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A collection of poems showcasing unusual words

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Comment from --Turtle.
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Ugh, Ted Nugent.

Every time I read the poem, that's generally the reflex that occurs. A limerick that effectively gives a shout-out reminder that he exists... and people want to know his opinions. Though, I can pretty much say, I've never thought to myself... gee, what's Ted got to say about ... anything.

Nice job with this poem, and good limerick beat.

 Comment Written 02-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 02-Apr-2018
    LOL Turtle, that makes two of us. Thanks for the kind words - Craig
Comment from Bill Schott
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This ode to Ted Nugent finds the image of the Caveman of Rock and Roll a bit tarnished by his defensive words against the shooting survivors. He is a piece of work, but I have to give the cat a bye this time.

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    Thanks for reviewing, Bill. Happy Easter - Craig
Comment from Gloria ....
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It really is a sad testimony to civility when folks like Ted Nugent go right to personal insults rather than engaging in positive and vigorous debate. The insults he lobbed made him look vicious, petty and ignorant. Cat Scratch Fever may be where his heart truly is.

Excellent Limerick and I hope he retracts his claws and engages these young people with respect. He is somewhat one voice of a generation and he should act like it.

Great job, Craig.

Gloria

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    He seems to have a habit going way back of being an obnoxious loudmouth. I believe he is vicious, petty and ignorant. No doubt in his mind, that equates to patriotic fervour. Thanks, Gloria.
Comment from Debbie Pope
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Thank you for educating me on Ted Nugent as well the word doorbellist. Entertaining as usual. Particularly your reference to Trump. Hope you had a nice Easter.

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    Thanks very much, Debbie. I did have a nice Easter - might have overdone the food a bit - surprise! Hope yours was good too :) Craig
Comment from meeshu
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nice little Limerick, C.D. your right about Ted, I never cared much for his guitar
even when he was all-world with my peers. and zealots are ALWAYS irritating
no matter which side they're on......meeshu

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    Thanks for the kind words, meeshu. Happy Easter :) Craig
Comment from Cindy McIntyre
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Super clever. I wish you could have entered the political contest from a couple days ago. I would have voted for you. I like that you are exploring some new vocabulary to inspire some poetry. Keep rockin' and rollin, or slide dancing (to the left)! :)

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    Given that many of my poems have political themes, I probably should have. Oh well, it will come around again . Many thanks, Cindy - Craig
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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A very well-written poem. There are many people who believe the cause of mass shootings are the guns. But the real problem is the people who get their hands on guns that should not be allowed near a gun.

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    So, in other words, everyone besides police and military? The real problem is that people aren't psychic, and no one knows what the person they give a gun to is going to do with it. Many thanks, Sandra.
Comment from Marisela Contona
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I like this. it flows nicely. You have good word choses, and a great style. Keep writing, you have the skill. I look forward to more of your work.

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    Thanks for the kind words, Marisela; much appreciated - Craig
Comment from bichonfrisegirl
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"Doorbellist" ... what a funny/strange word. Your limerick showcases your word "doorbellist" very well, Craig. I especially love your last line "his panties got in a right twist" ... lol.

Happy Easter to you and yours! ~~ Connie

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    Thanks so much, Connie. It is a really weird word, isn't it. I had more trouble with this one than most. Much appreciated - Happy Easter to you as well! Craig
Comment from strandregs
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There once was a hack guitarist, There once was a hack guitarist
got his panties all in a twist, A certified true doorbellist
when good folks yelled nay When folks shouted nay
to the old NRA-- To the old RNA
he's a certified true doorbellist. He got his pants in a right twist

Couldn't resist sorting it out.
forgive me? :-))Z.

 Comment Written 01-Apr-2018


reply by the author on 01-Apr-2018
    I like your version better, so I changed it - with one minor change. Most grateful :) Craig
reply by strandregs on 01-Apr-2018
    most welcome , I enjoy a challenge.