I stopped to visit. Overlong conversation was worth the tarry. Ruth Reno
pant pant check check yikes! late again! so unlovely! a character flaw... kris armetta, portland
“Late” came much too late. Obligations called me down. I am so sorry. Sue Anderson
Past challenge: fever
We pollute all things and try to make merry tunes nature gets fever Purush, Guntur India
not heat of passion nor extreme activity just, a-choo, a cold! kris armetta, portland, or
crowded school hallways rambunctious children, tired staff vacation fever Jone, Portland, OR http://deowriter.wordpress.com
summer on the rise hot sun shipped to my body high temperatures Purush, Guntur India
my lost beloved in the freezing thoughts, flared up all my fever strips Purush, Guntur India
Changing world --- fever! Frazzled, high-pitch, earthquake.......run! Extinction is now.
Volcanic heat cone shoots molten, red, hot fever. The world is burning.
Vegas, the answer? Please spare me that sad regret. Endure Life’s fever! Sue Anderson hologram feeling of surrounded hot aura -- ya give me FE-VAH! Jay Miller, Florida
Past challenge: genie
My love a genie Passes chills through all my nerves All sweet memories P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P., India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
In dreams genie comes to trigger all impish thoughts Consciousness brings pain P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P., India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Provides everything Fulfills our wishes, desires Most obedient P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P., India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
I could use some time some magic, play, forgetting, unexpected joy. Emily Brault
puffy pantaloons grace this ageless magician while we keep wishin' ! Jay Miller, Florida
He is my neighbor. He builds my dream studio. Only rub is---------money!
His works, perfection Clean walls, dimming lights, book shelves. I’m caught in his spell. Sue Anderson In a bottle lives the fanciful muse, of sorts whose master is. . . "POOF!" Carolyn Ausborn
Magical whimsy In a fairy tale lamp, or So the story goes Carolyn Ausborn
Appear sweet genie. I have a silver teapot I'll rub for wishes. Ruth Reno
Traveling would be nice, and will you watch the children? Some cash? Hmmm, that's three! Ruth Reno
Ticklish, my genie? This is no laughing matter! Come out and give three! Ruth Reno
memory runners dash past prayer flags in branches as wind scatters seeds Jone, Portland, OR, http://deowriter.wordpress.com
Why this butterfly roam round all the croton plants lost its memory? Purush, Guntur, India
I had my glasses. Would you help me find them, Hon? On your head, my dear. Ruth Reno
Some attest its age. Limited storage each day. Too much stimuli! Ruth Reno
what was the challenge? seem to have forgotten it. neuro-meltdown mush! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
A Life's history Existence lives within it Without it, nothing! Sue Anderson
1 He’s been gone four months. Only memory remains. His and mine entwined.
2 I feel his presence. He stands alone by my bed. This is memory.
3 I call his name, “Roy?” Fifty-four years, together. Memory holds me. Sue Anderson
Forgotten things and Half-remembered people now Live inside my heart. John O Portland OR
like dreams they flutter unbidden, elusive, true pieces of mirrors kris armetta
Memories always Create heaven out of hell Or hell from heaven P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Memory treasures Like fathomless great oceans Beyond all measures P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
All our memories Pages written by our age Witness of the past P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
All bad memories Harbingers of restlessness Breeds fears and tensions P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
All good memories Mines of mirth sprinkles joy and Happiness in minds P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Memories consume All our days, weeks, months and years From childhood to death P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Countless memories People encounter throughout Their life and career P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Like shadows they move Haunt, chase, and never leave us Till we breathe our last P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Mind a fine bee hive Honey and stings are in store You act with great tact P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Life a heavy tale Woven out of memories With no boundaries P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.College; Guntur-6; A.P.; India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
When desires go dry while hopes and wants rise skyhigh anger sets its foot Purush, Guntur, India
hanging on to it fuels feverish fervent beast emotions released! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
husband kids dog cat make me madder than hell fire but I recover
dmv, car breaks! give me acid stomachache need a massage, nap Jeannine
Boiling inside me spews to the surface stinging and can't be pulled back! Ruth Reno
How will I respond? Circumstances are neutral. I choose to ignore! Ruth Reno
Bite my tongue. Hold back! Deep breathing. Exhale slowly. Has it diffused yet? Ruth Reno
They said "Your job's safe" The meeting said otherwise My brain is reeling. Carolyn Ausborn
Affairs in order Golden years are all planned out Wait! What just happened? Carolyn Ausborn
Smiling, pretending that all is well in our lives Someone's changed the rules. Carolyn Ausborn
You said change is here But, my eyes and heart can't see even one small shift Carolyn Ausborn
Anger a stone cast straight into a bee hive—Face the consequences P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P., India www.heart-throbs.com
History of kingdoms Pages written by anger Witness of the past P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P.,India www.heart-throbs.com
Let us face others’ Anger and indifference With understanding P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P.,India www.heart-throbs.com
Stupid arguments Shoots all our rage and anger We have to pay high P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P.,India www.heart-throbs.com
Anger a stone cast straight into a bee hive—Face the consequences P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P.,India www.heart-throbs.com
Let us not look back In great anger and vengeance All grief will be brief P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P.,India www.heart-throbs.com
Past challenge: Olympics
Elite athletes: Wow! I feel very out of shape. My event: couch luge. Esther
Gold, Silver or bronze don't matter to a sportsman taking part, wins hearts Purush, Guntur, India
Crossing boundaries Olympians together defy war in peace Ruth Reno
Dream of Olympics like farmers' dream of harvest best is put to test P. Gopichand and P. Nagasuseela, lecturers in English, JKCCollege, Guntur- 522006, www.Heart-throbs.com
olympic mountains fog shrouded trees, vampires lurk blood drive this weekend Jone, Portland, OR http://deowriter.wordpress.com
apogee of sport you Ancient Greeks began them such beauty! such pride! kris armetta
the games we play at and all the sports and pastimes shine, with lots of sweat Purush, Guntur, India
Gold, Silver or bronze don't matter to a sportsman taking part, wins hearts Purush, Guntur, India
Winning or losing is written on your fate line strive hard to highlight Purush, Guntur, India
smiles, jump on to miles when one athlete wins applause, hail it with all souls Purush, Guntur, India
Records break and roll as sea tides lash at the shore sports men's testing ground P. Gopichand and P. Nagasuseela, lecturers in English, JKCCollege, Guntur- 522006, www.Heart-throbs.com
We swam our brains out like big whales swimming in seas all for Olympics P. Gopichand and P. Nagasuseela, lecturers in English, JKCCollege, Guntur- 522006, www.Heart-throbs.com
Passion drives Courage, Sacrifice, Discipline. Now Risk before the World! Ruth Reno
You followed your dream. Be proud, though it may play out other than you hoped. Ruth Reno
Past challenge: heart
Like the flawless egg it must shatter to grow up. Unbroken heart dies. Roxie
Worn around my neck Two golden hearts on a chain Valentines for keeps! Carolyn Ausborn
We wed on this day You're "My Funny Valentine" Our hearts' song. . . always! Carolyn Ausborn
What am I sans you? Autumn gales in springing times sand dumes in forest Purush, Guntur, India
feel loving kindness the heart, your spirit's true home lotus of freedom kris armetta
Can wick glow san oil? Can guitar play without wires? Can I live heartless? Purush, Guntur, India
heart given to you eighteen adventures ago pulse still strong, steady --jone, Portland, OR http://deowriter.wordpress.com
Spoke on women's law Like storm poured forth many facts Susie spoke from heart P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.heart-throbs.com
Without my sweet heart Spring and Autumn are mirage In a vast desert P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.heart-throbs.com
"My heart pants for you." Rebus on a Valentine that stayed in my mind! Ruth Reno
Old grey mare she ain't... Blood runs thin on aspirin and keeps on pumping. Ruth Reno
Heart -a seat of love Like honey in the beehive Sweet in all ages P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.heart-throbs.com
Let us face boldly Heart's tsunamis and tempests With smiles, cheers and pats P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.heart-throbs.com
The old man’s weak groan Lisps secrets of love and life A fact from the heart P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.heart-throbs.com
A segment of speech Unfolds all the horizons Of near and dear’s heart P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.heart-throbs.com
Today, it is mind yesterday, it was my soul when to lose my heart? Purush, Guntur, India
Past challenge: honey
slowly, silently golden intoxication elixir of bee kris armetta
can never forget tasty treat my love gave me, sweeter than honey Purush Guntur, India
This word on my tongue slips out easy-like for you. Honey, you are mine! Ruth Reno
snow calls us to play followed by tea with honey forget daily grind Jone Rush Macculloch, Portland, OR deowriter.wordpress.com
Hear bees 'a buzzin'. It's all in a hard day's work. Somethin' sweet come eve. Carolyn Ausborn
Amazing insect, the honey bee, preparing viscous golden sweets Ruth Reno
swallowing nectar from the sweet hearts of flowers butterfly, poses Purush Guntur, India
from where this taste comes? so sweet and more lip smacking Thank the bees for it!!! Purush Guntur, India =
Fermented nectar Golden teaspoon of sweetness Oh, yummy! Bee barf! Maggie Evart
Sticky, sweet "sunshine" Whether in a jar or "comb" Take nice, long, slow licks! Carolyn Ausborn
Past challenge: robot
Mod technology! Clever, boxy, motored man needs a feeling heart Ruth Reno
high into the sky it operates planes with care robot our master R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Heartless, a tin man Lone he works life’s fields. From where will love come. Sue Anderson
battery bolt bin, programmed to make the head spin, sure to stunt our growth! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
in atomic world it is true, second to none our robot the best R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
R2D2 Go! You're my favorite robot! Brave intelligence... kris armetta
Like Robots we live. Life’s many buttons to push, top push --Dell, Face-book. Sue Anderson
slippery, fleshy incredibly erotic and delicious, too! kris armetta
Octopus, flight of from rock to the underworld her tentacles trail John O'Shea, English Monster
His tentacles reach, wrap, close me with in, squeezing, and drown me in love Ruth Reno
specimen of sea playing in aquarium where I can see you Ruth Reno
tantric tentacles pervade my thought processing -- sink or swim thinking! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
From the past challenge retirement:
Retire from the world As birds migrate in winter Wait for next season P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Oh, it’s retirement. You do what you have not done. Hope you can finish.
