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New Poet Richey, part one humour and memories
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New Poet Richey, part one humour and memories |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England 
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New Poet Richey Part one the gathering warning this is quite long so I suggest you supply yourself with popcorn, crisps/chips, and a large drink Oh what a time all of us had No thought of sorrow or things gone bad Each person brought such delight It bubbled through us far into night We talked, we laughed, recited our hearts Swore friendship and love would n’er depart Under Florida’s amazing skies Our words flew on the wings of sighs Keth, I think had a secret desire To stir within this one man a raging fire And co-opted Krissy to assist her plan To captivate the boot checking man There’s no other reason that I can see For them to visit Tampa constantly That Sunday night we were there five times in all Surely that has to be some kind of lover’s call Nakedthoughts had her own little room It’s the same one where we kept the broom A Nakedthought in a closet is strange But it was the best accommodation we could arrange The villa wasn’t the roomiest one I fear There were fourteen people including Balladeer Margie girl, Bill, Titia, and Nakedthoughts were four Then add to that Isabel, Fran and Seymour There’s tales to tell, and I will About Margie girl and her sweetheart Bill We went off to DeLand on a Tuesday And naturally as per usual we lost our way So the trip that should have been quite short Was rather longer than any of us thought We had planned to be there quite early And spend some precious time with sweet Delaney We got there of course eventually It wasn’t my fault so don’t blame me Away to the restaurant for our luncheon date Where people were waiting because we were late We met June, Bill, Irene, and Margie’s brother Tony Then off to June’s whose home amazed me It’s filled with beauty and things you wouldn’t believe I wanted to stay longer but sadly we had to leave Bill entertained us by singing and such And we were each blessed by Margie’s touch The talent in Bill is awesome he sings so well We can see why Margie for him kind of fell Then adding Titia to our merry little band We set off for Port Richey so farewell DeLand Guess what? Yes we got lost yet once more And again we washed up on Tampa’s friendly shore Titia who hadn’t yet experienced a trip like this Sat in her seat while we instructed Kriss Turn here, no right, okay go left once more What is the difference we are lost for sure? Tampa bay beckons and we haven’t been today No, alas, I’m sure I heard Krissy or Keth say I know the way to Tampa, said Kriss, yes I said we know It’s only leaving Tampa that this car can’t go Now at the villa there were five ladies in all On the Wednesday into the car we did crawl Off to the library where we had booked time On the computers where we could get on line Titia went for a ramble while we went to Wal Mart A shopping trip where we showed we were smart Then popped into Denny’s our favourite spot Where we got something to eat delicious and hot Thursday and Margie and Bill arrived on cue We yelled Oh we are pleased to see you We welcomed them to our happy little band Just as they had welcomed us to their home in DeLand Maureen made sure we all were fed Titia wrote poems and then we went to bed Tomorrow will bring Seymour and Balladeer Isabel, Fran, and Pilgrimage will all be here Friday morning and Pilgrimage is due From Dallas she comes at eleven o two Krissy and Keth volunteered to go Back to Tampa airport they went pronto This time, just for a change I think that maybe They got lost going, or that’s the story they told me Pilgrimage rang and squeaked Mushy please help I’m waiting patiently by the baggage belt I’d promised her a banner and I sent it too But I believe that Keth left it in the loo Pilgrimage waited very patiently Saw lots of people but no sign of Keth and Krissy Eventually they turned up rather out of breath They didn’t say why but Krissy blamed Keth There was a suspicious smile on Keth’s face And Krissy looked like she’d been in a race Now the villa is getting as full as can be But there’s always room I said optimistically There has to be room for our own star Balladeer Isabel, Fran and Seymour were due to appear When they arrived as they did eventually All was nearly ready for our poetical party What could be better than bangers on the barbie? But someone has to make it and its not going to be me Marsha [This message has been edited by Marsha (11-07-2002 12:04 PM).] |
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Sunnyone Member Ascendant
since 2000-07-06
Posts 5334Staffordshire, England |
Hi Sis!! Wow...this sounds like a hellubba gathering, so when can I book a room, eh? But you know you're going to have your hands full with this bunch, don't you????? Loved it!! Pen how you truly feel... |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
so many tales..such short time...I will enjoy reading and rereading this Marsha..and the memories it brings up... you were a wonderful host... and if I haven't said it before... thank you hugsss Maureen |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
mum very true indeed. This poem is really funny and one of your best. It is a lie Keth and I was just running late that was all nothing happened to anyone, I promise. Very well written   love and warm stuff as always Krissy And while thy willing soul transpiers |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Marsha, I'm laughing and nearly choking on my popcorn. What a fantastic time you all must have had. I have loved hearing from all of you who attended and do so wish I had been there. Maybe another time you'll all come to New England and visit with me and Nan. Hugs, Marti |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I thoroughly enjoyed this tale, Marsha... the fun y'all had is evident all the way through. *S* Well done!!! I look forward to the next installment. *S* |
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Connel
since 2002-11-04
Posts 736Florida, USA |
It only took me 15 MINUTES TO READ!! lol. It was a good poem, and i really enjoyed it.. Thank you for sharing. I wish to become a great poet some day, but it will only come in time. Til then, I shall write my poems, and wait. |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Geez! It reads like Gullible's Travels! Thanks for sharing, mushy. All of that happened before my arrival so it was new to me....sounds like you had fun!  |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Deer, it was not gullible's travels although I claim the 5th when speaking about our trips to Tampa. Krissy love you keep telling them nothing happened, I'm sure they'll believe you - eventually. Although, truly folks, nothing happened  Marsha I laughed all the way through this and the scary thing was I could hear your voice as I read it. GET OUT OF MY HEAD!! Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Yea Bally..they wanted to get all of the fun out of the way before putting up with you.......and, LOL at Gullible's Travels..... Marshie.....well done gal...wish I couldda been there... |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Marsha, Me gal you have a good set of lungs. And the wind of the poem just blew me down. A wonderful write and true as can be. And we all had a wonderful time you see. LOL |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Marsha, I'm really enjoying all these stories about the trip to Florida. I'm so glad all of you enjoyed our great state of Florida. There's a lot to enjoy here. But, I've got a feeling that all of you guys would have enjoyed being ANYWHERE together. All of you sound like you're absolutely delightful. Just think, if I had known about it, I might could have been there, too, with me being so close and in the same state. But, I hadn't joined this great family of friends then, I don't guess. Anyway, just keep telling us about your trip, because you're making us feel like we were actually there. Thanks. "Love makes the world go around" |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Mushy darling, now I'm homesick  I've so many good memories of those days I went from Boston to Florida South and back to Tampa. Wish I could have stayed longer, but my sheep were calling me and my hubby too it appears LOL Thanks for sharing your beautiful words. I think I left my red fishingcap in the villa, couldn't find it anymore. TitiaLike scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
OhMarshaLove~ This beauty has me in tears and in *giggles* at the same time~ You are the 'hostess with the mostest' for sure~ I think everything (except continually getting 'turned around') was PERFECT~ And in Krissy's defense ... oh, Lord girlie ... we DO DRIVE ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD NOW, DON'T WE ?  I'd do it all again TOMORROW ... Where do we pick you gals up ? We'll be there !  KETHRY ... COME BACK ! PLEASE SAY YES ! Love n' most of all .... LOVE~ ~*Marge & Bill*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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