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A Modest Proposal (I think you better read this Balladeer :)
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A Modest Proposal (I think you better read this Balladeer :) |
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Kevin
since 1999-11-02
Posts 729Torrington, Ct, Usa 
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Boys and Girls, Ladies and Gents Please spare some of your time I’ve come to speak of an event To take place here in rhyme See many may not know me here And with me that’s just fine ‘Cause I’ve made reading a career Since back in 99 I’ve seen so many styles As our passions slowly grew It seems I’ve read through piles Of the moments shared with you But in amidst the wonder That I hold so very tight There was a rolling thunder From the laugher of one fight Two of passions better Were by no means very subtle As they kindly traded letter After letter of rebuttal Yes balladeer and toe rag Often tested each for wit All the time letting one brag While the other thought of…….stuff But sadly I’ve not seen or heard Sarcasm In a while So here I am to spread the word And maybe get a smile See this one pair just maybe Have been very good with rhyme But I can’t wait till they see A brave youth still in his prime So gather round, yourself be heard Let he who’s best soon rule I carry nothing but my words HEY OLD MEN! SHALL WE DUEL? [This message has been edited by Kevin (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kevin~ You're calling the Balladeer out ? Cutie Pie .... you are BRAVE~ This may not be pretty ~ LOL @ you - using 'modest' and Balladeer in the same sentence~  This is creatively done .... but you'd better run for the mountainside cause Balladeer's got one purpose ... and that'll be to 'tan your youthful hide' ~ He's the master quicker quipper The essence of the forums PIPper He'll take up this challenge at blue paces and laugh out loud - as he chases your youthfulness around the block ... it's not too late ... wannna stop ? Love you~  *BIG HUGS* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Right on Kevin! You take them on and show us your stuff. This was excellent and I wish you luck in getting something going in the forum. I think you are sure up for the challenge. Great job! ~*~ Carpe' Diem ~*~ |
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Kevin
since 1999-11-02
Posts 729Torrington, Ct, Usa |
Out of the pan and into the fire? Im just not a quitter, now Ms. Margey please That man is so old that he needs to retire Ill set em up nice with a place in the keys And when he finds out he can no longer tough it He'll head on down there with a beer and some buffet....jimmy that is  [This message has been edited by Kevin (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kevin, Much is to be said for youth and agility, But I wouldn't rule out age and senility. So since you really want to learn to duel, Watch, the Balladeer can make of you a fool. Go big guy. I predict Balladeer 5 Kevin 0 |
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Kevin
since 1999-11-02
Posts 729Torrington, Ct, Usa |
I'm thinking you give the man way too much credit We know he can dish it...but he can be fed it And you never know cause I have me a spoon I dont wince in the sun overhead at high noon [This message has been edited by Kevin (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Ah the age of ruling the roost when the younger needs a boost to higher forms of gallantry through wit of applied poetry methinks though you may need help so as soon as we hear you yelp we shall take in all to see Big Red take on Bantam poultry for you see young man when all is done some forever wear the crown, just One long live the King of Ballads, dear Protectorate Merlin still stands near now sharpen thy wit, thy pen, or pencil leave behind all patterns stenciled bring forth bravado and do sit, brave and hope you stand the Balladeer's wave... |
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Lucie Senior Member
since 1999-06-20
Posts 1077Houston |
Ha! Poet friend, you humor me. Have you not heard of subtlety? You called him out so blatantly, with your few words of poetry. You better run, I'll help you pack. That Balladeer will blow his stack, With quiet stealth he will attack. Be careful man & watch your back. I just poked him, but you my friend, You kicked him hard in his rear-end. *shh* Tell me, does he wear depends? Ya better run farther then his cane extends. He'll squash you boy.. just like a bug. then turn away with casual shrug. He'll wipe your remains on the rug. We'll miss you Kevin, *sniff* give us a hug. Remember me with a smile on your face, or please don't remember me at all. |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
well, well, well...what have we here? Another young tongueslinger with a death wish!!  Be back soon,,,,I need to sharpen my teeth!  [This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
How foolish or brave, or both challenge Balladeer, and I quoth he will skewer you, in fact, like Cyrano De Bergerac. |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
This is gonna be good...better you than me, Kevin. |
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Kevin
since 1999-11-02
Posts 729Torrington, Ct, Usa |
