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A Different Dab O' Ink - Contest Challenge
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A Different Dab O' Ink - Contest Challenge |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores 
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A Different Dab O' Ink ~*Marge Tindal*~ Grab your quill and fill it with a different dab o' ink Tell me what images flood your mind within this challenging piece of think~ Paint it pink - or paint it gray Squeeze it until it sings See just what can come of the magic your muses bring~ The phrases are not too fancy as to render the muses mute You can write 'em classic La-dee-dah, or cute~ Form is not important nor is there a quota or limit Come on - engage your thoughts throw yourself right in it~ You can don a bonnet and pen your heart-felt sonnet Or you can just wing it and let the blues sing it~ Now if you're at the ready On your mark, get-set, go Write 'em fast or write 'em slow~ Let your muses run free through these shared thoughts from me The only rule that I will state It must be 'clean as a whistle' - so all can relate~ There is a prize being offered by moi` an autographed copy of Voices on the Web Passions first book of poetic love~ The cut-off date is midnight, December 8 And I am the only judge So don't be trying to bribe me Cause my impartiality just won't budge ! So that I'm sure not to miss it please send a copy of the URL straight to the box that holds all my e-mail Here are the phrases whichever your muse chooses Everyone wins in poetry penned and nobody really loses ! Inspirational phrases~ When Sunlight Falls Whispers Of Dawn Butterscotch Sky How Long Did It Take You To Get That Ugly ? Be Not A Stranger To Love Sentimental Shakedown First Love - First Kiss Across A Field Of Lilacs Spread Take Me Back To Yesterday When God Gets Done With Me How Many Shades Of Green Mama, Get Off That Train Baker's Dozen *Just pen a poem using one of these phrases for your inspiration. *Post it and send me a copy of the URL so that I may judge it. *My e-mail address is listed in my signature. *The prize of the Voices on the Web will be awarded to the poet who pens the poem I like best. *Prize will be mailed when the notified winner furnishes me with hers/his address. How easy is this ??? *BIG SMILES* Above all .... have FUN~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com [This message has been edited by Marge Tindal (edited 11-30-2001).] |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Well now! There is a fine challenge to stir my ink well......you are so fun. I'm in!  |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You mean something like this, Marge...? How long did it take you to get that ugly? Have you been that way since birth? Or did some accident cause you to be The ugliest thing on Earth?? Did the doctor slap your mother's face The moment you came out? Ripley must have died to get your pic Of that I have no doubt! Did your dog refuse to lick you Without a steak around your neck? Did the sight of you turn everyone Into a nervous wreck? They say that beauty is only skin deep But ugly goes clear to the bone. I know you're my best friend, ole LongJohn, my pal And I love ya...now leave me ALONE!!!!!!!! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Is this whatcha mean, Marge??? When sunlight falls From a butterscotch sky Whispers of dawn Take me back to yesterday Across a field of lilacs spread To my first love - first kiss. I decided to be not a stranger to love. The sentimental shakedowns Had left me how many shades of green? You looked at me and said "How long did it take you to get that ugly?" I told you you would change your tune When God gets done with me! So, Mama, get off that train! I ain't no kissin' cousin! Kiss me twelve times then once more.. Let's make a baker's dozen!! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
HI kids ~ Now e-mail me those URL's on the poems you post. Balladeer ... you crack me up ... now POST the darned things ! LOL~ Amazing you are~ SEA~ Love it ... have fun~ I'll be checking them all out thoroughly~ I'm smiling big time here~  *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
*BUMP* |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
/pip/Forum52/HTML/001126.html since you will be notified of replies on this one... Athena shall send you this e-mail  This is such a great idea... thanks for the opportunity... regards, my friend, sudhir P.S. before I forget, this one is a great poem too... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Thanks for the *BUMP* SEA~ Sudhir~ The URL to your lovely piece has been received in my mailbox~  *I'll be gone for the weekend ...  but keep 'em coming friends~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
ah a challenge.....well I think it's about time to tickle my muse a bit, think her day offs must be over....*lol* well I'll see if I can wake my muse now .~*Theresia~* |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Glad to see you made the cutoff Dec 8. My muse is under the weather for a few days. Maybe something will come floating down from the next aurora.... |
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Allan Riverwood
since 2001-01-04
Posts 3502Winnipeg |
"Across A Field Of Lilacs Spread" Perfect for a villanelle. Margie, you're on. |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Oh dear, I do it all the wrong way Submitted first and forgot to tell you what a wonderful thought within a poem you gave us. Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
