The Divine Nonsense of Jim Wile
Viewing comments for Chapter 1 "Have Another Pork Chop, Paul"A collection of 13 humorous poems
8 total reviews
Comment from Tom Horonzy
No six here, but it was cute. I understand stanza three as if you were writing about me. My problem finding it was it began not alphabetically, but Chapter one.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2023
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No six here, but it was cute. I understand stanza three as if you were writing about me. My problem finding it was it began not alphabetically, but Chapter one.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2023
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Got it.
I played my last round of golf today with my son, which completed the circle, because I played my first round with my dad at age 12. It's been a good long run with a lot of highs and not many lows, but it's time to pack it in.
I had a total wrist fusion of the right wrist about a year ago, so I have zero bend in my right wrist. Lost about 40 yards in distance, and completely lost the feel for the short game. I can't generate enough clubhead speed to get through the sand on a bunker shot, and without even just a little bit of wrist action, pitching and chipping are too difficult.
I've tried moving up to the red tees, but it's just not much fun any more. The swing feels so strange now, and it is just not satisfying anymore. Plus my hips and feet really ache for days afterward, even though I take a cart and only play 9 holes.
Since I joined FanStory, I just don't miss golf the way I thought I would during all the times off following the different surgeries I've had in the last 3 years (shoulder, two foot surgeries, wrist fusion, and elbow surgery.)
I had a good run for the past 60 years, but it's time to put the clubs up in the attic.
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From blue to white I got over quickly, and though it took me a couple of years gold soon became expedient. Then, as the over 70 crows moved to the reds I couldn't win a bet. So here I am at seventy five shooting eighty five from the reds which after being a solid eight hc for years is as enjoyable as kissing a corpse, I understand.
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Loved the analogy. It's right on.
Comment from Mary Shifman
This is very funny. I can remember my grandparents pushing the food, too. They believed food could make everything better. I guess, there is something comforting about food in general, which is why many people eat when they are stressed. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 26-Mar-2023
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This is very funny. I can remember my grandparents pushing the food, too. They believed food could make everything better. I guess, there is something comforting about food in general, which is why many people eat when they are stressed. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 25-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 26-Mar-2023
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Yes, there certainly is something comforting about food. I must need a lot of comforting, because I sure like to eat. My dad probably would have preferred a martini to a pork chop, but "Have Another Martini, Paul" just wouldn't have sounded as good.
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You and me both! I think you're right, the martini bit probably wouldn't have been as funny.
Comment from lyenochka
This is wonderful! I would think a pork would be a much better solution than a drink. And I thought you chose "Paul" for the rhymes but your dad's name was really Paul. I'm also glad you included the recording because it really is a poem to read aloud!
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2023
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This is wonderful! I would think a pork would be a much better solution than a drink. And I thought you chose "Paul" for the rhymes but your dad's name was really Paul. I'm also glad you included the recording because it really is a poem to read aloud!
Comment Written 25-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2023
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Paul Wile actually would have preferred a martini to a pork chop, but "Have Another Martini, Paul" just doesn't sound as good.
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Lol. That's true and that multiple consonants and alliteration of "pork chop, Paul" added a fun rhythm to your poem!
Comment from JT traveller
This is an hilarious poem Jim. I have no doubt that your father was highly amused. What a fantastic gift!
A very lyrical poem, with what I assume are multiple references to his varying hobbies.
A great poem. I love it.
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2023
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This is an hilarious poem Jim. I have no doubt that your father was highly amused. What a fantastic gift!
A very lyrical poem, with what I assume are multiple references to his varying hobbies.
A great poem. I love it.
Comment Written 25-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2023
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Thanks, Jacqueline. Yes he was a golfer and a frequent traveler, and this bit of a roast described him pretty well. He loved it.
I also told a few jokes about him to the audience. I said that he had been on a seafood diet lately. He'll see food and then eat it. Also, his doctor told him to restrict his diet so that there were only 2 foods that he now eats: hot and cold.
Comment from Sarah Das Gupta
Great humorous poem with a wonderful chorus!! It's so good, I might curse you! This is the sort of poem which sticks in your mind, even when you're not thinking of 'pork chops' or, for that matter, a guy called 'Paul'!
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2023
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Great humorous poem with a wonderful chorus!! It's so good, I might curse you! This is the sort of poem which sticks in your mind, even when you're not thinking of 'pork chops' or, for that matter, a guy called 'Paul'!
Comment Written 23-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2023
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You're so right about that, Sarah. That phrase has stuck with me all those years and comes to mind at the oddest times. Thanks for the good review!
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Best wishes from Cambridge!
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Hope you're enjoying your stay there.
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Yes, I'm used to the house!
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Oh my goodness, we put the kettle on and you have another pork chop! Not sure that is so very healthy Jim but your certainly made me smile with this humorous write, magical, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2023
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Oh my goodness, we put the kettle on and you have another pork chop! Not sure that is so very healthy Jim but your certainly made me smile with this humorous write, magical, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 23-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2023
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Thanks, Dolly. He probably preferred to have another cocktail rather than a pork chop, but that wouldn't have sounded as funny to my 10-year-old ear.
Comment from Ricky1024
This is a Ni Rules Contest Entry Rich in theme and Imagery.
It also, read well and flowed well with no Grammar Issues.
The Adjective and Objective Contents were both Excellent and Exceptional while Descriptive Measures Aligned Perfectly.
Good luck with your Contest Entry.
Doctor Ricky1024
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2022
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This is a Ni Rules Contest Entry Rich in theme and Imagery.
It also, read well and flowed well with no Grammar Issues.
The Adjective and Objective Contents were both Excellent and Exceptional while Descriptive Measures Aligned Perfectly.
Good luck with your Contest Entry.
Doctor Ricky1024
Comment Written 27-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2022
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Thank you very much for the good rating. I just added a voice recording to it.
Comment from Terry Broxson
Jim, this is a hoot! I love reading this poem out loud. I know that you can do a narration of the poem as an option for your readers. You might consider checking that out. Exceptional work. Terry.
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2022
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Jim, this is a hoot! I love reading this poem out loud. I know that you can do a narration of the poem as an option for your readers. You might consider checking that out. Exceptional work. Terry.
Comment Written 27-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2022
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Thank you so much, Terry, for the 6-star rating. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I will definitely check out the narration feature. Thanks for the suggestion.