You know luce...I was saving that depends line for later...now im unoriginal But hear me out friends young and old His stories over, mines untold! I do not mean to sound uncouth But there is strength to find in youth! |
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Kevin
since 1999-11-02
Posts 729Torrington, Ct, Usa |
It just now has occured to me To keep on jabbing while they're free Sharpen your teeth....I love adventures and bally...fixadent those dentures |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
oh no! Here we go, a duel? Between friend or foe? Kevin with youth Balladeer with age...... now let's see them duel on our poetry page!! On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
ROTFLMAO. This promises to be a classic. Go forth bravely Kevin, with all the vitality of (misguided?) youth... I'm thinking though, he may boot you through the Pipsters house roof. So best to have your Batmobil parked outside this may prove to be a precarious ride! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
methinks we would find some truth in an effervescent but too young youth as age gives forth that which we should hear the sweet which springs from Balladeer... [This message has been edited by Sunshine (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kevin~ These responses of yours are just ADORABLE~ Hmmmmmmm, perhaps the great Balladeer is in for 'Dueling Quills' ... Should be FUN FUN FUN~ *Hugs* ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Beyond bravery, I'll give you that To stand and shout I’m right here But when attacking the Big Buck Perhaps it would be best from the rear ---- Best of luck young man... I'll be getting your coffin ready.  |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Kevin- Wow...you're on a witty roll here...I love it!  Love your creativity and your COURAGE..LOL! This could be LOTS of fun!  Hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Sonya New Member
since 2001-11-13
Posts 9Mesa, Arizona |
"Once more unto the breach and we shall fill their trenches with our English dead!" Shakespear~ He He He He This is beter than any show I've seen! Good luck to you both! S~ |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
ohhhhhhhhh my.....you are really brave. but Balladeer is wayyyyyyyyyyyy to good. Charisma~*TMP*~ |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
ROFL ... I was frantically looking for the originating post that started this poetic duel (I've been reading backwards, LOL). You're off to a charming start and holding your own well Kevin ... I'll be watching with popcorn from the sidelines (loved your joust so far, and Michael's graphics above, LOL). Thanks for the grins gentlemen! Best wishes, /Kit |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Kevin, My money's on Mike. |
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rosepetals25
since 2000-05-31
Posts 3076PA |
Kevin, I too had to come back and find this post after I read Balladeer's response. Kevin.. you a brave soul I'll give you that. And as good as this is.. I'm sorry to say that Balladeer will win. But... I still love this It should be interesting to follow along Hugs, Tara "My heart is like an open book, for the whole world to read" |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
I wanna sit here in first row And want to hear the dingdong go You threw your glove to Balladeer? Oh my sweet Kev your braine's all clear? You do know the story of sailor Popey Ate lots of spinage and you know why Did you forget you little young thing That Balladeer is known as Spam's King He'll slap you with his Vienna saucige That will hurt more then a bug's itch An arena fight I'm exited and thrilled Yet sweety I fear that you will be killed Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*giggling delightedly* I think I will just sit back and enjoy the show you two guys will be putting on. I LOVE IT!!! A  for you both. Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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NapalmsConstantlyConfused
since 2001-05-15
Posts 529 |
i must admit, and do confess there is a hit it will not rest the wizard rises from throne of gold or porcelain, sizes you up; he may be old but age and guile beat youth and innocence with casual style he'll make you wince never overestimate the power of your pen balladeer's doth sublimate what he contemplates of sin if there is fear, let it be thine, either way you steer his quill shall shine yes, a quill, he's old, you know but even so i tell you still what a helluva helluva show i wouldn't miss it for the world -Dave |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kevin, I'm really hopin' Titia saved me a seat. 'Cause I love a good fight! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kevin, I'm really hopin' Titia saved me a seat. 'Cause I love a good fight! Guess I'm double hopeful![This message has been edited by Larry C (edited 11-15-2001).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Once a fool, always a fool... I'm going to take a brave (foolish?) step forward and stand in Kevin's corner. I've always been a glutton for punishment. Should I be making arrangements? Time to write my own eulogy? Hearse time?  GO, KEVIN, GO |
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