Collecting so much, Stay fit, and strength won’t vanish? Still play, at old odds. Sue Anderson
Retirement means I can do most anything. A plethora, yes? Moma
i'll never get to retirement is for the birds not the human beans kris armetta
the green leaves of tree withered in heaven's columns after retirement R Purushotham Rao
fresh currency note now a soiled one indeed after the exit R Purushotham Rao
Retire from service Regain spirit to achieve Rebuild your dream world P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Give the world your best Don’t stop till you reach the goal No retire for mind P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Think at your own pace Leave your track before retire Show the world your zeal P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Tough retired from job Can’t retire from human bonds Won’t retire from death P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Life ceases with job Real life starts with retirement Without fears, tensions P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Retire from the world As birds migrate in winter Wait for next season P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Before you retire Make things done with your wisdom Take time to realise P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Keep your self busy Beware of devil’s workshop After retirement P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Short break from old work To choose new work of your choice Retire and rejoice P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P. India www.Heart-Throbs.com
From the challenge orange:
miniature globe of color, juice and vitamins C, you are the best! Ruth Reno
a fruit not rhyming a color you cannot mix sweet juice, sunshine fruit Jeannine
Orange is orange The color suits me not, but It's fine for the fruit. ---Moma
all the monks wear it it flows like water, share it saddhus, brahmins, all kris armetta
An Inca sunrise, Soaking blood across the skies, Orange rippling surprise. Sue Anderson
Orange not primary Created from red, yellow Eyes scourge the wild beast. Sue Anderson
Paint orange poinsettias Against muted blue background A Happy New Year! Sue Anderson
HEY! orange you glad? it's such a cheerful color... not just halloween... kris armetta
succulent citrus, sweetsour squeezed beaten to pulp, vitamin C GULP! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submissions for the past challenge resolution:
resolution, YES! requires a revolution! change is in the air! kris armetta
Slipped inside a book Was last years' resolutions Recycling is good. ---Moma
And my mind's made up! Written for posterity, it shows up each year! Ruth Reno
I will try to write But what shall I write about? I have died inside.
Begin with haiku It takes just a bite of time Says much, takes little.
Don’t have a tizzy Fizz it up, take a big gulp It’s only words, words! Sue Anderson
when we sail along desire and decide our course to follow it up R Purushotham Rao
The following are submissions for the past challenge candles:
Candles defy dark Remind Jews of victory Smoke alarm--stay off! Esther
I light a candle this night, longest of the year, to say: Sun, come back! Naomi
Domesticated by wick and wax these specks of wild sun shine for me. Roxie in awe
The darkness cowers at your brightful little flames that shine hope and light! Ruth Reno
gently glowing ones you fill us with radiance alighting our hearts kris armetta
burning at both ends, season's a sticky wick-et, but won't maim my flame! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Most amazing thing Unselfishly consumes self Shares light to others P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P; India
The days of future Like candles on Christmas eve Glow with happiness P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P; India
Lit the rare candles Of Love, Hope, Peace and Courage Throughout the New Year P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P; India
Let us dispel dark With the candles of Prudence Knowledge and Wisdom P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P; India
Candle glimmering A true disciple of Christ Sacrifice thy breath P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P; India
light up all candles brightening the life's love path with blessings from SAM R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Past challenge dinosaur:
Most awesome creatures Ruled the world once upon time Terrible lizards P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Dinosaurs though gone Alive and fresh in our thoughts stories and movies P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Man's 're' creation Creatures' life on silver screen Replica of Past P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Young and old felt same With Nature's Special Effects Anywhere on globe P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Learned so many things By their bones and skeletons Fossils and foot prints P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Kids observe with awe Youngsters scan them with wonder Elders watch with ‘wow!’ P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
extinct but living through our fascination for your lumbering size Ruth Reno
dem bones: stoneaged glimpse -- before chimps evolved our way, mark MEGA-lizards! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
My dinosaur bones exposed, the sea receding. Give me my covers! Scott Silver
Past challenges: airplane
A jet-fueled nightmare Fight or flight makes flight a fright Hawaii beckons Khana
First trip to Scotland Sis slept her first night by him, Portland to Heathrow! Ruth Reno
gliding through cloud land lofty visions fill my heart spirit craft takes wing kris armetta
take me away please via reasonable rates and hassle-free gates! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Water, sky, and sun, Beat the winter, have some fun! Get on an airplane! Scott Silver
Over the rainbow, from day to night in a wink, travel by airplane Ruth Reno
My parents bless from a flower bedecked airplane when i wish and need!! R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Most wonderful thing Travelling in an aeroplane My childhood fancy P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Beware of aeroplane Comfort and danger mingles No one knows 'How?' 'When?' P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Off with an aeroplane Through Hills, Oceans and deserts To our near and dear P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Journey in a Plane Gives memorable feeling Man's wise creation P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Great risk and comfort Play hide and seek at great heights Every flight a 'game' P. Gopichand &P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
hairs rise on my neck with engine roar overhead, jet stream in the sky Ruth Reno
Past challenge: peanut butter
It's death by legume Superman had kryptonite Me, peanut butter Jenni
"What do you want, dear?" Peanut butter and jelly, everyday for lunch! Ruth Reno
Crunchy or smoothy, sticks to the roof of my mouth. I swallow with milk. Ruth Reno
Thank you, Mr. George- for peanut, peanut butter- Washington Carver! Ruth Reno
Oh! My beloved yours’ sweet service attracts me like peanut butter R. Purushothama Rao, Guntur, India
love that legume spread -- with ice cream, candy or bread -- naturally fed! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
you, chunky or smooooooth rest on my bread with jelly or banana, or... kris armetta
Past challenge: Turkey
The mayhem’s over. The bird, shambles of skin ---bones. Thanksgiving is done! Sue Anderson
Looming is Christmas Shall we feast on more turkey? No, let’s have a goose. Sue Anderson
How do I love thee? Baked crispy outside yet moist with ALL the trimmings! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Delectable bird King of Thanksgiving dinner Traditional Treat Sue Anderson
“Stupid bird,” I’ve heard. “Gets lost in a rain barrel.” A smart looking roast! Sue Anderson
Five hours roasting time Oops! forgot to start oven No Thanksgiving bird Linda Knowlton Appel
who is the gobbler family friends thanksgiving turkey not alone Mary Di
This is our season. We complement each other, Your sweet potato Ruth Reno
You were there for us, Our first thanksgiving dinner and many meals since. Ruth Reno
Ugly, bald headed fan of beautiful feathers "better to eat you." Ruth Reno
A feast to the eyes and taste to hungry belly turkey, the turn key R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
The following are submissions for the past challenge toupee:
my uncle had one we laughed at the way it looked now he's dearly missed kris armetta
A strong gust of wind And my secret was revealed As it waved goodbye. Ford A. Willoughby
What nature forgot Mankind will try to correct With little success Jean S. Willoughby
Heads of balding men Are bearers of hirsute crowns Beware of high winds Esther
beautiful bald head vanity thy name is man wearing a toupee Mary Di
Like my wedding ring I don’t leave home without it I would feel naked Jean S. Willoughby
I want to ask him, What's that on top of your head? But that would be rude. Jenni
Darn blustery wind lifted it right off my head now my Yul shines bright Ruth Reno
Funny mass of hair never sits right on a head but I'll never tell. Ruth Reno
Baldy needs a boost, or hair coming back to roost! or perhaps, TOUPEE! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Fresh, but not funny Losing hair, loss of status Safe with a toupee? Sue Anderson
Like a dead possum Rests innocent on the head Kojac looking good. Sue Anderson
So it is comfort Lush hair is for the young dudes Toupees --- hide the years. Sue Anderson
The following are submissions for the past challenge dance:
I have two left feet No sense of rhythm, I'm told I dance anyway Naomi
Dance is history Body moves all mystery “Shake, rattle and roll!” Sue Anderson
first competition, we had so much fun, and now, can’t wait for the next. hallie rose
Dance in metaphor Haiku, memory---motion Childlike---write in step. Sue Anderson
We are born to dance In paint, poems, stories, songs Always work the beat. Sue Anderson
oh! I am sorry am little bit hurt, truly can’t dance to thy tunes R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
seeing thick black clouds in the over all sky space farmers start dancing R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
The following are submissions for the past challenge guilt:
the proof of his guilt wrongdoing ,misconduct, sin self reproach oh no Mary Di
feel not any guilt if you truly embrace peace it is in order R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Ego and envy make us forever guilty should they embrace us? R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
culpability contriteness contrition yes and remorsefulness Mary Di
Should I celebrate when friends are in sheer distress I feel, lot guilty R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
ego and envy echoes the evil spirits feel guilt If you have R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
It is heavy lead It falls with grief and sorrow Dark as Halloween Sue Anderson
Enter sad remorse Feel your heart ache, pound -- cry stop You chill -- lost in space. Sue Anderson
Regret what you did Hate yourself for doing it Mend with metaphor Sue Anderson
pesky emotion: a gift from my Jewish Mom? or the way I'm built? Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Mire of the mind, grips me from honest repair. Face it and lose it! Ruth E. Reno
Women carry this easily. For least of things we conjure up guilt. Ruth Reno
The following are submissions for the past challenge swine flu:
Mad Cow, Swine Flu, EEWWW! The barnyard variety Shot or not? MOOINK! Ruth Reno
scary bug or hype? vaccinate and rest easy? or sneezy queezy? Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
it's not the pigs' fault don't blame it on the porcines just cover, wash, pray kris armetta
Miserable stuff Endangering the masses. Wear a mask, don't touch. SWFR
Swine Flu -- fear is new. Much ado, worry -- pooh, pooh. Get a shot and stew. Sue Anderson
Scarlet Fever bad Polio killed so many How much worse Swine Flu? Sue Anderson
human flu virus a deadly epidemic spreads so fast indeed! R. Purushothamarao Guntur, India
headache and sore throat. body aches, chills, and the cough human flu symptoms R. Purushothamarao Guntur, India
The following are submissions for the past challenge climate change:
Awake and arise global warming a warning to correct ourselves R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Normal? It snows - melts. Last year - eleven inches. Ten days. Climate change? AJScott
It’s real. Take action. Visit 350 dot org For a site near you.
