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The bet |
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lucky Senior Member
since 2000-01-17
Posts 1601Idaho 
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Said a wiskey flask to a cigaret, “I’d like to make a good-sized bet That I can get more scalps than you, Although your victims arn’t so few.” Said the cigaret to the wiskey flask, “Well, that’s as easy as I could ask, For I give kids their downward start, Then you pitch in and do your part. They come to you with a burning thirst, But I’m the fella that sees ’em first; So most of 'em should count for me, I’ll take the bet; it’s a cinch d’ see?” Then the wiskey flask came to say; “I never looked at the thing that way. But I confess you spoke the truth; ’Tis you that tackles the foolish youth— You fill their system with dopy smoke, I mound ’em into a first class soak. We work together far to well To quarrel for even a little spell.” So, the wiskey flask and the cigaret Shook hands together, called off the bet, And away they sauntered, side by side, hunting for victims far and wide. < !signature--> Writing isn't just something I do, it's something I am. To write of feelings that touch all hearts in some manner is my delight. -Marge Tindal [This message has been edited by lucky (edited 11-13-2000).] |
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Celeste Senior Member
since 2000-11-11
Posts 597 |
Outstanding perception in this! Wonderful flow. I applaud!! To capture and live a moment is truly living |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
lucky--your whimsy is full of truth...and sad truth at that...this is great! |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Lucky~ WOW ! What a powerful message wrapped up in a neat little package. I really like it. What a worthwhile message. ( Have you ever been accused of having socially-redeeming value before ? )  Love ya', poet man !  ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Moon Dust
since 1999-06-11
Posts 2177Skelmersdale, UK |
I found this a bit humorous sorry if it wernt meant to be. But a good message in here to  Sometimes you have to let go and move on, But never let go of the memories. |
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lucky Senior Member
since 2000-01-17
Posts 1601Idaho |
All right I must confess... pour me another glass and tell St. Peter I'll be late... I have to have another cigaret... dreamkeeper thanks for the applaud! Martie your so whimsy...love ya Sis Marge Tindal, Thank you and no to... ( Have you ever been accused of having socially-redeeming value before ? ) Is it anything like that "Infusion" stuff..? Love you, poetgirl ! Maria, a bit humorous, huh..? Sometimes you have to let go and move on, but never let go of the cigarets. thank you all, dale |
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Wilfred Yeats Member Elite
since 2000-08-04
Posts 2704Wilmington, Delaware |
I'm with Marge withe respect to: "( Have you ever been accused of having socially-redeeming value before ? )" A sad smile here - 2 towards a hat trick |
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lucky Senior Member
since 2000-01-17
Posts 1601Idaho |
Bill, I'll give you and Marge a double bump for being on top of it. Yes, it's a very old poem from way before even your time. My mother sent it to us in a Mag. from 1914 and I thought to post it. Wasn't intending to steal. Sorry 'bout that... I should have said something. Good eyes my friend and good looking out. This work is listed Untitled... You guys are still really great. I still like to see who's who around here. Hats off, Bill & Marge. [This message has been edited by lucky (edited 11-15-2000).] |
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