Brilliant idea Marge. When I'm done my homework for workshop, I just may attempt one of these. I see others have started already, and it's great to see the different interpretations people can put on the same lines. If she who dies with the most toys wins, then can I have some toy boys please? |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Margie girl, Love the challenge, but I got derailed by Deer's responses it may take me a while to recover and respond. Although I think the butterscotch sky is called. mmm I love butterscotch and to have a sky of it... Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
~~~~BUMP~~~~ A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
*I'm LOVING these responses and the poems each of you are creating are MARVELOUS~ Thanking each of you for your participation and eagerly anticipating even more~ Off on a little 'love-in' weekend ... Will be checking out each and every poem~ Keep 'em coming~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Margie darling sister on mine heart, I'll think about it, I can't promise you more than that. This is such a wonderful idea, and your writing is utterly amazing. as always Mushy    I am particularly drawn to the title Whispers Of Dawn To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace St John ch2 v1 |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Marge, this is such a fun idea! Of course, I was green with envy that I didn't think of it, but then I don't have such a great prize to offer either. Thanks for the inspiration and fun. So of course, my poem is Shades of Green, though I could only present it in one shade!!!  |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
A marvelous way to inspire others, Marge! I know I've probably missed reading one or two entries, but if you need another judge, don't call me! I've seen too many that would just cause ties...they are all wonderful! |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
Dear Marge, I just found your challenge and had just finished a poem that fits your "Take Me Back to Yesterday" and was wondering what to do with it. Love, Joyce |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
Well, I can see by this amazing poem and challenge that I am just going to have to give it a try. Magnificent writing, Marge. **hugs** Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Temptress
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
Okies..I'm going to participate if I can get my little poetic mind running in the direction of smiles and hope instead of dissappointment in someone right now! Thanks for the challenges, Marge! Should I prepare my acceptance poem now or later? I'm just joking, yanno? Your storm of assumption feeds anger I am calm enough to hold inside. Don't pretend to know me if you've never put stretched out your heart with since |
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EagleScorpion Senior Member
since 2000-03-08
Posts 1644Here, Now, Forever |
ok im in.. |
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EagleScorpion Senior Member
since 2000-03-08
Posts 1644Here, Now, Forever |
allright i made one but i really dont like it..lets pretend i didnt write it.. lemme sit with my thoughts and concoct a masterpiece.. |
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Bec Member
since 2001-02-23
Posts 475Canberra |
Let me ask one question, Before this masterpiece I write. I would like to try more than one Do you think that would be alright? "Poetry and Hums aren't things which you get, they're things which get you. And all you can do is to go where they can find you." |
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cpalmer Senior Member
since 2001-06-26
Posts 977Phoenix, Az |
My muse has been snoring heavily these days...I may just have to give her a 'sentimental shakedown' for this! I'll see what I can do Hugs Cindi God is our inspiration; Words of the heart can be music to our ears |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Marge - You are a genious! What a great way to get rid of those extra copies! My mother sent mine back! lol BTW - When you autograph the book, could you do it on a blank check? Christmas draws nigh. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Delightful friends .... ALL~ You all are tickling the bejeebers out of this poet friend~ I am so enjoying reading each and every one of them .... Keep 'em coming ... I think I'll restructure the prize package to encompass 'Marge's Top Three' choices .... YEP ... you heard me correctly ... I'm offering a First - Second and Third place prize of a copy of Voices on the Web ... ! ! ! So make 'em funny, mush or sad ... I will be so very glad to spread a little December cheer when choosing the winners so dear ~ YOU ALL ARE JUST THE GREATEST ! ! I've got them coming into my mailbox from almost every forum I posted the challenge in ... so check out Teen, Open #17, The Corner Pub and Spiritual ... Lots of WONDERFUL poetry being shared~ *HUGS* to each of you for being such wonderful members of this haven of poets~ You make this season of giving GREAT~ *HUGS* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Great fun, Marge! Thanks for jogging the old muse! |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
LOL ... you're amazing Marge! You've got "challenge fever" happening all over the boards, that's wonderful!  Best wishes, /Kit |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
~Had to come back to read the catagories again, Nancy~ *BUMP* "A dream is a wish your heart makes..." |