All around the world on October 24 we will ask for change. www.350.org
The following are submissions for the past challenge Midnight:
Every night dies with The last stroke of the midnight And rises next day P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., India, www.heart-throbs.com
Under ebony between evening and morning I wait the new day Ruth Reno
my clock turns to twelve, like tickling a moonlit elf... hail insomnia! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
It’s the halfway point between one day and the next. Past and present meet. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Friend of thieves, naxals Pal of all illegal acts And Chum to robbers P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., India, www.heart-throbs.com
Woke up at midnight Recalling the strange old dream Became part of sleep P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., India, www.heart-throbs.com
Suddenly phone call Friend met with an accident Midnight pints made ‘mess’ R Purushotham Rao
Sweet scented flowers make my midnight dreamy one kudos to my luck R Purushotham Rao
garden at midnight good and evil together did we read that book Mary Di
Under ebony between evening and morning I wait the new day Ruth Reno
When the clock strikes twelve anything can happen. Watch! And if the shoe fits? Ruth Reno
For some the evening has just begun and romance dances under glass Ruth Reno
Enjoying on screen midnight erotica show old couple smiles at. R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
sharply at midnight I convey wishes to her She felt happier R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
The following are submissions for the past challenge cricket:
Rhythmic pulsing song floats on warm air through window. I am lulled to sleep. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Eleven players In the midst of cricket game Rain as twelfth player R. Purushotham Rao
Foretell our good luck Fortunate to hear their songs Everywhere in world P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., www.heart-throbs.com
You said “I love you”. In truth you did not mean it… That is not cricket. Ford A. Willoughby
Young and old enjoy Day and night without food, sleep Spend hours to watch game P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., www.heart-throbs.com
cricket cricket chirp calling out to friend and foe how can I sleep now Mary Di
Dear little chirper, you and frog make a great team. Summer Nights Music. Ruth Reno
Chirp at many rates Calling songs or courting songs Unique Crickets’ life P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., www.heart-throbs.com
Gryllide family Relatives of grasshoppers Close with Katydids P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., www.heart-throbs.com
Flat bodies, small wings Compound eyes, long antennae Cold blooded creatures P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., www.heart-throbs.com
Most irritating Slender, chirping, hopping one Consume clothes or crops P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., www.heart-throbs.com
Though wings never fly Actively jump at great heights, Live food source for pets P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P., www.heart-throbs.com
Who do you chirp for little male of the cricket? Will she hear your love? Ruth Reno
A little insect... Sign of good luck for Chinese. A puppet's conscience. Ruth Reno
He bats for a six other vie for boundaries viewers clap on both R. Purushotham Rao
Thick darkness ahead I am alone on my foot ‘Crickets’ sound so high R. Purushotham Rao
Need only two runs batsman aim high for a six caught behind wickets R. Purushotham Rao
Jiminy Cricket “Let your conscience be your guide.” Little know-it-all. Bob B.
a sticky wicket? or a chirping little bug? pitch'em on a rug! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submissions for the past challenge Wizard of Oz:
On big adventures I always come to realize There's no place like home Jenni
Not knowing it is An illusion we follow The yellow brick road. Jean S. Willoughby
will I ever be up high over the rainbow where the wizard is Mary Di
There's something magic in the song, slippers and road, but not the wizard. Ruth Reno
Green witch was scary-- but not as frightening as those freaky winged monkeys! Naomi
Wizardly story, Dorothy, Tinman -- Scarecrow, fun on yellow brick. Sue Anderson
Lions and tigers And bears, oh my! Dorothy, Hide behind Scarecrow! M. Evart
Judy Ray Jack Bert weathered a wicked detour and no one got hurt! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The Wizard of Oz isn't a god, but he'll help, and we must find him. Ruth Reno
For heart, brain, courage, "Follow the yellow brick road." No disappointments! Ruth Reno
A child of eight years wears the wonder of the road in her red slippers Ruth Reno
Great and Powerful, Oscar digs Wizard of Oz Which solves all problems R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Arms entwined, they skip, following the golden road, hunting the Wizard.
Dorothy leads them- Tinman, Lion, Scarecrow seek Wizard for their goals. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
The following are submissions for the past challenge "mermaid":
Like a lone mermaid Sat in an island in sea Pouring forth sorrows
Filled oceans with tears Memories melt, merge in waves Reasons never known P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Dugongs, manatees, mistaken for mermaids. Huh. Lonely, mad sailors. BethieM
In my dreams last night, I swam in the sea with a quick flick of my tail. Naomi
Gertrude Ederle First gal swims English Channel Now that’s a mermaid!
Record-breaking Yank 1926 Mermaid Trudy Ederle connie rose
Mermaids seen on rocks by lost sailors’ dreaming love. Wanting shore-leave soon. Sue Anderson
Between cold grey waves a woman's arm, face, long hair a shimmering tail. Roxie
She had that odd dream again - running on the grass. Could it mean something? Roxie
Besotted men bring gifts to win her sweet favors - But - a bicycle? Roxie
Lured by their haunting Love songs, the sailors followed To their tragic death Jean S. Willoughby
The statue in the Harbour that welcomes tourists To Copenhagen Jean S. Willoughby
siren of the deep a narwhal or unicorn mermaid in the sea Mary Di
Denmark’s Littlest By Hans Christian Andersen A distant cousin Ford Andersen Willoughby
They personify The open spirit that tempts Mankind’s desires. Ford A. Willoughby
Silver tails flash, tease-- From high decks sailors look down Oh! playful mermaids. --Sue Anderson
The mermaid and the merhorse meet by the edge of the sea. She feeds him. BethieM
Red-tressed Ariel, loving her human too much, gains legs, loses sea. BethieM
A Childhood book fun Rapunzels of the deep sea Mermaids -- sailors’ dreams. Sue Anderson
Legless water sprite Queen of Neptune's water world Draws me to the sea. SWFR
I love the ocean. An imaginative thought living under it. Ruth Reno
New fashion statement! Skin-tight flippers and pink gills- Macy's special sale! Ruth Reno
Siberian lake Baikal, deepest in the world, no mermaids I fear. Ellen Mendoza
Mother, just to say I went swimming, on the bike, be back for breakfast. Ellen Mendoza
counterpart: merman: not Ethel but knows the scales, sea creature with tales! Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Dolphins, manatees, porpoises imagined as mermaids! Mad sailors! Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Manatee mistook for mermaid? Have you seen one? Near-sighted sailors! Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
The following are submissions for the past challenge "school":
New schedules to keep Yellow bus, lunch pails, Books, friends and teachers. --SWFR
President’s challenge To each American child “Go to and through School” -- Jean S. Willoughby
A pencil box filled with sweet memories gone by, Open to the heart. --Moma
Life’s school, birth till death. kindergarten was a blast! Old age came too soon. --Sue Anderson
School days school days…the Golden rule days…don’t forget The hickory stick --Ford A. Willoughby
The structured learning In a building that has been Designed to teach us --Ford A. Willoughby
Between joy and pain I utilize my school time To experience --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Many memories, as a student and teacher, learning face to face --Ruth Reno
Formal, within walls, we delve into the secrets that happen outside --Ruth Reno
Not around my neck! Gold nugget cross from Gramma, lost somewhere at school! --Ruth Reno
The Christmas pageant, when school work stopped for practice. I was Violet. --Ruth Reno
paper, pencil, tests when will it be my lunch time school is here again --Mary Di
chalk on a blackboard, symphony in retrospect, can't recall RECALL! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
I enjoyed my time Between spring and hot summer Why this winter schools? --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
At my grandma’s place No pressure to read or write Why school days start now? --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
School time once again It came around too quickly. I still want summer! --Ima Student
All the world’s a school All men and women teachers Life a big exam
--P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela , Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Temple of learning Key to our style of living Gateway to earning --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela , Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Pay your attention Learn everything in the school Experiment in life --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela , Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Kids hurry to school To learn, to play, to chat, dance To sing and to sleep --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela , Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Every parent’s heart Children’s eternal schoolroom Teachers free of cost --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela , Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Our life a big school Taught lessons at every stage Those who like to learn --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela , Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
School days is a daze. Students sit at desks focused on learning—maybe. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Summer done, school starts. After long hibernation, early to rise sucks.
