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Balladeer
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0 posted 2002-10-15 05:14 PM



While traveling in Africa,
Three bozos on a safari led
By natives, saw a large bird swoop
And leave bird droppings on their heads.

The natives fell down to their knees
And fervently began to pray.
Toe,John and Larry, all confused
Didn't know what to say.

The leader of the natives said,
"That was the foo bird passing by.
Legend says that if you wipe
The droppings off, then you will die!"

Larry C. said, "This is mad!
The foo bird? Never heard of it.
I'll not spend my entire life
Wearing around a piece of ----!"

So he reached up and wiped it off
And there he fell, dead on the spot.
Toe and Long John decided to wear it,
Whether they liked the thought or not!

They went through the jungle another week
WhenJohn gave out a vicious yell
And said, "Not even death, my friend
Could be as cruel as this smell!"

So he reached up and wiped it off
And there he fell, dead as could be.
Old Toerag said,"The legend's true.
I'll never wipe it off of me!"

He went through his time in Africa
Then caught a flight back home,
A handsome man with a sunburned face -
Doo-doo on his dome.

The years passed quickly. He worked hard
And found both wealth and fame.
Success was smiling down on him.
He had a famous name.

He fell in love with a pretty girl
Who stole his heart away,
And, six months later, they sat down
To plan their wedding day.

"Toe", she said, "you are my life
But I would never wed
A man who has to go through life
With bird dung on his head!"

Toerag said, "It's been ten years
Since I have come back home.
Surely the curse of the foo bird
Wouldn't last this long!"

So, with an air of nonchalance,
He reached and wiped his head,
And, seconds after doing so,
He keeled over...dead!!

The moral of this story is
(I hope you're able to bear it)
Remember, as you go through life,
That, if the foo shits, wear it!



© Copyright 2002 Michael Mack - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2002-10-15 05:21 PM




(giggles in delight) Oh my gosh, this reminded e of the movie Labyrinth, for whoever touched the turtle stench in the swamps stunk for the rest of heir lives, so lives such a curse! LOL! At least if he combs it over he might look like Steve Martin! LOL! This is funny, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Balladeer, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

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2 posted 2002-10-15 05:23 PM


Oh, my gawd! What a tragic story. I can't stop crying. This breaks my heart.... and for some unknown reason my panties are wet!

---I guess I wasn't crying afterall. I must have been laughing and p..sd my pants!

EA

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (10-16-2002 12:02 PM).]

WhiteRose
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3 posted 2002-10-15 05:51 PM


I don't know if the poem is funnier, or Linda's response is what has be laughing so hard I fear the same fate awaits for me that she suffered so publicly.

This is just too funny.

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4 posted 2002-10-15 06:26 PM


Very good Balladeer a lovely write I wish I could write like that never mind

lots of love
krissy

And while thy willing soul transpiers
at every pore with instant fires
Andrew Marvell 1621-1678

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5 posted 2002-10-15 06:26 PM


'Deer dearest heart I laughed so much the librarian came and shushed me. I shall blame you for being ejected from this hallowed hushed place.

As always dear 'Deer you write wonderfully and for you I'll even put up with being unceremoniously asked to leave. As long as I don't get banned its okay

Truly fabulous writing and a terrific tale told in your unbeatable style. I love it utterly utterly utterlty
Love and warm stuff
as always
Mushy

Breathe through the heat of our desire
Thy coolness and they balm
Let sense be dumb let flesh retire
Speak through the earthquake wind and fire

Seymour Tabin
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6 posted 2002-10-15 06:47 PM


Balladeer,
You never cease to amaze me, with your wit and humor. Your garden is just full of blooms,just blooming blooms of humor.

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7 posted 2002-10-15 07:20 PM


Mr. Michael...deer....I just don't know what to say. You can make anything rhyme, can't you, Mr. Deer!!!HaHa!!!  You guys are so funny. Please don't stop, though....I love it.

Love To All,
Ethel

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8 posted 2002-10-15 07:34 PM


You really are so clever. Am still laughing. Enjoyed this.

Warm Regards,
Pat

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9 posted 2002-10-15 07:39 PM


Michael....of course you know..that us
used to be...but still are...sailors...
surely would never fall into such a trap
as this one that you have managed to create
and cause me to endlessly watch over my
head and duck repeatedly.....

