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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA 
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I'm listening, Jim - I'm listening... The class got pretty large on that free verse stuff, don't ya think? I have a feeling we're about to scare them all off, though. We're going to take on EPICS this month. That's no small venture! Ergo - March IS going to be a full month-long class, considering the theme. We'll talk about bi-monthly classes after we recuperate from this one. So, my friends - What's it gonna be? Just Jim and me? Any other brave souls out there? The train starts here.....  |
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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash |
Epics ... sounds challenging (too challenging for the free-versers?  *Jim ducks the rotten fruit projectiles*). I'm in!Jim "If I rest, I rust." - Martin Luther |
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AngelShell Member
since 2000-03-01
Posts 446not heaven nor hell so... |
Hi! I am a new member to Passions and I would like to know what this (as in what you are talking about) is all about. You know, the usual: When, Where, Why, How, Kind of thing. And also what it includes. I would really appreaciate a reply, Thanks!! AngelShell. |
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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash |
Angel: If you want to try writing an classic form of poetry called an epic all you do is let Nan know right here, in this thread, and in a few days she will post an explanation of what an epic is and how to write one in this forum. Welcome to class, by the way.  Jim |
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sweetcollege_girl Senior Member
since 1999-12-03
Posts 872just about where I want to be |
Hey Nan, I want to participate, but I have one condition..if I show up late, don't blame me, blame my instructors stay cool  ~~Lavada~~ p.s. is there detention here too? "For every beauty, there is an eye somewhere to see it. For every truth, there is an ear somewhere to hear it For every love, there is a heart somewhere to receive it".--Ivan Panin |
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Not A Poet Member Elite
since 1999-11-03
Posts 3885Oklahoma, USA |
What kind of a question is that? Of course there is detention here. Were you hoping our teacher is a softie? There was a time we didn't have detention but that led to a corresponding lack of discipline as you might suspect. There was a certain rowdy group of boys, who shall remain nameless here. Well, to clean it up a bit and make a long sordid story somewhat shorter and more palatible to a polite audience, Nan was forced to implement some sort of discipline. Since it proved excessively difficult to get written permission for corporal punishment from all our parents, the next best option seemed to be detention. So there you have it. BTW Nan, I don't know what an EPIC is yet but if the whiffling jbouderwocky is in I guess I'll give it a go also. Pete What terms shall I find sufficiently simple in their sublimity -- sufficiently sublime in their simplicity -- for the mere enunciation of my theme? Edgar Allan Poe |
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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash |
Hey Philip! All along they've been telling us that "detention" was another name for "homeroom"! *Humph!* Pete, you goody-two-shoes, meet me outside after school! |
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Poertree Senior Member
since 1999-11-05
Posts 1359UK |
"certain rowdy group of boys" .. huh !! Hey Jim .. I need cheering up ..lol .. what say we ambush him by the school gates (near the garbage cans ..heh heh) and outta teacher's sight? P PS I'm still thinking about it Nan .. oh yes and I wanna guarantee of protection from the terrible trio .. especially that Miss B .. I'm still shakin'....... [This message has been edited by Poertree (edited 03-02-2000).] |
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AngelShell Member
since 2000-03-01
Posts 446not heaven nor hell so... |
Well this all sounds very...interesting...lol. I definately want to give it a go. As for the detention thing? Ah! As if she'd know if I snuck out the window! But I would really appreciate a little more information. Think of it as showing the new girl around if you will. Thanks!! AngelShell. |
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sweetcollege_girl Senior Member
since 1999-12-03
Posts 872just about where I want to be |
Not A Poet: Thank you for clearing that up with me..lol I'M ON POERTREE'S SIDE!!!! I WANNA FIGHT TOO! ~~Lavada~~ |
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Not A Poet Member Elite
since 1999-11-03
Posts 3885Oklahoma, USA |
Hi Angel, Glad to meet you. I'm Pete and I always was a sucker for redheads (saw your picture on your post). Had an absolutely unbelievable girlfriend in high school with fire red hair and the best set of, uh, uh, uh, CARS . . . Oops better stop there  I wonder what ever happened to her anyway. Well, why don't you come on over here and sit by me, not that I know anything about epics but maybe I can protect you from those other ruffians. hehehe. And if you just stick around a bit and listen this will all come to you easily, I'm sure.Pete What terms shall I find sufficiently simple in their sublimity -- sufficiently sublime in their simplicity -- for the mere enunciation of my theme? Edgar Allan Poe |
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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash |
Shhhhh!!! I think I hear the teacher coming! |
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sweetcollege_girl Senior Member
since 1999-12-03
Posts 872just about where I want to be |
Pete, quit flirting with Angel, class is about to start! "For every beauty, there is an eye somewhere to see it. For every truth, there is an ear somewhere to hear it For every love, there is a heart somewhere to receive it".--Ivan Panin |
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rich-pa Member
since 2000-02-07
Posts 317New Orleans, Louisiana |
i would gladly like to participate....please? rich-pa |