I wish school would start a couple hours later. Need my beauty sleep. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
The following are submissions for the past challenge "Labor Day":
A battle each day Labor Day’s no exception For a jobless guy. --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Pete Seeger still sings “I’m sticking with the Union.” Such a grand old man. --Baxter T.
Tribute to people… Members of the National Work Force…God bless them. --Ford A. Willoughby
No labor today! Time off for relaxation, Last fling before school. --SWFR
We are all laborers Life, a bundle of labors Sweet, sour or bitter. --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Hail to the women You bear labor pain as earth God’s great creation. --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
It is delightful Painful journey of nine months Now became fruitful --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Expecting mother The contractions have begun Her day of labor --Ford A. Willoughby
A year of hard work And now for the sweet reward Some peace and quiet --Ford A. Willoughby
Sing and dance today How quickly time will pass by Tomorrow we work. --Jean S. Willoughby
Gather with your friends And enjoy today…for now… Forget tomorrow. --Jean S. Willoughby
Need the quiet time. Tho I really love my work, I know it can wait. --Jean S. Willoughby
After Labor Day the coastal town was quiet once upon a time --Ruth Reno
Pangs of recession Bites silence in all our hearts Even on this day --R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Summer is over lay out the clothes for school, bathe, wash away the sand
the family gathers for long weekend and fun times saluting summer --Ruth Reno
Baby born, Oh My! Rewarded day of labor. Congratulations. --Sue Anderson
Snow on the mountain Restless bums gather their gear White powder is near. --Sue Anderson
Minimum wage job Yes, please, Mr. President, I would like health care. --Naomi
Sweating all the time I draw my hard salary To meet the both ends --R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
The end of summer Clean the gutters, Labor Day Wait for snow to fall.
Brown, gray, cloudy day Gold, Brown, trees –against blue sky And rain, Labor Day --Sue Anderson
Canada was first, America followed suit. Who remembers why? Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
It’s my day to rest- no work, sleep in, have some fun. No Labor at all! Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Labor Day came and I pushed out a sweet baby We are September. --MaryJean Williams
The following are submissions for the past challenge "dreams":
Oh, Don Quixote, you're not alone in your quest to follow your dreams! --Ruth Reno
To accomplish things Dream, desire, plan and act Get the life you want --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
tuscan afternoon glass of chianti and love dreaming perfect day --Mary Di
World without a war life without any despair what all we dream now --R Purushotham Rao
the door is open in the day and in the night dreams let my mind fly --Mary Di
A loverless life truly a flowerless plant we don’t prefer now --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
phantoms slip through day images symbols gliding treasures from the night --kris armetta
They are tangible as thoughts in my mind and I am with them --Ruth Reno
A means to explore To get better perspective Of our self and soul --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
To glance moon in morns and sun to rise there after we can't dream at all --R Purushotham Rao
A place I escape; visions and fancy made true protected by me --Ruth Reno
cloudless sky, moon high slip into sweet gentle sleep magical dreaming ... --Jeannine
I think it much fun to be an actor in life to make dreams happen! --Ruth Reno
Our dreams unifies The body, mind and spirit Discovers our self --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Rare or recurring Common or spiritual dreams Man lives in dream land --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Let us all dream of A brave tension-free new world A heaven on earth --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Thoughts and images Mingles with our emotions Makes you forget all --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Be a good dreamer Dream of your goals and future Achieve by hard work --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Fulfills our desires Keeps all our worries away Dreams mesmerize men --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur, A.P, India, www.heart-throbs.com
Everyone has them, we all pursue them, and hope one day they come true. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
A world in my head, ideal, picturesque, joyful. Not so when awake. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Dreams, way to escape from reality when life is filled with trouble. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
The following are submissions for the past challenge "procrastination":
Thought about writing Should have done it yesterday Darn! Deadline has passed -- Marcy
I should write today Better check my Facebook first I’ll write tomorrow -- Marcy
Procrastination Symptom of deeper problem Time for therapy -- Marcy
Procrastination Ironic that this topic Is one not put off -- Marcy
I will get it done… As soon as I get around To getting it done. --Ford A. Willoughby
Procrastination; It's your fault that I didn't Write this days ago. --Roberta Case
what to do today will wait and see what will be next week will be fine --Mary Di
Critical problems Clip our wings of decision Procrastination --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Lecturers in English, J.K.C.College, Guntur
webs dance from ceilings and dust settles like doilies while I sip my tea --Ruth Reno
I don’t want to write No no no Haiku. Is that Procrastination?
Sunday I could not Mon. Tues. no muse came, ha! more -- Procrastination. --Sue Anderson
A thief of our lives snatches away all delight procrastination --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Hey…don’t get upset… I did try to get it done… Give me some credit. --Ford A. Willoughby
She skips my presence expresses sheer aversion delayed heart messes --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Tackle dreaded chores. Get through them in a hurry, Save time for pleasures. --Roberta Case
sitting on the fence should I go or should I stay next week is still there --Mary Di
I pause and wonder: What if I make a blunder. I will wait a while. --Roberta Case
Procrastination is making me lazy, I may wait one more day. --Moma
So much fun to do Until the deadline sneaks up Work then wait again --MegY
I wish I could say, "I changed my eating habits." That will have to wait. --Ruth Reno
If the sun must wait for the moon to fade, than I will give myself time. --Ruth Reno
Planned to finish chores, but the sunshine and soft breeze said, “Procrastinate.” Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
I view my chores list. They can wait ‘til tomorrow. Procrastination. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
The following are submissions for the past challenge "beauty":
My mirror image is no beauty, but inside is a lovely soul. Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Beauty always fades. Mom’s way to make us feel good. Tell that to the boys! Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
Plastic surgeons work To create something that may Not exist within. --Jean S. Willoughby
Light rain…bright sunshine… Rainbow that is created. And my son is born. --Ford A. Willoughby
Laughter and tears shared, a reflection of beauty from family and friends. --Ruth Reno
Dark locks like huge clouds Silver lining in contrast A beautiful sight --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P, India www.heart-throbs.com
Just a mask to wear. Others actually see, How well we wear it -- Jean S. Willoughby
Don’t let the façade Fool you…be sure…look deeper For the true beauty. -- Jean S. Willoughby
“How do I love thee,” Said Elizabeth Browning. Poetic beauty. -- Ford A. Willoughby
Esther J. Williams A million dollar mermaid Beauty in Motion -- Ford A. Willoughby
Michelangelo’s “Madonna Tondo Doni” Beauty in Painting -- Ford A. Willoughby
Rainbow in the sky changing colors of the clouds feast me and my eyes --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
beauty is alive eternally living on in the heart's blossom --kris armetta
The morning sun rise the blooming flower garden define fine glory --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
deep shining onyx hooves running through the meadow horse named Black Beauty --Mary Di
greenery all round breathing spells from the tree tops makes life beautiful --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
A high maintenance to wear it on the outside. Nurture from inside. --Ruth Reno
flowers spread all scents blue sky resonates in cool spring , angel on earth --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
eyes of beholder, deep within the skin it goes, inner NOT outer. --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Beauty in nature Duty in life and living Makes the world happy --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P, India www.heart-throbs.com
Babies’ toothless smiles Sprinkles rainbow hues around Beauty feast to all --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P, India www.heart-throbs.com
Soft tender green shoots Sea of green waves on farm lands To watch a beauty --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P, India www.heart-throbs.com
After heavy rain Trees sprinkle raindrops from leaves Fresh beauty is seen --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P, India www.heart-throbs.com
Early in the morn Fresh breeze with serenity Bring beauty to mind --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6, A.P, India www.heart-throbs.com
The following are submissions for the past challenge "birthday":
The birthdays between twenty-one and sixty-five serve no good purpose. --Bethie M
Each year they seem to Appear sooner and my life Begins to fly by -- Jean S. Willoughby
Celebrate this day All in honor of your birth Give mom a big hug -- Jean S. Willoughby
Ah, your special day. You're fifty-two, but I am still at twenty-nine. --A. Liar
Celebrate my life! Decades have passed and I am worth every moment! --Ruth Reno
Why do our bodies age much faster than our souls. It just isn’t fair! --Rose Lefebvre
There was a “Big Bang”. Time…space…energy, began. Reality…born. --Ford A. Willoughby
Reaching spiritual Level of understanding Yes. “I am reborn.” --Ford A. Willoughby
try to be young, why love is all we need right now sun, shine on my day --Mary Di
cake, sun light, my thoughts sitting on the bank of time my birthday today --Mary Di
Let’s have a party… Balloons…hats…horns…pin the tail… You’re only young once. -- Jean S. Willoughby
As the years roll past my body keeps count, but my inner self stays young. --Bethie M
The poets ask, "What purpose love?" while nobody questions aging's worth. --Bethie M
Deep inside I feel like I’m only twenty five. So shut up body!! --Rose Lefebvre
I may be older but my inner self is young. Wish my body was! --Rose Lefebvre
birthday sixty-nine still spry, lips above water hallelujah life! --kris armetta
Age creeps up on us but somewhere "down deep" inside some things never change. --Ruth Reno
Candles presents cake Celebrate your beginning Too soon that day’s gone -- Sue Anderson
Obituary Life story, a paragraph Birthday to birth death. -- Sue Anderson
Celebrate birthday Know we mature, thrive then die Old me, wonders why? -- Sue Anderson
the first of august is not my birthday at all, haiku very much!
