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Arnold, Clint and Sly
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Arnold, Clint and Sly |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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I'd always felt fine on my own. It made me feel quite good to be in charge of my own life as only singles could. but everyone kept telling me in order to survive one has to have a family to really feel alive and so I bowed to their wise words but please don't ask me why then said goodbye to my old buddies Arnold, Clint and Sly. They were the heroes on the screen I fashioned my life by. I made each day adventurous then, smiling, waved goodbye. "Come back, Shane!", women called to me with teardrops in their eyes... That didn't do for men like me and Arnold, Clint and Sly. They were the best - They were so cool! They knew just what to say. With brains and brawn they traveled on to do things their own way. Men watched with admiration and the women....with a sigh. No one could hold a candle up to Arnold, Clint and Sly. Oh, there were also others who would do their best to thrill us - James Bond, Bruce Lee and Bronson, not to mention Mister Willis But, when it came to straight pizzazz to make one's throat go dry they were the men that I admired most Arnold, Clint and Sly. But now I've traded Double OO's for Cheerios and Trix. No more Rambo, no more Rocky getting in his licks. No more Dirty Harry....see ya later, Callahan. I turned in my Baretta to become a married man. So long, man without a name. I guess I'll see ya later And, Arnold, seems like I've become an old ex-Terminator! I've been you guys for so darned long it's hard to say goodbye. You'll always be inside me, fellas, Arnold, Clint and Sly. Now, secret agent Balladeer is in the PTA and drives a Ranger, not a Porche to take the kids to play. Instead of fighting evil, trying hard to stay alive, he sits behind a desk five days a week from 9 to 5. But, sometimes late at night, the wife already gone to bed I sit beside my sleeping children, gently rub their heads look down upon their precious faces and think, possibly, my buddies, Arnold, Clint and Sly might wish that they were me.... |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Aw...but you are the best kind of action hero now, Mr. Balladeer...this was sweet...and did it flow? Absolutely!!! Grins to you, m'friend... |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Now Balladeer, you know you are still a terminator...that's your job and no matter how small the villain, you get the job done, right? Gotta love this poem, it is so sweet and well done...so are you! er well, sweet anyway. |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
as always, your words give me something to think about.... yes, we all look back on our lives and the choices we have made and sometimes, we wish we'd chosen differently... the lucky ones know what they have... you've said that well, here, michael... enjoyed this very much  |
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Jamie Member Elite
since 2000-06-26
Posts 3168Blue Heaven |
If they had your perspective I am sure they would. Jamie Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior ito. - Virgil. "Yield thou not to adversity, but press on the more bravely". |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Geez, you did it again...thought I was going to get a glimpse of the campaign's running mates when [imagine my surprise] I am sitting here with tears in my eyes... talk about a great one, you old softie, you! |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
I am at a loss of words here Mike. (You know that is a compliment!..lol) This took a turn I hadn't expected and I am glad it did. Very touching my friend. (If they don't wish that they were you...I think they are the crazy ones.  )When you are old and grey and full of sleep, And nodding by the fire, take down this book, And slowly read, and dream of the soft look Your eyes had once, and of their shodows deep; How many loved your moments of glad grace, And loved your beauty with love false or true, But one man loved the pilgrim soul in you, And loved the sorrows of your changing face... William Butler Yeats |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
BRAVO! Fear not ... I'll always call you my "poetic hero" Balladeer! I cannot begin to tell you how much I enjoyed this! Absolutely wonderful!!! Your ending brought a sigh and a smile ... Nothing gets better than that! Best wishes, /Kit |
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Tara Simms Senior Member
since 1999-08-12
Posts 1244Honea Path, SC USA |
You may not realize it Balladeer, but you've gone from admiring heroes to BEING a hero. Great tradeoff! Take me as I am or watch me as I go |
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Majestic Member
since 2000-01-11
Posts 264houston, tx. |
well done!... This thing grabbed me and took me on a ride... great job. "To live is to love; To truly LOVE is to live!" ~kg~ |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, Your style shines out with grace and charm And never once a false alarm. |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
"I turned in my Baretta to become a married man." What a classic line. Great writing, Balladeer, and of course I loved the poignant moment. ~ Claire Could a greater miracle take place than for us to look through each other's eyes for an instant?......Henry David Thoreau |
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Jenn E Senior Member
since 2000-08-02
Posts 589Kelowna, BC, Canada |
Awwww, now this was sweet Balladeer and what rythym. A proud father I love to see. Jenn E |
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del shei New Member
since 2000-08-09
Posts 6North Carolina |
This story has me smiling. What a nicely written twist and the rhythm of the poem kept me quickly reading to get the moral of the story. I enjoyed this one. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
The movies may have their super-heroes..but we've got Super Balladeer..a beautiful poem sir. As usual!!!  |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
