Passions Poetic Prince, A tribute to Balladeer, a monologue

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andEmmamakes3
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0 posted 2002-05-20 12:18 PM

Passions Poetic Prince
A tribute to Balladeer, a monologue

There’s a fabulous place called Passions that’s noted for fine poetry
And one day my browser took me to this poetic sanctuary
A wonderful place is the forum where poets gather to spar
They come from all over the world, from places near and quite far
Here they swap tales of adventure, they tell of this and of that
I’ve even heard of one poet who confessed to kicking a cat
Long John is the name of this monster, but before you get quite riled
I believe he was referring to when he was a reckless heedless child

Every place has its star attractions, there’s always a cream of the crop
And Passions is no exception there’s an elite with a name at the top
For all of you new members who have never met him before
Let me introduce you to ‘Deer, he’s the one who we all adore
His name is heard in high places, he’s a prince of poetic renown
And there’s no other man quite like him for getting rid of a frown
I’ve seen him dispense great wisdom, he can always summon a smile
And as for his poetic journeys I’d walk with him mile after mile

I’ve read his heart’s compassion, I’ve listened to his sparkling wit
I’ve even seen him fight off three and he didn’t even puff a bit
There are other poets of note, all the best writers gather here
But none of them can take the crown from that perfect prince Balladeer
I don’t suppose they mind, he doesn’t puff out his chest with glee
Which isn’t always the case when you are considered a celebrity
No really he’s quite modest and he can be seen most every day
In that premier place called Passion’s putting on a poets display

Emma

A short note, I’ve written this monologue, I chose a monologue because it has always been one of my favourite things to read. Aunt of heart Kari will you now admit that I can’t write and stop requesting me to do so. Krissy complains if I’m on the computer too much and mum is already threatening me with consequences too dire to mention. ‘Deer I hope you didn’t mind me writing this too much, please forgive the really bad poetry and let’s be friends. I promise I won’t write any more, I wouldn’t have written anything if Aunt of Heart Kari hadn’t asked me to.

Eternity, stands laughing at old time
for ages? In the grand ancestral line
Of things eternal, mounting to divine

[This message has been edited by andEmmamakes3 (05-20-2002 12:21 PM).]

Sunshine

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1 posted 2002-05-20 12:21 PM

No, this aunt shan't insist that you now take a nap
for a poem of great renown has been placed within our laps
we shall hug you with tender care for all you've said and done
and 'Deer, well he will blush at this song you've sung!

~*~

Nope! You have only hooked yourself into writing more...

and

Sunshine

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2 posted 2002-05-20 12:23 PM

Bye the by...check your E-mail for a Very Special Message!

Titia Geertman
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3 posted 2002-05-20 01:03 PM

What a sweet tribute to our Balladeer but....

MODEST??? Oh my gosh you say modest

I'm sure that our Balladeer sweetie,
Although he is quite a cutie patoetie,
Would like to be referred to as a modest man
Who likes a bit of poetry and a lot of Spam (or was it the other way around?)

But he's just a wolf in sheepish clothes
Ask Toereg and Long John, he bit them both
"I'm The Mighty Balladeer" he shouts a lot
He's a doll, he's sweet but MODEST?, he is not

Ha ha, I just love to ruffle you up a bit my Deer
Thank Emma for writing this superb verse for you here

Welcome Emma, we're going to have a lot of fun

Titia

A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess...
Check out my new website: lookheretitia.fcpages.com (I didn't 'link' this, so it won't take too much space).I

Marge Tindal

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4 posted 2002-05-20 01:13 PM

Emma~
A delight to see you posting ... nah, it shan't be your first and last bundled up in one swath of ink !

You delightful girl you ... welcome, welcome, welcome !!
*Hugs*
~*Marge*~

~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~
noles1@totcon.com

ethome
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5 posted 2002-05-20 01:18 PM

Emma:
This is absolutely delightful! Cleverly written and you should be proud.....good tribute! Ha ha, some good funny parts too!

I love it!

ethome

nakdthoughts
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6 posted 2002-05-20 01:22 PM

*s fine job you did here, Emma.

hugsss
M

Enchantress
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7 posted 2002-05-20 01:27 PM

EMMA, THIS IS WONDERFUL!!
You write like a dream!
I will be looking forward to more of your work!
~Hugs, Nancy~

~Your Aunt of heart Kari, is very very wise!~

bsquirrel

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8 posted 2002-05-20 01:30 PM

Okay, how much did 'Deer pay you? No reason -- just wondering what th' going rate is.

Heh heh. Enjoyed this, Emma.

She said burn ... together.
-TON

Kit McCallum

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9 posted 2002-05-20 01:38 PM

Emma ... this is wonderful! Welcome to Passions!

Well, now, I'll have to say a great big thank you to Sunshine for encouraging you to post this great tribute to our Balladeer! He's a marvelous man, and you've captured so many aspects of both Passions, and our sweet poet's charm. Well done indeed ... it's great to see you join the Passion's family.