thanks for the email, but please remember: send me gifts in september! --jody
that day we emerged, some celebrate, others purge! still, it takes the CAKE! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submissions for the past challenge "wink":
That quick eyelid flick - unspoken intimate touch of conspiracy. --Roxie of the langourous afternoons
Mark the beginning Of a new relationship That can end as quick. --Ford A. Willoughby
After hard day's job The sun winks at and slips down to western ghats --R. Purushothamarao, GUNTUR, INDIA
My father’s dying Act conveyed to me his love And understanding --Ford A. Willoughby
oooooooooooh, a Blush, a Sigh started by that Bold Flutter of your Big Brown Eye! --kris armetta
Your secret and mine catch my drift, sweet little thing between you and me --Ruth Reno
assert your pink flirt, launch an eyeful of flutter, he'll melt like butter! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
love lorn and ship wrecked beloved dips in disgust My life winks in strips --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Deliberate act To communicate a thought That is unspoken --Ford A. Willoughby
He stared and his eyes scrolled my body up and down. His tribute--a wink. --Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City
The following are submissions for the past challenge "teenager":
Common sense dissolved. My words fly right through his ears. Teenagers test us! --Rose Lefebvre
“Why did you do that?” Puberty changed him so much. I think he’s possessed! --Rose Lefebvre
Uncomfortable Not old enough and too young Complex time of life --SWFR
Best years of our lives Promises lie ahead. Live It to the fullest. -- Jean S. Willoughby
thirteen through nineteen full of knowledge greater than all the rest of us! --Ruth Reno
IPods and tattoos, Blackberries, not for eating Fight to stay current! --Carolyn Ausborn
Pick up your room…now… Finish your school work…call home… I do love you…dear. -- Ford A. Willoughby
Boy-man, girl-woman, Shiny, stumbling wonder just Being, Becoming. --Nancy Zaffaro
Touch football, first love, Skinny dippin, and barefeet,.. We had so much fun. -- Jean S. Willoughby
So many choices Not so much, when I was young. New journeys await. --Carolyn Ausborn
standing at the site where the bridge and river meet some days reluctant --Mary Di
Do my pimples show? Will her family like me? And what will I say? -- Ford A. Willoughby
So misunderstood Youth acting out many roles Show authentic self. --Carolyn Ausborn
It's all about me. Discovery time. I wonder. Who am I? Please help. --Ruth Reno
Evolve to adult A time of greatest turmoil That we must pass through --Ford A. Willoughby
teenager tensions mount as a fountain gushes, adolescent rush! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
But, I don’t want to… Why cant I stay out later? Why don’t you grow up? --Jean S. Willoughby
bubbling teenage smiles as love and romance beat up youthtimes in a quake --R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Teenage is pager Faint feelings of youth in heart Pervades spring around --P.Gopichand&P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.College, Guntur-6; A.P.; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
The following are submissions for the past challenge "vacation":
I need an escape to a place far from this stress. Too bad I am broke. --Rose Lefebvr
On sandy beaches… Or long walks on wooded trails… My spirit renewed. -- Jean S. Willoughby
Freedom from all stress would be nice for a few days. Where’s the escape hatch? Rose Lefebvre, Oregon City, OR
white beach in my mind lapping waves and swaying palms meditation vacation --Mary Di
summer shiny days a ride on river waters makes holidays cool --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Pennsylvania... historic rolling green views: heartfelt reunion! -- Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
far from dust and din away from books and sad looks I enjoy wholly --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Dreams of travels past Transport me to many lands Without taking flight! --Carolyn
Riding or reading… On the “Road Not Taken”…I Enjoyed the time spent. --Jean S. Willoughby
Wish I could escape, See my family again. Tears of joy would flow. --Rose Lefebvre
What is vacation? Been too long, can’t remember! Can you relax then? --Rose Lefebvre
HELP! I need escape! Someone come to my rescue! Take me away, PLEASE!! --Rose Lefebvre of Oregon City, OR
We set aside time… We make diligent plans…then Relax and enjoy. --Ford A. Willoughby
I have all this time… One million plus seconds…what To do, what to do. --Ford A. Willoughby
Clock, passport, cell phone, Money, tickets, and schedule… Do we have it all? --Ford A. Willoughby
The house needs cleaning… The garden needs weeding…I Need a vacation. --Jean S. Willoughby
Bones crave vacation Trees shed leaves in vacation Thoughts no vacation --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.C; Guntur;A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
All our near and dear Clamour to spend vacation In nature's resorts --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.C; Guntur;A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Stones in vacation Attract us to scale and camp Life longs to be there --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.C; Guntur;A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Mounts , rivers ,valleys Beckons to bestow solace From the mad rush here --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.C; Guntur;A.P; India www.Heart-Throbs.com
After a hard job sun walks down beyond the hills to feel vacation --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
sun, rain, muggy, hot! no cooking no cleaning, wait... still must read menu --jeannine
A vision away Intermission, R and R Soon to be enjoyed. --SWFR
On all summer ways day times crawl and nights vacate in short joyful tints --R. Purushothamarao, GUNTUR, INDIA
No more vacation Work through out, Life more precious Death- big vacation --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English, J.K.C.C, Guntur, A.P.India www.Heart-Throbs.com
The following are submissions for the past challenge Michael Jackson:
From dizzying heights the long, tragic fall from grace. The music remains. --Baxter T.
We watched Motown show, SHOUTED at that first moonwalk! Lord, that man could dance. --Naomi
a sweet little boy on poster above my bed so much talent gone --Nancy Zaffaro
Oh! This is Thriller! All the sad men in orange had reason to dance. --Naomi
First at "Beat Boxing," Iconic Music Maker MJ's Moon Walk lives! --Carolyn Ausborn
He helped so many; charity part of his life. Honor his goodness.
With rose-colored lens I see the best in others. I view his good deeds. ~Rose Lefebvre~
the man of mirror never sleeps in deep silence resounds in our heart --R.Purushothamarao, GUNTUR, INDIA
Hopelessness and pain… Hectic struggle for glory… All gone in a flash. --Jean S. Willoughby
Enjoying music… Blind to his odd behavior… We applauded him. -- Jean S. Willoughby
The bubbling fountain… He drank the tempting waters, And he died of thirst -- Jean S. Willoughby
Night blooming cereus… Its fragrant beauty gone…now, Hangs limp and wilted. --Ford A. Willoughby
Who were his true fans… That drove him to burn candles At both ends…were we? --Ford A. Willoughby
Moonwalk, silver glove, no longer danced or worn 'cept in minds of many. --Moma
A life incomplete Memories, moonwalks, madness, Good-bye King of Pop --SWFR
Music is divine king of pop visits heaven his fans went insane --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Little boy lost, dance! Change everything, still, dance! sing! Alone, you still died. --Erika Allen
Thriller," that was you! Our world won't be the same now Without our MJ --kris armetta
Take him or leave him I never cared for his style He was hype and noise.
