Last Year's Christmas
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Comment from Olivanne Marsh
Okay, funny with a wry twist. Would say the "upper classed" deserved it because they could afford to be without a gift or two? It's refreshing to read something that has humor sprinkled into all the syrup that's spread all over everything this time of year. It's like a big dash of chili powder in the oh, so sweet hot coco. I'd give it five and a half stars, if I could, because the rhyme was so well done. Natural and not forced, I know a poem doesn't have to rhyme, but I think it takes real skill to make it seem so natural when it does. Good job.
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Okay, funny with a wry twist. Would say the "upper classed" deserved it because they could afford to be without a gift or two? It's refreshing to read something that has humor sprinkled into all the syrup that's spread all over everything this time of year. It's like a big dash of chili powder in the oh, so sweet hot coco. I'd give it five and a half stars, if I could, because the rhyme was so well done. Natural and not forced, I know a poem doesn't have to rhyme, but I think it takes real skill to make it seem so natural when it does. Good job.
Comment Written 20-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review, Olivanne. Yes, I had to go beyond the mundane, usual stuff we simply can't escape on here. Lol. I like going against the grain quite often. Haha. Plus, to me, it's not really a poem unless it rhymes. Anyone can just throw some random thoughts together and call it poetry. That's not how I roll though. Haha. I dearly appreciate the gracious stars, O. I'm glad you liked the piece. Have yourself a great Christmas and upcoming new year.
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Ron
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this Christmas contest entry with us. Yes, porch pirates have become a thing. I am guessing these newfangled doorbells with cameras in them are helping cure the crime. Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Thank you for sharing this Christmas contest entry with us. Yes, porch pirates have become a thing. I am guessing these newfangled doorbells with cameras in them are helping cure the crime. Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 20-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Thank you for the great review, Barb. I love watching YouTube videos of porch pirates getting their just rewards trying to steal. It's sad how people will actually stoop this low. I dearly appreciate the gracious stars and good luck wishes. Have yourself a wonderful Christmas.
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Ron
Comment from Ginda Simpson
I am thinking all along that you are just too generous. Will they appreciate your thoughtfulness for granted. You sneaky thief. This made me smile. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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I am thinking all along that you are just too generous. Will they appreciate your thoughtfulness for granted. You sneaky thief. This made me smile. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 20-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Thank you for the great review, Ginda. I really appreciate the generous stars. I'm glad you liked this silly piece.
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Ron
Comment from Dr. Von
Congratulations! Your poem is wonderful humor for the holidays. I like the flow of your message. I like that you have a hidden message in the gift-giving. Seams that everyone has a plan. I enjoyed reading it.
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Congratulations! Your poem is wonderful humor for the holidays. I like the flow of your message. I like that you have a hidden message in the gift-giving. Seams that everyone has a plan. I enjoyed reading it.
Comment Written 19-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Thank you for the great review and stars, Dr. Von. I really appreciate it. I'm glad you liked this silliness. Have yourself a fantastic Christmas.
Ron
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You are very welcome. Thank you for your good wishes. Happy and Merry to you.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
I was reading and wondering, "how could anyone possibly afford such extravagant gifts?!"
Well, Merry Christmas to you and your family. Perhaps you will receive the winning ribbon for this contest entry, as you didn't steal it but earned it by writing a very clever, rhyming poem.
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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I was reading and wondering, "how could anyone possibly afford such extravagant gifts?!"
Well, Merry Christmas to you and your family. Perhaps you will receive the winning ribbon for this contest entry, as you didn't steal it but earned it by writing a very clever, rhyming poem.
Comment Written 19-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review, Pam. I really appreciate the generous stars and kind comments. I'm glad you liked this silly piece.
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Ron
Comment from karenina
Oh wow! You had me hook line and sinker! As I read I was feeling SO guilty for the much more modest and utilitarian gifts I manage to offer...and thinking how very fortunate your family was to have one so generous as you!
THEN~ And this has been such a huge problem in my town this year! These porch pirates seem to think it is a valid job to sneak up and steal what others have struggled to purchase! It's high time someone highlights this horrible behavior ~ and triple kudos for writing this from the "Pirate's" point of view!
