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F@#^%n' Bernie

Vers Beaucoup (see notes)

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Comment from Josipher32
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Curt Mongold,

"F@#^%n' Bernie" was a very well written satire poem. If there was a picture you presented, it is not showing up on my screen. --Kristen

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Thanks Kristen!
    There WAS A pic, but it failed like eveerything in the bernie poem.
    Go figure...
    Thanks again,
    Curt
Comment from findingmyroom
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Hey this is really cool. I'm glad you explained the format; I'll have to try one of these now. You express for so many the frustration over the Madoff thing. Your last line is the strongest, love it.

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    It really is a fun way to write! Teh contest has just begun, try an entry and see how it goes!
    Thanks for your time and comments,
    Curt
reply by findingmyroom on 08-Dec-2009
    Curt,

    I didn't see a link to a contest on your piece... any insight?

    Stephanie
Comment from unidian
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Hey Curt ... if you can't write vers whatsiname - who can:) I've already taken issue with one anti-semitic poem today ... Bernie? Why Bernie? Why not Roger or William or Britney? C'mon, man, vat, vat ... vat!!! LOL Musselltoff. Tom

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Vat ah ya talkin' about heah? Huh? lol
    Being part Heb myself, I take no issue with stereotypes that portray someone at least trying to earn a living.
    Thanks for the great comments!
    Schleppingly yours,
    Curt
Comment from PoesyPoet
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I liked the storyline, Curt; funny stuff! The rhyming looked difficult and tricky, but you seems to have mastered it. Well done.
PP

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Don't tell anybody, but it's really easy to be the master of a form when you invent it! lol
    Thanks,
    Curt
Comment from Janelle
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Geepers, when you have a bad day it realy sucks doesn't it? :)

I liked the jerky style of this poem and the unique layout, it suited the story and the mood of Bernie's poor client. There was still plenty of rhythm to take the reader forward and I certainly do NOT have a favourable impression of Bernie. :)

Quirky poem that I enjoyed very much. Nice to meet you Curt, Regards, Jan

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Thanks Jan!
    This form is a lot of fun for me to play with, and I am glad you enjoyed it for what it was worth.
    Sincerely,
    Curt
Comment from Suzie B
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Curt, this is a delightful and very funny read. Sorry if I sound unsympathetic, but I am so pleased bernie got his. And then some.

I am no poet my friend, however I thoroughly enjoyed this clever format. your explanation in the author notes assisted with the overall enjoyment.
Well done.
Suzie

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Thanks Suzie!
    Your comments are well received here.
    Sincerely,
    Curt
Comment from Laidy
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i thought this was an interesting poem. it certainly had it's high peeks. i was wondering why the tittle was the way it was? well i thought this was a cool read i liked reading.

 Comment Written 06-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Thank you Laidy.
    It was just a bit of fun for me to get back in the saddle, so to speak.
    Thanks aain,
    Curt
Comment from mountainwriter49
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This is an interesting poem and my first at reviewing the Vers Beaucoup. My main concern is the use, indeed overuse, of "fuck" in the poem. I'm no prude, but do believe that poetry is a higher form of the written language and should seek to inspire and inform through good, not base, language. You could have used so other words that would have gotten the message across. If you do revise, let me know because I'd like to read again and upscore. Thanks for sharing your poem and good luck with the contest. M

 Comment Written 06-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Sorry,
    No revisions will be made to this piece due to coarse language.
    It may offend some, but others it does not. In this instance, I feel the vernacular fits the piece.
    Thank you for your comments though,
    Curt
Comment from Aussie
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A very 'meaty' poem that romped along showing the mood of the writer and given a boost with strong language. You showed anger, humor and made the reader sit up and take notice. Well done.

 Comment Written 06-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Thanks Aussie.
    Not eveyone is satisfied with my strong language, but in this season of sappy Santa songs, I thought I'd rock the cradle a little.
    Thanks again mate,
    Curt
Comment from mikeehnow
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This poem has too many bad words, but it is interesting.The rhyme pattern is awesome, how it goes in between the lines.So yeah, I guess this is okay.

 Comment Written 06-Dec-2009

reply by the author on 07-Dec-2009
    Didn't you read the warning label?
    Thanks,
    Curt