A lot of talent? His taste for passion killed him I feel sad for him
He was a Moonwalk--- On stage, he grabbed the center Time took his comeback. --Sue Anderson
I never liked you But I thought you were just great Strange and beautiful --kris armetta
the strings go awry pop music is worrying jack is now no more --R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
The following are submissions for the past challenge "Solstice":
Let’s all celebrate the longest day of the year Party at my house! -- Barbeque Bill
In June we played late hiding in blue dusk, waiting for Ally-in-free. --Ellen Mendoza
The year’s longest day. So sad to see the days shorten after the solstice. --Summer Lover
Now we plant the seeds Trusting in nature to bring Us its rich rewards -- Jean S. Willoughby
Poles tilt maximum Sun over earth’s equator The season’s marker --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.C.,Guntur-6 A.P., India, festivalpoetry@yahoo.com
Midsummer frolic is three days away! Oh, Will, you captured it best! --Ruth Reno
My springtime is gone… Life’s been grand…I look forward To a rich winter. --Ford A. Willoughby
Time to plant the seeds And prepare for the harvest… With its rich bounty. --Ford A. Willoughby
Mother Nature’s sign… To herald the start of and End of a season --Ford A. Willoughby
Fern under porch, lights with long rays of evening sun, frond frowns turn bright smiles. --Ellen Mendoza
Electric denies Solar powered urge to sing, Light sky makes music. --Ellen Mendoza
hopes at far off place shorter time to reach the goal GOD alone to help --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
seasons sing more tunes the autumn alone resists summer takes sole sheen --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Sun’s two extreme points Summer and Winter solstice Unique days of year --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.C.,Guntur-6 A.P., India, festivalpoetry@yahoo.com
Year’s two precious days Longest and shortest of all Lo! The Sun stands still! --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, Dept of English; J.K.C.C.,Guntur-6 A.P., India, festivalpoetry@yahoo.com
Faithful day it is So fateful remembrances Fortunate we are --R.Purushothmarao Guntur, India
longer so, to dream shorter stint to realize today's festive time --R.Purushothmarao Guntur, India
Ponder time passing Join hearts together, as one Rejoice life and death. --Sue Anderson
A longing need to be whole, to feel all of life. This we do with friends. --Sue Anderson
The following are submissions for the past challenge "Graduate":
Diploma given… The ceremony ended… The world awaits me. --Ford A. Willoughby
Walk across the stage, that long, last journey of youth before real life hits. --BethieM
A 10 year journey. Commencement is over now. My life starts anew! --Carolyn Ausborn
Learning never ends. Graduation celebrates a new beginning. --Ruth Reno
Finally finished -- Tomorrow I can sleep in The big world can wait. --Erika
“Mrs. Robinson You’re trying to seduce me,” said young Ben. "Aren't you?" --Movie Buff
So full of promise. They don’t know how young they are. Their whole lives ahead! --Wistful Mama
New accomplishment Gown, tassel, diploma, smile, Symbols of success. --SWFR
What course of study Beckons me to learn and grow? Not what I would choose. --R. Case
A trial is done. By surviving, I have won. Now I can move on. --R. Case
Metamorphosis Years of work have set me free Butterfly’s lament --Jean S Willoughby
Under piles of lei Her young accomplished face beams Diploma in hand --Erika
she walks with head high slowly across life's stages singing to her soul --Mary Di
dating just over she expects her beloved as post -graduate
without further steps how longer to wait for him lonely, all along --R. Purushothamarao, GUNTUR, INDIA
Tho my studies were Difficult…I realise Now…the hard work starts. --Ford A. Willoughby
june wedding june bug... give the cap and gown a tug, job market is snug! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Graduation time. Mortarboards fly as grads shout and hug once again. --BethieM
She carries her bag of hopes and dreams with an eye for the possible. --Ruth Reno
She's got to have pluck. The diploma doesn't make it happen. She does! --Ruth Reno
"Graduation, eh?" Grandma forks over a bill... "It's a pleasure, pal!" --kris armetta
She delivered smiles packed in joy and cool delight My love graduates --R. Purushothamarao, GUNTUR, India
The following are past submissions for the challenge “Father”:
A wink and a smile Reassurance bestowed then Proud of his children --SWFR
wearied sunglasses worn out old rubber sandals sing odes to my dad --R.Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Sons always careless Every father a son once Time old saying this --Gopichand and Nagasuseela, Lecturers in English, JKCCollege, India
hair white eyes weaker still handsome loving kind strong father how time flies --Mary Di
My dad is a part Of the Family unit. But Mom is the boss. --Ford A Willoughby
Father in heaven is there for me at all times, and I am needy. --Ruth Reno
My son’s leaving home. Like teaching him to ride bike, letting go is hard. --A Graduate’s Dad
Tap root of my life the spring tree of my career beloved father --R Purushotham Rao
hey dad, didja see? i got an b+ in math! well, it’s not an A. --erika
Disciplined soldier Dedicated voyager Devoted father --R. Purushothamarao, Guntur, India
Dad, Papa or Pa An authority figure Replica of love --Gopichand and Nagasuseela, Lecturers in English, JKCCollege, India
Knows about our needs Gives us his support throughout Soul of family --Gopichand and Nagasuseela, Lecturers in English, JKCCollege, India
Friend, guide and mentor Creator and protector All rolled into one --Gopichand and Nagasuseela, Lecturers in English, JKCCollege, India
Fathers doubt their sons They know the roads not taken Relations ships sails --Gopichand and Nagasuseela, Lecturers in English, JKCCollege, India
A boon from heavens blessing from a divine heart my father, smiles at --R.Purushothamarao--GUNTUR, INDIA
My screams hurt his head! Look, Dad! Is the spider dead? Father checks the bed! --Carolyn
A baby he was: A man he became to be; Deep within my heart. --Ford A Willoughby
Memories grow faint... As years rapidly pass by... But not forgotten. --Ford A Willoughby
The following are past submissions for the challenge “Money”:
Never extra cash? Enough is a great plenty. One doesn't need more. --Roberta
Can't buy happiness, But relief from suffering you can rent briefly. --Roxie, knitting warrior
A lifetime of work Naught saved for the end I am indeed poor --Ford A. Willoughby
Money makes, always many things, so uncommon but not humaneness --Purush, Guntur, India
Money: I need it Can I be happy with less I think I should be --Mary Di
The line behind waits. Thumbing through silver, copper -- I have seven cents! --Katie
evil root grows not, rainbow's end has lost its pot! cash in 14 "k"... --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
For boiling stomachs Coins are like fresh Summer rains Yielding some relief --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Indiawww.heart-throbs.com
Not growing on trees, That green stuff pays all my bills. Some one please print more!! --Carolyn Ausborn
How much is enough? Just a bit more than I have, so it always seems…. --Alan Thomas
Money makes the world go round. Love makes the heart spin. Life's a dizzy thing. --Roxie, knitting warrior
Money to many Soothing balm for poverty Contentment is rare --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, Indiawww.heart-throbs.com
The world goes around Filthy lucre surrounds us Breathe the healthy green --kris armetta
Local or Global Without you no life at all Omnipotent one --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Man lives in money By money and for money But not off money --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
To all rich and poor A driving force,source of joy, Sorrow, war or peace! --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Money--I want some Money--root of all evil But I'm no sinner. --Linda Appel
Cotton, linen bill The Treasury's work of art Wish I had this piece --Ruth Reno
Made for endurance, designed for security. Where is my money? --Ruth Reno
Paper, coins, plastic luxury, ease, happiness misery when gone --SWFR
The following are past submissions for the challenge "Twinkies':
Seven million years When the humans are all gone, The twinkies remain --anthony
I want a Twinkie Mom claims we don’t have any I am now upset. --Hallie Rose
Fun to eat Twinkies Joy to invent recipes Attracts every one --P.Gopichand&P.Nagasuseela , J.K.C.College, India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Treat with the Twinkies Tantalizing our taste buds Thanks to J. Dewar --P.Gopichand&P.Nagasuseela , J.K.C.College, India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
In the event of nuclear armageddon stock up on Twinkies. --John F.
Advertisers say “A diamond is forever.” They’re not. A Twinkie is. --Grace A.
Suspicious sponge cake "creme" instead of "cream" filling yet I love you so. --Suzie Squarepants
The following are submissions for the past challenge "Facebook":
New language, new scene Personal information Lurking on the "net." --SWFR
ego on a plate "I did, I saw, I like to..." don't make me regurgitate --kris armetta
Popularity A hundred plus Facebook friends Why am I alone? --Jenni
Give me face to face. Forget the technology. Stand right here by me! --Ruth Reno
Uh-oh. Friend request. I’d like to say “no”—but can’t. Old ghosts haunt Facebook. --Naomi
Didn’t need to know Niece “Partied too hard last night.” Thanks a lot, Facebook. --Auntie Helen
Communication High tech global messaging Which "mask" shall I wear! --Carolyn Ausborn
The following are submissions for the past challenge "mother":
Forgiving Mother kissed me when I said to her "I hate you, Mama!" --Ruth Reno
My encourager, Comforter, friend, confidant. Memory maker. --SWFR
enthusiastic curious and inventive beloved by me --Cay
Nurturing us all No favoritism shown Never ending love --Carolyn Ausborn
Sweet little woman "What will I do with my life?" she is still asking. --Ruth Reno
Lives life and nurtures us to dream and reach beyond the ordinary --Ruth Reno
I am a mother My son lives miles away -My mind dreams of him
He has wife, life job I miss his broad-shouldered hugs His happy, "Mommy!" --Sue Anderson kisses on owies, cupcakes, cookies, apron strings, roses, tulips, MOM!! --Jeannine B
yelled at mean teachers punished my big mean sister, soap in her mouth, yea!! --Jeannine B
tumor in my head researched good treatment for me saved my life. thanks mom! --Jeannine B
best job in the world my heart can’t hold all the love I feel, my sweet kids. --Jeannine B
david and linda you gave me the greatest gift being your mother --Jeannine B
The following are submissions for the past challenge "exercise":
"Exercise," said Doc "Live longer." Calisthenics make it seem so, yes? --BethieM
Push ups, two to go. Rest and eat a candy bar Enough for one day. --Moma
Walk. Breathe in. Breathe out. Up the hill. Around the bend. Every morning. Walk! -- Ruth Reno
Stepping on the scales, precursor to stepping up and down and up and .... --BethieM
Season your body with aerobics and gym pack to be fit in life --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College,, India
One, two, three, four---stretch, then bend and reach for the floor. Exercise pains me. --Rose Lefebvre you stretch, breathe, heave, wretch... all to tone and tighten bod... abs, bicep and quad! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submissions for the past challenge "sushi":
Algae, mollusks, fish Together in a small space: Tidepool on my plate. -- Esther
It has tentacles! Too late I learn that “tako” means poached octopus. --Hamburger Mary
Sushi comes to you riding on conveyer belt. What food is more fun? --John F
Chopsticks hold raw fish Coordination required New taste delivered. --SWFR
Want to taste sushi Alone with my beloved friend At Japanese port --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India ww.Heart-Throbs.com
Ugh, I touch it not Shellfish does not like me much What fish is Sushi?
