? |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I had and still have the utmost confidence in you....still grinning...sorry Kev, but I'll bet on the older man any day of the week...not only do they have the experience, but they are also deliciously grateful! |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Should that be 'signed' Kevin or 'sighed' Kevin I can't see anyone taking the crown from the great Balladeer! Dee I wish you every happiness and may you always have the best of the good things in life. a brand [This message has been edited by Dee (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*giggling* oops here we go again. Too cute. I love it.  Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
There is only one of you that is a fact, and Lady In White's comment about covers it. There is no one - no one that can do that as you do Michael, but you are certainly the mentor to many to give it a try. For if there were no Balladeer, that beautiful, perfect cadence would not be written by those that respect and know, there is only "One Balladeer"! This was awesome my friend, awesome! ~*~ Carpe' Diem ~*~ |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Balladeer, *chuckles* I love this! *rings the bell* Kevin.. you're up.. I wish you plenty of luck.. you'll need it Hugs, Tara "My heart is like an open book, for the whole world to read" |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
And Balladeer ate his spam bit more Like sailor Popey his spinage before It sure did strenghten him to fight And Kev, will he be back? he just might I'm sitting exited and thrilled in first row Is it too late for a white towel to throw? You killed him already not fair Balladeer Should've kept him alive just kicking his rear But youth is so very unpredictible you see He'll lick his wounds and will come after thee Oh jee I just love to see theatre in the flesh But have some mercy for him on your next smash He has yet to learn a lot you see Deer Youth is reckless don't know what to fear He's learning and learning you see that right? But being YOU? Well only in dreams he might Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
and the one and only Great Balladeer has spoken!!! *doreen rises from her seat to applaud* your writing never ceases to amaze me but i don't envy you at all.... i mean, i have a hard enough time living up to my image.... lol.... i can't imagine stardom... to be worshiped and adored would be great, sure, and i've LOVED it, believe me, but geeeezzzz........ to have people wanting to BE like you... well, hell, lemme ask you this.... what if you screwed up? how would you be able to face your public?? awwww never mind.... that's ridiculous.... i'm sure you've never screwed up and even if you did, nobody'd even notice... ROFL!! so....all this to say, you're a damn fine writer, Michael and i'm very proud to know you....... pppppsssssssssssttttttttt... can i have your autograph? come here... |
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walker Member Elite
since 2001-02-11
Posts 2240Florida |
This is very funny,perhaps he would settle to be Balladeer's sidekick?  |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Many thanks to all of you wonderful supporters and readers! Kevin is a worthy adversary and a kid with class (but don't tell him I said so, ok? ) |
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jellybeans Member Elite
since 2000-10-13
Posts 2298 |
rofg...I must have missed most of the rounds, but this final knock out blow is hilarious.......you sir Balladeer, are a poet master |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Nope, won't breath a word of that to Kev, nope, not at all... |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
I'm gone one day and look what I come back to find. Can't we all just get along??? Deer...I loved reading this! Thanks for the smiles with my coffee! You're a winner! |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
BUNDERFULLL regards, sudhir |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
LOL at Martie - they ARE getting along...a little thrust, a little parry....they're doing a fine job! |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
I really like this. Looking forward to reading more. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
This wonderful poem deserves a response. Great job Michael. My response will rise to the top (of course) heh |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
And it looks like he still wants to be like you Balladeer...James |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
Good luck Kevin , I had at ol' "deer" in the "stute" one time ( where I was trying to extract his secrets )but it just didn't work. Doc |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
damn, I go away for a week, and look at all the fun i missed!!! Is there a round two? I'm off to go looking If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Yep, Kevin is a kid with class and a smart one too! He aims to be just like the best! Fantastic writing, Champ! [This message has been edited by Denise (edited 11-19-2001).] |
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