The Man Who Couldn't Fit In

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Balladeer

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since 1999-06-05

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Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA

0 posted 1999-06-26 11:11 PM

There's a breed of man who deserves a warm hand,
Smile and raise your scotch or gin
And drink a toast to a man hated most -
The man who couldn't fit in.

Something in his heart sets him apart
From kindred, kith and kin.
Something in his mind leaves others behind.
He's the man who couldn't fit in.

He is laughed at and scorned and, when gone, he's mourned
Men discuss him with a grin.
He's adored and despised and quite criticized
As a man who couldn't fit in.

He's a lover, a dreamer, a builder, a schemer
Oh, the places his mind has been to.
For if it weren't for men who couldn't fit in,
There would be no place to fit into!

But his dedication brings no admiration
For his unpardonable sin
Of standing alone and on his own
Instead of just fitting right in.

So laugh once again at unfortunate men
Who will never be able to win
And let's fill our cups and then BOTTOMS UP!
To the man who couldn't fit in.

Haskins
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since 1999-06-26

Posts 85
Dallas, TX

1 posted 1999-06-26 11:22 PM

I like the lyrical structure of the poem. It lends to the tone, a sadly celebratory tribute to the human condition. I like it.

-Haskins

ac
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since 1999-06-17

Posts 129
Cayey, PR - USA

2 posted 1999-06-26 11:33 PM

Another definite winner...I think anyone who's anyone, at one time or another, have also been unable to fit in ... at least I know I can relate...Thanks for sharing it...

Poet deVine

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since 1999-05-26

Posts 22612
Hurricane Alley

3 posted 1999-06-27 12:02 PM

I know how that guy feels! I don't fit in anywhere most of the time.

Another good piece of writin' my friend.

Sunshine

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since 1999-06-25

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Listening to every heart

4 posted 1999-06-30 10:48 AM

This could stand for woman or man...well done.

Emmy
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since 1999-06-29

Posts 194
KY

5 posted 1999-07-01 03:47 PM

The sing-song quality of this meaningful poem made it even more enjoyable. I like your style and the way it flows. This poem is meant to be read aloud! As for the subject matter, wonderfully well put. Everyone can relate to "the man who couldn't fit in", and there is a connection there for everyone to find. Bravo on your work!

jfreak
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since 1999-06-17

Posts 306
Yuma, AZ, USA

6 posted 1999-07-01 03:56 PM

one word.....BRAVO!!!

jfreak

doreen peri
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since 1999-05-25

Posts 3812
Virginia

7 posted 1999-07-01 04:11 PM

Hey... I know that guy! Or as Pogo used to say, "We have met the enemy and they is us!" As usual, well done!

Balladeer

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Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA

8 posted 1999-07-01 04:53 PM

I thank you all.......very much.

Andrew Scott
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since 1999-06-24

Posts 2558
Redlands,CA,USA

9 posted 1999-07-01 05:33 PM

Another fine piece of work. I enjoyed its lyrical quality and the truth of it all.

Alicat
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since 1999-05-23

Posts 4094
Coastal Texas

10 posted 1999-07-01 07:35 PM

Wonderful piece of work. I feel the same everytime I dare wear my kilt in public.

Alicat

Fred Hobbs
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since 1999-06-08

Posts 329
Tallahassee, Florida, US

11 posted 1999-07-01 07:49 PM

Balladeer,

Not sure how you thought of this
Although your point one couldn't miss
He'd fit in with my group I think
A fitting soul to which to drink
(Great as always)
fh

Broken_Winged_Angel
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since 2000-04-06

Posts 994
Small Town, Somewhere

12 posted 2005-01-20 05:50 AM

Final old posting bump up from me for the night I swear!!

But.. I have had this one opened while browsing through the others, and I've got to say..

That the best men I've ever met are those that didn't fit in!

Thank you for the tribute to them

Cheers!

Your time is here. Take one last look at it, then never come back. This part of your life is already over...

Balladeer

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since 1999-06-05

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Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA

13 posted 2005-01-20 07:10 PM

Thank you, Angel!

latearrival
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since 2003-03-21

Posts 5499
Florida

14 posted 2010-06-13 07:44 PM

Always felt sorry for this guy and I know some woman who fit the description. Latearrival

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