My allergy came glacosomine --blotchy, hives Dainty fish. I fear --Sue Anderson
Sushi ooshi eew! Raw fish! Could there be little things hiding in it? --Ruth Reno
California Roll! Salty seaweed wraps around fresh veggies. Great snack! --Ruth Reno
conveyor belt brings colorful sushi choices right to my fingers. --Ruth Reno
Color of the plates determines price. Be careful: they add up quickly! --Mark Davis
tasty bits of fish wrapped in seasoned rice ah so delicious sushi --kris armetta
Fun and fantasy In finding colour and taste Amazing sushi --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India ww.Heart-Throbs.com
Oh! Japanese food! How memorable your sight! Hail to you sushi! --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India ww.Heart-Throbs.com
The following are submissions for the past challenge "The Beatles":
John, Paul, Ringo, George Had it right so long ago: All you need is love. --Ruby
Four from Liverpool on the Ed Sullivan show Beatlemania!!! --Naomi
Penny Lane, great tune Lucy’s diamond bright sky Memories, gone by
My son’s first passion The guitar, the group-- jam in’ all you need is love
John Lennon's demise No one understood the why? Strange, untimely loss --Sue Anderson
John, Paul, George, Ringo Four British bright boys’ live tunes Made world sing and dance --P. Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Mesmerized the world With their magical music Eternal their tunes --P. Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Touchstone in music The Beatles discography Young and old enjoy --P. Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Beatles from sixties Source of bliss and happiness Symphony of wealth. --P. Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India www.Heart-Throbs.com
“Silly Love Songs” and “Strawberry Fields Forever”; music for sweet youth. -- Roxanna Matthews, sannasbag.blogspot.com
Eleanor Rigby Walking through strawberry fields Can you imagine? --Moma
Some say they are bugs! But what do they really know? Musical legends! --Carolyn Ausborn
Haiku ku ku ku, Where have you been all my life? P.S. I love you! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Shiny bug heralds for my garden. Hear that song? "Oh Please, please weed me." --MaryJean Harris Williams
Very British boys Making music wild and new Voice, guitar, strum, joy. --SWFR
john hats, beatle boots, she loves you ya ya. hey jude! George, Paul, Ringo, loves!! --Jeannine
I bop to the beat singing along with the four shaggy-haired Beatles.
“That is not music,” my father exclaims loudly, “It will warp your mind.”
I swoon over Paul, my sister preferred Ringo. We memorize songs.
Then one day I catch my father humming a tune- ‘twas a Beatles song! --Rose Lefebvre (yea, yea, yea!)
She loves you, yeah, yeah But not the early songs, no Abbey Road for me
At my funeral Maxwell's Silver Hammer, yes I will be watching --Susan Landis-Steward, www.northwestindexing.com
Yellow submarine A very fun song to sing All day and all night. --Hallie Rose
The following are submissions for the past challenge "cats":
We own no felines But who really owns a cat? The can, Fancy Feast.
Quietly he waits He belongs to the neighbors Tucker is his name
Begging is his game Ev’ry morn, he’s at our pane Like a licking flame
Friend, Fluffo comes too He saves half the feast for her In the chair, she waits
Another cat, Skank We chase away from the yard Two to feed, enough! -- Sue Anderson
I love my pet cat For it shows genuine love unlike fellow men --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College;India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Unmistakable sound of hairball in the night. In morn, wear slippers. --Ruby
Fat cats on roof tops Circus feats perform with ease Brings delight to all --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College;India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Cats in ladies laps Like butterflies on flowers Settled silently --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College;India www.Heart-Throbs.com
Silky silent cats Bring lustre to fair ladies In every season --P.Gopichand &P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College;Indiawww.Heart-Throbs.com
cross-eyed gift giver sleek fetcher, fluffy hisser our house full of cats --Cay Kit, curl on my lap. I will comb your long, fine hair while you hum to me. --Ruth Reno
Sol was a Sollie birthing kittens in the wall. Here kitty, kitty. --Ruth Reno
No windows or doors invite cats hissing, screeching through unfinished house. --Ruth Reno
Meow, meow, me- Ow! Is it food you want or only attention? --Moma
Furry and purring Independent self indulged Catches lots of mice --SWFR
Her eyes follow me, tail twitches, haunches tighten. Ouch! My ankle bleeds. --Rose Lefebvre
Little paws knead me, soothing purrs lull me to sleep. OUCH! Paw claws wake me. --Rose Lefebvre
Queen of the manor, she permits me to stroke her, her throne my warm lap. --Rose Lefebvre
Ebony bundle asking for hugs and kisses. Feline love is sweet. --Rose Lefebvre
Calico colored she cuddles upon my lap. Purrs pulsate my heart. --Rose Lefebvre
Like a wound-up toy, she pounces, sprints, darts high-speed. Then, spent, she slumbers. --Rose Lefebvre
Beautiful feline Licking my hand, tasting me Don't you dare bite me --Susan Landis-Steward, www.northwestindexing.com
Purrings, Paws and Poop! Pungent Litter Box to Scoop! DRATS! Furry Felines! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Big little lion Puff out your ruff and glower Claws ready? AND Pounce! --kris armetta
The following are submissions for the past challenge "spring":
Oh, treacherous Spring! Look at my bright daffodils standing in new snow. --Maggie Mae
Male frogs call females. Sing “Are You Lonesome Tonight?” They’d do Elvis proud. --Naomi
Finished mowing grass Now to write Spring Haiku—wait! Time to mow again. --Baxter TateCool lake inviting
Cool lake inviting To treasure all my sorrows with white lotus weed --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Pussywillow fluff sitting on my porch flooring like new eiderdown --Jenny
Jet white clothes worn out Decked in new lush green designs For Spring festival --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, ,J.K.C.College, India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Birds chirping on trees Concert for cosmic marriage Smiles spring everywhere --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, ,J.K.C.College, India, www.Heart-Throbs.com
Earth Awakening! The birds call us to listen as the ground unfolds. --Ruth Reno
Relax, breathe deeply At last spring is in the air Sunny days ahead --Ruby
Fresh scents welcome me Birds give chase within the trees. Spring is in the air! --Rose Lefebvre
Camera in hand seeking seasonal splendor ignoring people. --Rose Lefebvre
The following are submissions for the past challenge "financial bailout":
We've blown our country Chasing the fantastic dream Rainbows aren't basic --Sue Anderson
See the stock market Roulette for the rich and poor Run by the greedy --Sue Anderson
How great thou are not Wall Street, Vegas, casino high roll, earthquaking ----bad loss --Sue Anderson
The money is gone Greed on the innocent ones Way off, happy end --Sue Anderson
We spend the money To make money, more money my brain can't compute --Sue Anderson
Rise in share market cries my heart to bare savings to face bold bailout --Gopichand and nagasuseela, Jkccollege, Guntur- India
Stocks, software, finance! life revolves round dues, rallies hikes and recessions!! --Gopichand and nagasuseela, Jkccollege, Guntur- India
Bulls and bears rule us clues pull us to invest full glues to recession --Gopichand and nagasuseela, Jkccollege, Guntur- India
Gather all the pails, Scoop up the green backs before they go to the fish. --Moma
what how who where when -- accountability NOW! --you can bank on it! -- Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Financial bailout: I not scuttle boat. Still I need to bail. This stinks. --Roxie Deadpossumlazy
Hopes crushed by the sight recession snake bit us hard oh financial death! --gopichand and nagasuseela, lecturers in English, JKCCollege guntur-6 India
Balance MY accounts Help "MAIN STREET" then CEO's Now that's a BAILOUT! --Ruth Reno
Spa, Massage, Bonus and retreat to think about spending the money! --Ruth Reno
Young man's stale career Fake hikes, financial bail outs A sea-saw struggle --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
In East or in West people talk with great unrest means to fight bail out --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
money, money, dough money money no more dough bye home, bye car....broke! --jeannine bassi
The name sounds so safe: "mortgage-backed securities" actually not -- Cay Borduin, back-seat economist
checking the mailbox love letter from citicorp? nope. no bailout here -- Janna Banana
Financial flush out Tides of recession drowned us Financial bail out --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
The following are submissions for the past challenge "Library":
Overdue books will be collected by Conan the Librarian. --Roxie toosilly
Search for ancestors- tomes hold family stories. Library treasures. --Rose Lefebvre
Humming as I read, seeking family ancestors. she scowls and says HUSH. --Rose Lefebvre
don't be contrary head down to the library book deli? VERY! --kris armetta
I fall and can’t rise I look for strength in reading My help -------library --Sue Anderson
I see people there Browse music, news, read aloud books Sometimes find a friend --Sue Anderson
Good library mine Sweet as bee hive boosts knowledge Spreads glow all around --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Come to treasure land Swim in oceans of learning Library new world --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Visit far and near. Special building full of books Addicting journey. --SWFR
Distinctive scents rise Among rows of well-worn books Friendly, safe, secure. --Moma Escriva
Come to library Wander in realms of knowledge Grow rich by learning --P.Gopichnad & P.Nagasuseela J.K.C.College, India
Groping in the dark Good library shows you light Books for better looks --P.Gopichnad & P.Nagasuseela J.K.C.College, India