Karenina
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Oh wow! You had me hook line and sinker! As I read I was feeling SO guilty for the much more modest and utilitarian gifts I manage to offer...and thinking how very fortunate your family was to have one so generous as you!
THEN~ And this has been such a huge problem in my town this year! These porch pirates seem to think it is a valid job to sneak up and steal what others have struggled to purchase! It's high time someone highlights this horrible behavior ~ and triple kudos for writing this from the "Pirate's" point of view!
Karenina
Comment Written 19-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 20-Dec-2022
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Hey, Karenina, hi. Thank you so much for the fantastic review. Yes, it's a shame how some people have to stoop this low. I love watching the YouTube vids of porch pirate blunders, where somehow they get their just reward. Lol. I dearly appreciate the generous stars and comments. Maybe when I win the lottery I'll be able to accomplish this. Haha. I'm glad you liked this silly piece, K. Thank you again. Have yourself a fantastic Christmas and upcoming new year.
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Ron
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I know! The glitter bombs! So funny!
You have the best of holidays too, Ron!
Comment from Ulla
Hahaha, I loved this light hearted poem. So you stole it all! Tsk tsk ... That said, your poem does raise the issue of of all the expenses so many go to. That's not really what Christmas is about. It has got totally out of hand. Good luck. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2022
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Hahaha, I loved this light hearted poem. So you stole it all! Tsk tsk ... That said, your poem does raise the issue of of all the expenses so many go to. That's not really what Christmas is about. It has got totally out of hand. Good luck. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 19-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2022
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Yes it has. People are way too much into material things anymore. It's saddening. Thank you so much for the great review, Ulla. I dearly appreciate the gracious stars and good luck wishes. I'm glad you had a chuckle at this silly piece. Have yourself a wonderful Christmas.
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Ron
Comment from Sherry SG
This poem reads well and flows well. The rhyme and meter are amazing but the subject itself excels them both.
Even though this appears to be light-hearted poem, underneath it raises complex issues about the whole business of gifting during the Holidays, and our society valuing material possessions and acquisitions, (regardless of how those gifts or possessions were obtained) over other more genuine and morally correct forms of loving, caring and sharing.
I wonder how many people will self-reflect after reading your piece.
Great work! My 6 stars for your piece.
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2022
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This poem reads well and flows well. The rhyme and meter are amazing but the subject itself excels them both.
Even though this appears to be light-hearted poem, underneath it raises complex issues about the whole business of gifting during the Holidays, and our society valuing material possessions and acquisitions, (regardless of how those gifts or possessions were obtained) over other more genuine and morally correct forms of loving, caring and sharing.
I wonder how many people will self-reflect after reading your piece.
Great work! My 6 stars for your piece.
Comment Written 19-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2022
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Thank you so much for the fantastic review and big sixer, Sherry. Yes, too many in this world live for the material things rather than real love and affection through the heart. I really appreciate the gracious rating, Sherry. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and thank you again.
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Ron
Comment from Paul McFarland
Naughty, naughty. Great job with the rhyme. Next year you will probably be sending Christmas cards from jail. It looks like we are going to be competitors in the contest.
reply by the author on 18-Dec-2022
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Naughty, naughty. Great job with the rhyme. Next year you will probably be sending Christmas cards from jail. It looks like we are going to be competitors in the contest.
Comment Written 18-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 18-Dec-2022
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Lol. Yep, I'd hope that's where he'd be sending his cards from. Thank you for the great review and stars, Paul. Best of luck in the contest, friend. Have yourself a fantastic Christmas, friend.
Ron
Comment from Goodadvicechan
It is amazing that you remember what gifts were given to whom last year.
I can't hardly recall what I bought for my friends and relatives.
Thanks fir sharing .
reply by the author on 18-Dec-2022
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It is amazing that you remember what gifts were given to whom last year.
I can't hardly recall what I bought for my friends and relatives.
Thanks fir sharing .
Comment Written 18-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 18-Dec-2022
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Lol. Well, he had to sort through all the stuff to figure out what was going to who. I guess that's how he remembered. Lol. Thank you for the review and stars, friend.