A balladeer classic................ SPLENDID .....SPLENDID ..........SPLENDID .....SPLENDID SPLENDID regards, sudhir |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Balladeer~ You are the BEST ! 'Go ahead ! Make my day !' That's the spirit of the man that would get my vote ! Love ya' ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Serenity...that's because I live in Flow-rida! Thank you, friend Martie...I'm definitely an exterminator...no job too small! Oh, sometimes I feel well done, too..liked it better when I was rare Doreen...your responses always give ME something to think about. Yes. being content with what you have is a key to contentment for sure. Thank you.... Prometheus...they may disagree but I thank you..sunshine....SHHHH! That's a closely guarded secret!!! Thanks, good person Marilyn....a loss for words?  I would NEVER want to do that! You have so much to say....and I like it all Kit...being any kind of hero to you would make me feel "In Like Flint". I appreciate you very much.. Tara...as long as you're not talking about a sandwich, I thank you! LOL! It's great to see you again, old friend Majestic...I appreciate you being a passenger for the trip... Sy...hair, teeth, limbs...maybe...but never alarms. Thanks, my golfing buddy Claire...thank you. I've been working on my poignant Jenn E..yes, I think there is no brighter sight than the face of a proud father....unless it's the proud mother! Thank you... del shei...thank you and I welcome you warmly to Passions. Enjoy your stay! deVine one...Super Balladeer? What a wonderful thought for a cominc book! I spend days fighting Spiderman already! sudhir...a quintiple splendid is praise indeed! Thank you, sir.. Marge...now, if only I could find somebody to say "make my night!" Thank you, ballot babe! |
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Corazon Senior Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 1209 |
this is beautiful, makes me remember when the little one stops his antics and slows down long enough to fall asleep in my arms.....and how blessed *I* am...great poem mr. balladeer |
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Tennessee Angel Senior Member
since 2000-06-03
Posts 661Tennessee |
Precious, 'deer!! Simply Precious! Arnold, Clint and Sly don't have anything on you! --You can either take me as I am...or you can watch me as I go.-- |
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Sunnyone Member Ascendant
since 2000-07-06
Posts 5334Staffordshire, England |
Balladeer.... Arnold, Clint, and Sly could take lessons from you!! They're ok for superheroes, but you're the King in this forum!!! Excellent...< !signature--> Life is a gift.... That is why they call it 'the Present'! [This message has been edited by Sunny1 (edited 08-10-2000).] |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Mush, mush, mush...(lifting feet up and looking)  NO, in all seriousness, this is a really tender piece deer! I think the grass is always greener on the other side at some times. But HEY, you can't get anything more precious than those chillins!! Smile on my face, and a warm spot in my heart. This is what you left me with |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
'Deer You also make a great Mozart, the way you play all these ladies' hearts - you are a silver-tongued devil! This is another of your signature poems, written so well, and so perceptively. Great job, Mike. |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
Yep.... kids make it all worthwhile.. excepting on those days when you realize God made kids cute so you don't kill them... I gave mine all biblical names; lucifer, mephistopholes..... satan... nice one deer... but ya left out captain kirk... |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
There's that honey dripping all over the page again! Denise |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
Balladeer, As always your words seem to portray the un- clouded visions of a true seer , but enough flattery , I wouldn't want it to go to your head . Doc |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
Speaking as a woman I'd take you over Arnold, Clint and Sly anyday...great write |
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Nikolette Sadness
since 2000-07-29
Posts 337port richey fl. |
did you read this to the kids? i think they would like it...just to have a father that cares... Nik i was once in love and happy...but you can call me Sadness. |
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Nikolette Sadness
since 2000-07-29
Posts 337port richey fl. |
i wish there was another way to add this to my library so i ddin't feel like an ass...i really like this |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Smiling and loving this one here |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
There you are, I looked all over and what were you doing on page 3! You should be on top where you can really shine. I loved this one, by the way. Kathleen |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Go ahead - Make my day!! Write a poem that makes my friend Balladeer a better hero than all those other guys... Have ballad will travel!! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
corazon...he is blesssed, too. Tennessee...yeah, nothing except getting 20 million per pic! Thanks, angel sunny1....and I wouldn't trade places with them, either! Thank you for the wonderful things you say... dovey...you got it right. Every father is a superhero to his kids..if he works at it. LOngJohn...I'm trying to get us some votes, man! LOL! On the campaign trail.... Rebel...LOL@ the kid's names!!! No, I didn't forget Captain Kirk. I eliminated him when he started making those stupid Priceline commercials denise...the bees have been busy lately!!! Dr. Moose....don't worry. Very few things go to my head!!! Paula....speaking as a man, I'd take you as a woman! I appreciate your kind words Nikolette...I REALLY appreciate your words. It CAN be added to your library. If you're unsure how, e-mail me...and never worry about feeling like an ass. I've read your work. You are special.... hoot...just seeing your name on the screen brings a smile to my face! rose....thanks for looking for me! Page 3 was so inhospitable!!!! you're wonderful |
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Lucie Senior Member
since 1999-06-20
Posts 1077Houston |
I've had hero's in my life that stand out too my friend.. you're one of them.. I still come back to get my smile, that only Balladeer can provide. I miss ya all. Not feeling very poetic lately though.. soon.. I hope. Lucie |
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cathybohannan Member
since 2000-07-31
Posts 140Paintsville,KY |
Way to go,this is the first poem I read of yours and truly enjoyed reading it. |
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linda munday Member
since 2000-06-17
Posts 315Adelaide, Australia |
You made my day Balladeer, What a talent that just seems to roll off your pen (or wordprocessor). Bye for now, Linda M. |
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