Easily lost there cloistered in pages of life told by another --Ruth Reno
Shelves upon book shelves holding secrets for readers reaching beyond dust --Ruth Reno
Going anywhere without stepping from this room The magic of books! --Ruth Reno
Patee Library erotic memories shelved studies knee to knee! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submissions for the past challenge "Spam":
We used to eat it. Now we must delete it. Spam's Still Spam, whatever! --Moma Escriva
Teriyaki, plain, barbecue and pineapple - Hawaii's favorite. --Roxie M, crone in training, sannasbag.blogspot.com
Affordable meat substitute for ham on toast slick, salty, fried spam! --Ruth Reno
Mama remembers war rations become our food fried spam for our fam --Ruth Reno
ATTENTION NEEDED Permanently Enlarge Your Heating Bills TODAY! --from the Inbox of Cay Borduin
snout, tail, toes and feet are what's in this squishy meat fried, baked, boiled or raw!!! --jeannine
Hail to thee e-mail Male or female have their mail Safe with spam guard on --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India. www.Heart-Throbs.com
I ran up and down Like bee from flower to hive Fell on bed with spam --P.Gopichand & P.Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India. www.Heart-Throbs.com
Unwelcome email Or canned, pink mystery meat? Mysterious spam -- Esther Howard
spam, quick and tasty my mom made it with ketchup brown sugar and love --kris Armetta
pops UP on the screen, salty nuisance in a can - anti-viral, please.... -- Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submissions for the past challenge "clowns":
Big smile on his face, blue painted tears edge his eyes- a contradiction. --Rose Lefebvre
A jester of sorts with painted white face make up comic performers --Nancilee Baker
Some clowns are smiling Some are sad. But the best ones Are those that we know. --Moma E
saddest little clown did a cartwheel just for me the heart goes flip-flop --Janna Bananna
Funny, quick, painted stepped between my son and bull. Thanks, rodeo clown! --Ruth Reno
Clowns are too scary Big red nose and feet, EVIL Would rather see the dentist. --Erika Allen
We drown our sorrows As peals of laughter arise Out of magic clowns --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Clowns Clowns everywhere We dare not call ourselves clowns But we laugh at clowns. --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Welcome clowns on stage As Summer rains console us Clowns bring peace and joy --P. Gopichand & P. Nagasuseela, J.K.C.College, India
Sad eyes, turned down mouth white face, cherry cheeks, big shoes tickle our senses --Ruth Reno
You make me laugh, clown! Bright colors, silly antics No time to think sad. --Ruth Reno greasy pancake roars, painted laughter fills the pores, crowd's never silent! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
smiles on outside painted face hiding the tears those are sad clowns!! FAKES!!!!! --jeannine
greasepaint on faces! too many, smashed in small cars, clowns drive anyway! --jeannine
No human affect White faces, weird shoes. Clowns scare the s**t out of me --Cay
harlequin ruffles bright colors and baggie pants shoes big! nose so red! --jeannine
The following are submissions for the past challenge "fortune cookie":
Your fortune awaits In a half moon treat cookie. Read it and eat it. --Moma Escriva
From a future fate To lottery numbers, Fortune Better than cookie. --Nancy Z
barely sweet cooky much better than fortune note Chinese food worth it! --Ruth Reno
Some fortunes are true "You love Chinese food" Well, duh! Gung Hay Fat Choy! Yay! -- Susan L-S
No fortune cookies? What? How can that be? No, ma'am, Not Chinese at all -- Susan L-S
white slip of paper crunchy cookie with power what will I become? --MegY
fortune hidden here folded in your crispy disc confucian sugar --kris Armetta, "Armetta Sings"
your server named Lee presents a folded message with NO m-s-g ! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submissions for the past challenge "coffee":
Two-shot, soy latte: performance enhancing drug with cinnamon dust -- Esther Howard
Cool winter sunrise, Body goes though brain still sleeps The cup warms my hand. --Anahk
The smell, the steam. The Blackness, the burn. Welcome the new day with a smile. --Nancy Z.
aromatic bean which smells better than it tastes grinds for garden though --Ruth Reno
Peets over Starbucks its what my husband prefers beans fresh, brewed hot, strong --Ruth Reno
Dutch Bros. and Starbucks serve coffee all through the day Beans for everyone. --MegY
Mug of blended beans wake me up to start the day. Got to have my fix. --MegY
Beans ground, brewed and served Caffeine, sugar, flavored cream Morning energy. --MegY
Buy the coffee beans Grind them up so fine, but why? Starbucks is so near. --MegY
You can keep your string, your jelly, your baked and soy, I need coffee beans! --Pegan
Back, you Black Devil! Don’t tempt me into Starbucks! Signed, “Extra Cream, Please” --kris armetta
that bean makes me mean, while decaf is so serene... got to have JAVA! --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
The following are submission for the past challenge "blue jeans":
Blue jeans lauded by Led Z and Keith. Who sings of polyester knit? --Elisabeth Miles
My favorite friend So many stories to tell Pockets of secrets --Barb
zipping up blue jeans between child, mom, and grandma the age gap closes -- Janna Banana
Chronically depressed? It’s your mother’s fault (of course.) She gave you blue genes. --Roxanna Matthews, domesticated goddess and warrior knitter
New blue jeans, so stiff and dark, without frays or tears. When will they be mine? --Elisabeth Miles
Blue jeans in closets Ragged, torn or price tag new A fit place for all. --Moma Escriva
worn, wispy, wrinkled blue black bleached brown borrowed bell zipper button, stretch!! --Jeannine Bassi
faded fitted faves, piled denim in closet, showcased butt gets raves! Jay Miller - Ft Lauderdale
Shredded and faded Aren’t they quite the teen’s delight? Still, time to dispose. --Carolyn Ausborn
They were embroidered lovingly by my own hands. My treasured blue jeans! --Rose Lefebvre
She had to lie down to zip up those tight blue jeans. I did it standing! --Rose Lefebvre
The following are submission for the past challenge "UFO":
Silver disk hovers, Intergalactic goodwill Or war with ray guns? --Ellen Mendoza
Unidentified flying object in the sky- pass by this planet. --Rose Lefebvre
UFOs out there would be smart to pass us by. There’s greener pastures. --Rose Lefebvre
An Unfortunate Flying Object fell and crashed. Secret autopsy. (===) Rose Lefebvre / / \\
UFO hidden in Area 59. Why won’t they tell us? (**) Rose Lefebvre
Strange lights in the sky Beings from another world Looking down on us --Heather "SunnyHanna"
flat shining discus which starland have you come from? who needs to see you? --kris Armetta
U ask what I C -- F U want 2 know I tell O well, what the hell --Jay Miller, Ft Lauderdale
What is this, looking forlorn in my knitting stash? Un-Finished Object --Roxanna Matthews
it's not subversive it's universive (very) calling all planets... --kris armetta
The following are submissions from the past challenge "cell phone":
Pocket full of fun Someone I like calling me Tickling my thigh -- Marcy Andersen Krieske
You’ve reached my pocket Leave a message at the beep My pants will call back -- Marcy Andersen Krieske
Dig dig dig dig dig Bottomless pit of a purse- Curse you, ringing phone! -- Marcy Andersen Krieske
Jingle bell ring tone Dance on my very last nerve Splat against a wall -- Marcy Andersen Krieske
Oh my Verizon What would I do without you My love is so true -- Marcy Andersen Krieske
Call asap Luv u tlk 2 u l8tr C u soon 4 lunch -- Marcy Andersen Krieske
lives around my neck a little slick appendage bleak life without it --Angie Hughes
Whatever happen’d to “Ring, Ring?” Now we must hear hip hop and hard rock. --Elisabeth Miles
Thumbs flying, we txt: Hw r u? Im fn. Wzup? C u l8r. K? --Elisabeth Miles
Oh, the choices: Flip or slide, smart or not, color? GPS? For phones? --Elisabeth Miles
Radio waves fill My car, my home and my world. Please spare me my head. --MaryJean Harris Williams
Gypsies, tramps and thieves Must be a friend calling me Kids have other tones --Susan Landis-Steward, www.northwestindexing.com
stalling traffic swells in cell phone hell cell phone hell -- ought to be a law! --Jay M. Miller, Ft Lauderdale
Music is playing from the pocket of my purse. I detest cell phones. --Rose Lefebvre
Submissions for past challenge "dentist":
Ow—my jaw, my jaw! How many fingers have you Jammed into my mouth? --Nannette Vilushis
Eyes open, teeth clenched Fingers grip the dentist chair Oh! just x-rays. Whew! --Moma Escriva
The hygienist asks, "How are you today?" Reply: "Ary agh, ack oo." --Esther Howard
Sugar Babies! Mmmm! My dentist would be angry! Let’s keep it secret!! --Rose Lefebvre
Away from the world In your quiet cozy chair I open up, AAAHHHHHHHHH --Kris Armetta
Pearly whites, my teeth, for the dentist recommends toothpaste and white strips. --Ruth Reno
eew owie eek spit sore jaw, sore mouth, all this for new floss? new toothbrush? --Jeannine Bassi
Recline, mouth ajar Cleaning, picking, flossing—whew Good for six more months --Nancilee Baker
Shivers down my spine, Nervous waiting for dentist. Does my breath smell bad? :^)Rose Lefebvre
He draws near to me, a fearsome gadget in hand. I dread the dentist! :^o Rose Lefebvre
Mask hiding his face, He approaches, tool in hand. “Do you floss each day?” :^DRose Lefebvre
I lay here helpless. He nears, hidden behind mask. “Open wide,” he says. :^O Rose Lefebvre
Submissions for past challenge "alarm clock":
Ugh, one eye open alarm clock says “And they’re off!” race starts pre-coffee --Marcy Anderson Krieske
I will outsmart you by waking up before you and turning you off! --Ruth Reno
Give me music, please, not the R I N G that shakes my brain! Let me wake gently. --Ruth Reno
Sweet travels on clouds Then cacophony of dread Stinking alarm clock! --Marcy Anderson Krieske
Innocent alarm It’s only doing its job Kill the messenger --Marcy Anderson Krieske
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