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Bec Member
since 2001-02-23
Posts 475Canberra |
~*BUMP*~ "Poetry and Hums aren't things which you get, they're things which get you. And all you can do is to go where they can find you." |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
I think I might give this a try. |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
Sigh, Little Goose, I leave for a bit, and then find you are stirring things up again, I KNEW the moon coming full was going to do something, but, gasp, you being the ONLY judge? Ahh, well, none could be sweeter..very gentle smile |
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MyEnchanted_Melody Senior Member
since 2001-05-30
Posts 1106across the land of dreams. In your heart, I'd always be. |
You are the wonderful one Marge... You have inspired alot by this sweet wonderful challange.... I'm so glad to be a member of this haven of poets..... And .... A wonderful poem you've penned here to challange us all..... Thank you {{{Hugssssss}}} ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
*Friends ALL ... the magic of this place is amazing~ The challenge continues to draw such lovely poetry~ I am 'inspired' by your 'inspire' ... Thank you ALL for being such wonderful people. What a FUN place to call 'home'~ Ron Carnell ... this *HUG*'s for YOU~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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misguided angel Member
since 2001-11-23
Posts 106Australia |
Marge, thank you for this. Even if I don't use the phrases for the comp I would love to use them for myself when I have the time to write more. Andrea Summon the courage to step out of your familiar rut and suddenly many of those things which held you back will no longer have the power to do so. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
MisguidedAngel~  Thank you dear ... I hope you'll share them with me~ ********UPDATE~ The URL of the entries for the contest MUST be mailed to me BY MIDNIGHT on Saturday, December 8th for those who wish to be in contention for the awarding of the prizes~ I'm going to be gone for a few days ... but will be checking my mailbox. If you've entered a piece you'd like 'judged' and haven't mailed me the URL .. please do so as soon as possible. I can't begin to thank you all for the marvelous participation~ I've seen such a wonderful variety of poems for this challenging contest~ I have NOT pre-judged any of the entries ... though I have enjoyed them all~ I will read each and every one of them (whewwww) again and render the winner's list by December 14. Books will be mailed to the three winner's at the snail mail address I will ask you to send if your work is chosen as one of the winners~ Thanks again for the excellent poetry~ I just love you all to pieces~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
BUMP |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
BTW - Did anybody else notice the scurrilous attack on my famous looks by that rascally scalawag, 'Deer? Oh, sure, the poem was well written, and it may have seemed funny, but he should be punished for this! Agreed? Good! Now, here is what we do. We all post mean things about 'Deer, and then he'll be sorry. Now, isn't that a great plan? |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Everyone's having so much fun with this! A wonderful idea, still! |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Ahhh Long John, didn't see your words in time cuz I already wrote a peace for Deer, but they were all nice words, but I told them that he was nagging you all the time. That's good isn't it? /pip/Forum52/HTML/001557.html LOL Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
It's simply not possible that with some 4,000 members, EVERYONE has seen this yet, so......... BTTT  |
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timothysangel1973
since 2001-12-03
Posts 1725Never close enough |
First time for me Marge...but here goes.... I am gonna give it a spin, gonna have to burn the midnight oil o this one it is already 11 p.m. Timothysangel Dont let it end like this, tell them I said something. ~Pancho Villa |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Oh Wow Marge....I wish I'd read this before I wrote and posted my poem in Open 17 tonight....I know I could've used one these lines....That's ok though!!!! I'd still like to share it with you even though It looks like I'm not going to be in this contest!!!! HUGS Marge, this is a wonderful treat for everyone!!!! Bridgette /pip/Forum52/HTML/001704.html |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
*Whewwww ! My friends you have given more than I ever expected. My mail box is FULL of the loveliest, funniest, bestest poetry ! I am zeroing in ... and enjoying each and every moment of it~ What joy is mine in the sharing. I've received not only the posted URL's .. but some very, very touching poetry that was simply inspired by those friends here in the forums~ The only one's judged are the one's posted, but ... golly how I've enjoyed them all~ My heart swells with joy from each of you~ Thank you ALL for giving~ I've received over 93 poems to this challenge~ GOSH ... what a gift of giving~ Back to 'work' ... with a BIG SMILE~ I've got a deadline to meet !!!! Vicky ... you 'know' how this Libra loves deadlines~ Love n' hugs~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
i'm late but i like to see what i can do with these phrases... |
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