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The Now Famous Balladeer
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The Now Famous Balladeer |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
When Balladeer was ten years old He thought he had it made, He'd finally completed Three years in second grade. His life was always kind of sad, (His weight-his looks and clothes) Last one picked on baseball teams, And first to pick his nose. When he turned twelve a child was born, Toerag was his name, A unique baby boy, (Had a penis and a brain). Now Toe grew up quite popular, A boy with looks and charm, Cared for those less fortunate, Protecting them from harm. When Toe turned twelve and graduated, From Harvard way back east, He heard of Balladeer the scorned, Whom everyone had teased. 'Deer was bussing tables, At "Al Sharpton's House of Soul," Making less than legal wage, But had no place to go. Toe took Balladeer, Beneath his caring wing, Taught him to write poetry, Play guitar and sing. He soon became an expert, Sang at church and then on stage, He wrote a book of poetry, With "delight" on every page. Toe got him on a talent show, Where he had no chance of 'losin' Now an American Idol, And has changed his name to 'Reuben' |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Funny!!! Standing up lighting candle this was great...enjoy your playful side Excellent write, cept the part about Sharpton...I don't like that guy very much... I'll tell you why sometime...hehehehe Thank you Toe, for this comical jingle Sure hope Deer can keep his ribs intact after he reads this, he's gonna giggle! |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
LOL poor 'Deer. lucky he has such a good friend in you!!!  "cast me gently into the morning, for the night has been unkind" |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
Hehe - thanks for the lunch time chuckle - this was too fun.  SusanHappiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Toe, Don't know how you ever put up with him. They will put on the plus side when they count your plus and minus. |
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Alicat Member Elite
since 1999-05-23
Posts 4094Coastal Texas |
Hahaha...looks like my bumping Toerag Boy and Blow-up Sue had good inspiration. By the by, you can find that one in the Adult archive. *cackle*Anyhow, I gotta say how much I've enjoyed the back and forth throughout the years, and hope to see more for a few more years to come. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Yanno...you are just asking for it when you write these things about 'Deer! Just too funny!!! Thanks for the chuckles. ~Autumn..the year's last, loveliest smile.~ |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Gee, thanks Alicat.....I think you and or 'Deer should talk Ron into adding a "pop-up" directing people to that post....LOL |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Well this one certainly tickled me feathers!  I knew you were kind, smart and educated, but I hadn't realized that Balls of Deer was a big, loveable black man with the voice of an angel! Who'd have thunk a bug-chasin' redneck could have reached such a pinnacle and earned the adoration of the American public! Life is certainly full of surprises! BTW Kudos to you for graduating from Harvard when you were 12! ~ Mind you, I graduated when I was 11!  Rue-ben! Rue-ben! Rue-ben! Hard to believe that that was Bally all that time! Love, Light, & Laughter, Linda   |
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babygirlwlove Senior Member
since 2004-10-10
Posts 1180New York City |
LOL... hey, I thought you said you were the quiet guy...lol loved this! **babygirL** |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
LOL... What in the world has Ruben ever done to you??? LOL And he's a good ole Bama boy at that! *G* However... knowing you always speak the truth (*cough cough*)... I find myself saying something I never thought I'd say... Sing to us, Deer... please??? Just one verse of Superstar? *G* |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I just don't get it. I try to be a nice guy, give Toerag a little break because he has to go on life-support every time I go after him, do my best to bring a little civility to our relationship.....and this is what I get. If I were less of a gentleman than I am, I would seek retribution or revenge in some way but, being the kind-hearted soul I am I will simply disregard this foul attempt to besmirch my character and continue to conduct my actions in the way condusive to my good nature. Yeah, right....  |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Atta boys...  |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
What would he do without you, toe What would we do without you both Things are really getting back to normal That is, normal for you guys Loved this Liz |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Gee, Toe...I'm in total awe at the sharing of your musical talent. If it weren't for you the Lad would still be bussing tables. My, aren't you a blessing! Yes! You two are at it again! Enjoyed your poem, and am appreciative of Ladadeer's earnest attempths to walk a stwaight wine, I mean line. miscellanea |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
LOL Toe, you swing boy. Needed a good laugh and got it from you. Always a pleasure to see you guys play. Titia Like scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Talk about ...can't say the words....or write them.... You two, sheesh.... Loved the humor, way to go TOE!!!! Now, sitting back to wait for the return volley from Balladeer's small cannon....... |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
playground memories and the chant of 'fight,fight,fight!' you two are very childish and immature.. and we all thank you for that grins now serving, balladeer |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
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Mary Parry Junior Member
since 2004-10-12
Posts 45Felixstowe, England |
I think this poem's a gas, but did I just wander into the middle of something here? Please be gentle with me Toe, I'm very new to all this. Mary |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
yes....Balladeer...(one of the very meanest and untrustworthy people on this board)and we tend to write a little about each other...(actually he's one of the most talented folks I know, can't golf, all the women hate him, and he wrote a book about poetry and it's really quite good but don't tell him I told ya so)....Seriously though...you should go to "search" and see some of his work...he really is a master poet and we all love him, he just doesn't visit enough anymore.... [This message has been edited by Toerag (10-15-2004 04:48 PM).] |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
...ah, reminds me of the old Passions |
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Juju Member Elite
since 2003-12-29
Posts 3429In your dreams |
Heheheh. I wonder what kind of responce will be of this poem. hehehehhehe Juju |
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