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Float Like a Butterfly...Sting Like a Bee...My hands are so fast I could dazzle Ali! |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
When I was young and cocky, I found I had the expertise, Why I could fight like old Bruce Lee, And could 'whup' most anyone with ease. I studied Martial Arts for years, Karate-boxing and Judo, I studied many different styles, My favorite-Hapkido. I joined the military, During the war in Vietnam, Taught hand-to-hand combat, Before they headed to Saigon. I also fought professionally, It was called the "P.K.A." I won all my first ten fights, Then came that dreadful day. I met another fighter, His arms were like my legs, I was 10 pounds lighter, I'd only trained for days. I really don't recall the fight? I don't think I did too well? The only thing I do remember, Was the starting bell! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Toerag: ROFL.... If it hurts even when you win, I guess your memory of that bell is pretty clear? *G* Far better to give them that problem with gravity first! *G* Great poem, sweets!!! |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
I remember Toerag's fight that day, How I taught him a style to explore. I told him all about the Crane, (I made it up the night before). Now, Toerag was a trusting lad, He knew I'd always steer him well. He didn't realize I was that bad, Or that he was in for hell. I told him to focus with his ki, Though the other man hits well, The Crane would win, just wait and see. Toerag now looks like a pretzel. this was a really poor response - I apologize ol' Toe. Good story you wrote. I was hoping you wouldn't be posting today, if you know what I mean. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
But LongJohn?...Why?.....I've been waiting here for ya for days?....Just staring at my monitor....wunderin' when ya'd get back...missing ya.....etc.?....and now ya say you wish I wasn't here?....Well now I'm really crushed! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Toerag: Don't be crushed, dear.... he's simply ashamed to admit how bad a teacher he is! *G* His dreams of returning in triumph and glory With accolades his head to swell Vanished as he logged on to a welcome From friends who know him too well! *G* |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Oh, Toerag, after all these years I'd hoped you had forgotten The whoopin' that I gave ya. I still feel really rotten! They told me I'd be fighting A number one contender. How was I supposed to know They slipped in some pretender? I was expecting Popeye and They slipped in Peewee Herman Who floated like the Titanic And stung like Ethel Merman! And isn't it a funny fate After all those years since gone We should meet here in this little place And the whoopin' still goes on! |
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Craig Member
since 1999-06-10
Posts 444 |
Ding Ding Round two I believe Ding ding the light heart Toerag Comes dancing to the ring As Balladeer who shows no fear Prepares to break this bumbles wing But Toerag trained in martial arts By a sailor named Long John Is fast and sharp, with quick remarks Ding ding round two is on Will Toerag ( British named you know ) Be beaten by Deer’s rhyme Or will they both be counted out When referee Ron calls time I standby here at ringside To count each blow and bruise Just glad that I’m not in with them Three words and I would lose My money’s on the victor I’m a sucker for my sins But I’ll lay you ten to one that He’s the one that wins [This message has been edited by Craig (edited 08-14-99).] |
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thursdayschild Member
since 1999-07-01
Posts 169Houston, Tx. |
y'all are too cute...loved the poems!  |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Fantastic, Craig!! When I go on vacation, you can take over against Toerag. Either way, he wouldn't stand a chance! |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
i love a two-for-one deal when opening a poem...and this one has three!!!...all of them amusing...thanks gents  |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
LOL...You guys are too much! Great poem! All you guys! |
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CrAyZeD Junior Member
since 1999-08-03
Posts 45 |
Round two is almost over the bell is about to ring Balladeer leans back and unloads a might swing Toerag gets hit with yet another rhyme his face is all bloody he is getting wuped another time! Balladeer is actin cocky dancin around the ring he neglected to notice the bell has to ring the round isnt over yet toerag is about to explode please craig hold your bet he is about ready to unload He calls upon all his power toerag is gonna lay the lickins with him dancin around like that he should be easy pickins with a punch like a bomb he hits balladeer he shatters him into a million peices NOW ITS RAINingDEER The fight is all over toerag has won balladeer has been scooped away his career is done long john runs for the exit he gets there and its locked after that crap with the crane his destiny lays in a box Toerag is the victor with the help of one named CrAyZeD the croud is in shock even craig is amazed *********************************************I had a lot of fun doin this [This message has been edited by CrAyZeD (edited 08-15-99).] |
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CrAyZeD Junior Member
since 1999-08-03
Posts 45 |
sorry about the double post [This message has been edited by CrAyZeD (edited 08-15-99).] |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
you may want to eliminate the double post crayzed |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
The rightly Ron Carnell, "We've verse to write, so stand and fight - Get up - Let's ring that bell" We'll watch this bout; we'll cheer and shout Write on but keep it clean, As Toerag here and Balladeer Poetically careen. They're sparring more - into round four! I've got a front row seat - Remember, though, you all should know My keyboard has DELETE!!  ------------------ Nay, if our wits run the Wild-Goose chase, I am done: For thou hast more of the Wild-Goose in one of thy wits, Than I am sure I have in my whole five. ~ ²1592 Wm. Shakespeare ~ Romeo & Juliet ~ ii. iv. 75 |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
What more can I add to such wonderful response. But you must know who my bet is on. |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Master Long John is nobody's fool, He runs a profitable Karate School. He ran to the exit to stop the dead beats, Who bet on "The Crane" at the Karate meet. 'Deer was a formidable opponent for Toe, We'd met in secret just one night before. I showed him how a crane stands erect, And how a quick sweep is the move to select. Toe, on the other hand, was not that easy, I used love of Master to make him please me, When I revealed the new style, the Crane. (As I secretly counted my profitable gains.) Now the tournament's over, the lights are all dim, As I stand in the ring, looking down at him. "Nice try, Toerag. But you acted too slow. Tomorrow I'll teach all you'll need to know." I help Toerag to regain his unsteady feet, As we gather his gear and go out to the street. He bows to his Master, and limps to his car, While I head down the street to meet 'Deer in a bar. I know what you think. What a Master am I. Teacher of the Karate Machiavelli style. But what can I do? A Master must eat. And its easier to do when avoiding defeat. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Balladeer so ya want a rematch? Well, you'll just surely have to wait in line. I guess my punches did something to your memory? Cuz you were opponent number nine. But that's not why you'll have to wait my friend, It's because so many women want a piece of me too, Cuz my black belt's not only in Hapkido, But I've also got one in "Tongue-Fu." [This message has been edited by Toerag (edited 08-16-99).] |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
For this one, I bow to a master. Tongue-fu! A stroke of genius, Toe. I'm gonna smile about this one for a while. |
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Ladycat
since 1999-07-05
Posts 782At the edge and a doorway,TX |
Everyone wrote such beautiful pieces.. I thought that I would join you, but I'm not the rhyming type.. I think that when I first read the piece that I was going to tell Toerag thank you for sharing and wonderfully written and nice job and such.. Now I have read all of the pieces.. Man are my eyes tired.. Another Casey at Bat kind of thing.. Great job everyone.. Toe, you have me scared though.. I just hope that the next piece isn't about me.. hehehe.. (Crawling in the corner to hide..) Love, Lady ------------------ Live in my world just once and you'll find yourself enraptured. |
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