Best wishes,
/Kit

Jesse Jaymz
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10 posted 2002-05-20 01:43 PM

welcome

nice job on your first post. hope to see many more from you. welcome
peace and love
Jesse

Another town another hotel room
Another dream that ended way too soon
Left me lonely way before the dawn
Searching for the strength to carry on

Aimster
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Charlotte, NC

11 posted 2002-05-20 02:51 PM

Emma,

this was a delight to read...your writing
is very very good...please don't think
differently and you've described our Bal
to a T...wonderful write. it is so good
to finally see some poetry from you and
thank you for your wonderful compliments
on mine...i take them all to heart.
take care.
love you.
amy

"you can't stop
the rain
from pouring down
can't stop the
world from turning 'round
can't stop me from
loving you
no matter
what you do"

Greeneyes

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In Your Poetic Mind

12 posted 2002-05-20 02:57 PM

Welcome to Passions....

you will love it here....

great first write....

Greeneyes~

I would rather have one breath of his hair,
one kiss of his mouth,
one touch of his hand
than an eternity without it.

Balladeer

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13 posted 2002-05-20 03:25 PM

Well, Emma, what can I say? To be the object of your first poetic endeavor is quite the honor! You may not think it very good but, believe me, I've seen first poems before and yours excels over them by far. You rhyme well and there is more than a small trace of very good meter there. In your next ones (and there WILL be next ones!!) I have little doubt you will continue to grow and blossom into a very good poet. I look forward to seeing them!

How you can know so much about me is uncanny...right down to the modesty part!

Yes, Passions is a wonderful place. The fact alone that it takes people who have never written before and instills in them the desire to write.....well, there is no finer compliment. I have no doubt you will be a very welcome addition to the group (if momma lets you get on the 'puter once in a while)

Thank you, Emma, and I salute your poetic creation!!!

Martie

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14 posted 2002-05-20 03:34 PM

Hello Emma...what a wonderful first post! I really enjoyed this look at Balladeer through your eyes...pretty accurate too! Welcome to Passions!

Mistletoe Angel

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15 posted 2002-05-20 03:56 PM

YAY!!! Oh my gosh, this is sooooooo beautiful, sweet friend, I am so very happy you are writing, sweet friend, just like your mom and your sister you have a remarkable talent! YAY!!! I just know Balladeer is going to love this forever! I LOVE IT!!! Welcome to Passions, sweet Emma, may you be inspired by all of us here as we will all be inspired by your lovely words! (smiles) I can't wait to read more of your lovely words, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Emma, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Seymour Tabin
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16 posted 2002-05-20 04:08 PM

Emma,
Go to the head of he class. A wonderful piece of writing. And as you see Dear loved it. Welcome dear.

Sunshine

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17 posted 2002-05-20 04:12 PM

Emma, do NOT throw that pillow at me!

Magnus

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18 posted 2002-05-20 04:29 PM

Emma,  your Mum threatened to stop saying
nice things about my poetry IF you continued
to write....

Well,  I guess I am just going to have to
put up with not getting those wonderful
words of hers....and start reading the
wonderful words of your poetry.....

Sorry Mushy,  but a man's gotta do what a
man's gotta do.....

SmartChick
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19 posted 2002-05-20 11:12 PM

Welcome to passions Emma. You're going to love it here. This is a wonderful first post.

Midnitesun

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20 posted 2002-05-21 02:20 AM

Emma, you are destined for stardom. The Deer may have to make room on that throne. For now, we will let him sit there and enjoy the view. Welcome to the land of magic! And thank you for bringing your own personal magic to this board. This is a well done piece.

Sunshine

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21 posted 2002-05-21 07:25 AM

I'm here again, Just to irritate your mother...give her a crumb of time on the computer....and to give her some target other that you and Krissy to aim for...

Kethry
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22 posted 2002-05-21 08:51 AM

Emma,
I love your work,its so fresh. Shhhh don't let your mother hear this, I think you have inherited her talent for rhyme and metre.
Keth

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown

Pilgrimage
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23 posted 2002-05-21 04:07 PM

Emma,
This is neat. I think you've done very well. Don't let your sister and your mom keep you down. Elbow your way to the computer every now and then, and post one!

Nan

Madame Chipmunk
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24 posted 2002-05-21 09:38 PM

Every place has its star attractions, there’s always a cream of the crop
And Passions is no exception there’s an elite with a name at the top

Rarely have truer words been written, Emma!

I don't know why you think you are not a good poet!
You come from a talented family and it definitely shows.

One suggestion I might give you though, and this is probably only because I am an old lady whose eyesight is failing her....
Pleeeze dearest one, would you post your poems in a darker color, so us old folks can see them without squinting!

Welcome to our Passions family, Emma...and don't let anyone talk you away from us....

I guess, your Mum needs to buy a second computer now! (oh she'll kill me for even suggesting that)

~lots of welcoming hugs

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

ShadowRider
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25 posted 2002-05-22 10:11 PM

monologue's are one of my fav's, Emma.  Welcome aboard, and
leave all fear behind:  you have the gift within
each line is golden you have written
the smile you gave to ALL of us,  immense.

Thank you Emma With Four Names.
May your pen
never go dry

theShadowRider  *s*

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