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10 posted 2002-10-15 07:40 PM


Michael, this is a scream! I'm laughing so hard I have tears running down my cheeks. How  you manage to keep up the humor with your two buddies is beyond me. I think the three of you should take it on the road.  And Linda's response, just added to my laughter.

Thanks for the warning to stay out of the jungle  ... Marti

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11 posted 2002-10-15 07:47 PM


Hillarious! Those poor people! I I ever go on a safari myself, I will wear a hat!!
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12 posted 2002-10-15 08:59 PM



Oh, foo!

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13 posted 2002-10-15 09:10 PM


LMAO

Cold hands means a warm heart

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14 posted 2002-10-15 09:16 PM


And let's not forget 'Deer's other pen name - you guessed it!  Foo Bird
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15 posted 2002-10-15 09:20 PM


Balladeer...A wonderful funny story...Paul

I guess it just goes to show
It's safer to always wear a chapeau

Chapeau= French for hat or head cover.

vlraynes
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16 posted 2002-10-15 10:03 PM



What 'deer forgot to mention was
that he was on that trip
That day of old in Africa
when the Foo Bird let it rip

While walking with his buddies
he was showered with that stuff
That bird just kept it coming
till it thought he'd had enough

Now, 'deer, he is no dummy
and he watched his friends' demise
He swore he wouldn't do the same -
for he was much too wise

He proudly wore that hat of dung
right there upon his head
Although his smell was dreadful,
at least he wasn't dead

Today, he's back in Florida
Foo doodoo for a crown
And he's the guy who has more scents
than anyone in town

Love ya, 'Deer

"...until you have read the verse on his heart,
you have not truly met the poet.
~vlraynes

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17 posted 2002-10-15 10:09 PM


Balladeer - h'aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa, Deer, you are something else. What a great humorous poem...

BC

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18 posted 2002-10-15 10:10 PM


Balladeer - Please forgive me, but have you ever heard of the Kiki Bird????

BC

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19 posted 2002-10-15 10:12 PM


Ah but you are too clever, and Vicky is right behind you there with her common sense.  It is reading poems like these I remember what a wonderful place this truly is.  Oh by the way there is still one foo **** line to fix, so it is a good thing you rhyme right so I knew what that word was supposed to be.

  

Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me.

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20 posted 2002-10-15 10:33 PM


HaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHa
This is really funny, Michael...
I guess the trick must be to arrange it so that the foo doesn't s---!
Try feeding it some Immodium
~ hugs from a giggling chipmunk

Lyra

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21 posted 2002-10-16 10:16 AM


Laughing here in PA....only you deer friend would come up with a gem like this one
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22 posted 2002-10-16 11:28 AM


God: "Toe, just turn the other cheek"
Satan: "Don't get even Toe, get ahead"
God: "Oh what the hell, it's Balladeer..go for it!"

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23 posted 2002-10-16 11:39 AM


I'm so glad you gave a bit of warning before that "moral". *G* My gag reflex is working overtime these days! LOL

This is hilarious, Deer One... and now that Toe has God's permission to retort, I can't wait. *G*


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24 posted 2002-10-16 03:15 PM



Toe, Longjohn and Larry are dead
Now who are you going to pick on now

Oh boy, can't imagine I've missed this yesterday, must have been doing something more important I guess...LOL

Vicky dear, now I know why we couldn't get Balladeer to swim in the pool in Tampa

Titia


Like scattered leaves...my words will flow

[This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (10-16-2002 03:16 PM).]

Toerag
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25 posted 2002-10-16 03:44 PM


VLraynes....your reply in poetic form was great!! Well done
Balladeer
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26 posted 2002-10-16 08:12 PM


You guys make it so much fun to be here...LOL! Thanks for your terrific responses.

Bill....the kiki bird? I'm afraid to ask!

Mysteria...I left that one blank on purpose...I knew you could figure it out!

Vicky...you are something else...albeit WEIRD!!!

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27 posted 2002-10-19 11:41 AM


Balladeer,
Another masterpiece! I think what really amused me about this piece was that just like the unfortunate Toe, John, and Larry,
I never saw it coming.
Doc

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