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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash |
Nan: I'm accepting bets on how many back out after you post the epic's explanation. Pays 3:1!!! JIm |
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Not A Poet Member Elite
since 1999-11-03
Posts 3885Oklahoma, USA |
I HAVE NOT YET BEGUN TO FLIRT! Pete What terms shall I find sufficiently simple in their sublimity -- sufficiently sublime in their simplicity -- for the mere enunciation of my theme? Edgar Allan Poe |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Yoo guys...behave ! Class hasn't started yet ! LOL what would I do without you around. Hmmmm, let me see....epics.....the heroic stuff with lots of beautiful imagery ? ARGH....am I allowed to rhyme ?  LOL you know me, I suppose I will try ! How many tries do I get this time ? |
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AngelShell Member
since 2000-03-01
Posts 446not heaven nor hell so... |
Well Pete, It's certainly is nice to meet you - I think! Lol, I've always been a sucker for the hero type guy, so you can save me anytime you want. Although I am some what amused by your choice of name, and considering that this is poetry workshop I think I have every right to be. But then again, in case you haven't read any of my posts, I think that I am derserving of that name too, but I like it, so there's really no harm done there. Anyway, I suppose that we really should start paying attention, I wouldn't want to get shoved on 'detention'. AngelShell. P.S: Your girlfriend in highschool, the one with the great set of....cars....if you think that was good, you ain't seen nothing yet! |
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jbouder Member Elite
since 1999-09-18
Posts 2534Whole Sort Of Genl Mish Mash |
Geeze -- isn't Pete just the stud! I bet it's the understated handle "Not A Poet" that suggests humility and his intelligent charm and quick wit. What do you think Philip? Kris? Jim P.S. Pete, were they sub-compacts, mid-sized, or SUV's? Okay ... I'll be good. |
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Poertree Senior Member
since 1999-11-05
Posts 1359UK |
I guess, Jim, he thinks it's kinda clever to import his vehicles into this forum and lower the tone of such a revered, respected and educational experience ...... huh .. honestly some people never grow up .. ~despairing head shake~ ...... P PS Btw I always fancied a sporty little number with double air-bags ...... |
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Not A Poet Member Elite
since 1999-11-03
Posts 3885Oklahoma, USA |
GAZONGAS! and this was before they started using all that plastic stuff, when cars were made of the real thing, you know steel and chrome and shiny paint and stuff. Shhhh, teacher's coming and she has that ruler in her hand again. Pete What terms shall I find sufficiently simple in their sublimity -- sufficiently sublime in their simplicity -- for the mere enunciation of my theme? Edgar Allan Poe |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Okay....this is one type of poem I know nothing about....better count me in on this one |
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AngelShell Member
since 2000-03-01
Posts 446not heaven nor hell so... |
Hey Guys, I was wondering if you could check out some of my stuff - I've written a lot (well, 4-5) in the Teen Love #2 forum. I would really love to know what you think!!! Thanks! |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
All right - Get in your seats!!! Boys - Stop that fighting! sweetcollege_girl - Stop distracting Not-a-Poet Poertree - I've called Miss Behavin' to sub for me when I'm out for a day - She says she may have to send Ain' Miss Behavin' in her place. AngelShell - The windows are locked! rich-pa - You're brave, my friend Munda - You got here Justin Thyme hoot - Did you say you wouldn't be writing anything else this month??? |
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warmhrt Senior Member
since 1999-12-18
Posts 1563 |
(Kris is quietly sneaking in, and leaving a note on Ms. Nan's desk) Dere Ms. Nan, I reelly reelly need to be in this class. I dont no nuttin ubowt epicks, heck i dont no nuttin ubowt a hole buncha stuf end I hered that yer a reel good teechr. Em I in er not? Frum warmhrt (Kris sneaks back out without anyone seeing her.) the poet's pen...gives to airy nothing A local habitation and a name ~ Shakespeare |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Flattery will get you everywhere... Besides - The whole class left after recess... We only have a couple left here... C'mon in!! |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Hehehehehe.....revenge is such a sweet thing ! Tomorrow is going to be the day Jim pulls all his hair out....hehehe....and he must submit something......he wanted epics.....he he he.....where are the Three Musketeers anyway ? |
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Lucius Cade Member
since 2000-03-23
Posts 235Saskatchewan |
Is it too late to join this class? I slept in late and hit a train on the way over. Lucidity is the answer to all problems |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Hi Lucius You're certainly welcome here.. You might opt to start with our April Fool's class.... The epic month is just about over, and it's such a monumental assignment, getting one complete in a week wouldn't be an easy chore. We'll be doing something on the lighter side in April - Is there anything you'd like us to work on?? We aim to please around here.. Welcome to Passions, btw.. You guys - no picking on the new kid in class either.. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
No picking on the new kid ????? But there's nobody else around !! Ok....ok....Welcome to the Workshop Lucius. (Do I get an A now teach ? ) |
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Lucius Cade Member
since 2000-03-23
Posts 235Saskatchewan |
Ah yes, judging by the epic doreen wrote I will just sleep through this last week of class. I am new to writing so I dont really have any suggestions because I could improve in every and any area. Lucidity is the answer to all problems |
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