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What I could Have Been....
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What I could Have Been.... |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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I could have been a writer. I was told I had a flair For putting words on paper To create a feeling there. I could have been an artist. People say I had a way Of blending tints and colors In a masterful display. I could have been so many things. So many chances missed! But, due to my affliction, I can only reminisce....... Oh....what a man I might have been If it were not for CNN And CBS and NBC And all the options there for me. I really must confess to hate This semi-catatonic state, But I am held, quite willingly, A hostage to my own t.v.! I start out every morning With the early morning news. Then Market Watch A.M. Report Gives me financial views. From there I watch the talk shows, And then, sometime around noon, I sit and giggle as I watch My favorite cartoons. From there, you know right where I go (Although they are for dopes) I find myself completely hooked On all the daily soaps! From there I go to news again, And then some movie shows, The evening prayer and final word And on it goes and goes. Day after day, I move along From news to benediction. I've got to find a way to end This horrible affliction! It sure has taught a lesson That I never will forget. I need a less addictive life - Perhaps the internet.......... [This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 07-03-99).] |
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David Junior Member
since 1999-07-03
Posts 10 |
I loved it. Scary how real that is for some. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Perfect! A laugh out loud truly great poem! I would say you are only addicted if you go away for a golfing trip and take a computer with you!  |
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Fred Hobbs Member
since 1999-06-08
Posts 329Tallahassee, Florida, US |
Balladeer, Still waiting for a bad one. Don't you have ANY? Another great job... fh |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Thank you, David. Poet deVine, who would do a dumb thing like that? Fred, here's one coming up. THE SNORE is for you! [This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 07-03-99).] |
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thursdayschild Member
since 1999-07-01
Posts 169Houston, Tx. |
Entertaining! Thanks for the smile! |
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Lost Dreamer Member Elite
since 1999-06-20
Posts 2464Somewhere near the Rainbow |
You never cease to amaze me with all your poetry. Another great one! Thanks for creating smiles. |
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elvira Senior Member
since 1999-07-06
Posts 936California |
your are so diverse...thanks for the laugh PS: you inspired me to write my latest "My One and Only" ------------------ Childhood Memories ... your countenance ... hoarse whispers ... serving wench ... stolen hours ... devotion ... Master [This message has been edited by elvira (edited 07-14-99).] |
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wayoutwalt Member Elite
since 1999-06-22
Posts 4870TEXAS (it's all big) |
this one is great such wit! |
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blueloon Member
since 1999-07-07
Posts 161NY |
A great question...if only? But to be quite honest...I'm glad you are who you are because otherwise I may not be able to enjoy your work! blueloon |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
A good dose of humor with a good dose of the truth. By choice I didn't own a t.v. for 4 years; it was amazing how much more I lived for the lack thereof. Unfortunately, the beast is back and I often find myself all to often captured like a deer in the headlights. A good piece of work here, Sir Balladeer. Thanks! |
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ac Member
since 1999-06-17
Posts 129Cayey, PR - USA |
It's been a while... and i come to see that not only do you delight in playing the strings of my heart and moving the tears within me unknown... but now must you also attack my funny bone... this was great *smiles* |
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lenny Member
since 1999-07-11
Posts 63front royal, va. u.s.a. |
Hah, great ending! Smile... We turned off our satellite dish a long time ago. I find the tube to be draining and debilitating although I know it can be quite magnetic at times. Keep writing during the commercials Balladeer! |
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Gentle Soul Member
since 1999-07-12
Posts 273Vinton,Ohio USA |
sounds like how my life is! hhehehe.. I used to be a TV junkee.. then when I got the net.. I just have completely forgot I even own one! LOL ------------------ Gënt£ë¤§°û£ |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
I already have that addiction. But, I do have to let it wait at times, so I can go make a living. LOL! |
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boxingchick New Member
since 2009-09-16
Posts 2 |
wow you have graet poetry i love it |
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Poetal Member
since 2009-11-09
Posts 74Texas, United States |
Enjoyed the write "What I could have been" Your form was very good with excellent rhyme scheme and rhythm. It flows smooth and is easy to read and understand. Oh to think what we all could have been? Kay-Saraw LOL. |
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markd New Member
since 2010-02-23
Posts 4 |
Nice one,a reality byte,but light and very humourous |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Thanks, Mark, and welcome! We hope you enjoy your stay here  |
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