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Smoke, snort, shoot, drop, drink -
Seeking a reality
Besides the real one.

Added by Jami Ward on August 22, 2010 at 11:00pm — 3 Comments

Stranger then fiction redux

I used to own some birds. I had two at the time of this "star" sighting. Birds are prone to getting colds. My cockatiel Turkey ,named so due to being hatched on Thanksgiving,. was looking under the weather. I called the vet at The Cat Hospital ( I know! it sounds crazy) and he said to bring Turkey in. So I boxed the bird up and handed the box to my daughter and away we went to the vet. We are greeted as usual by cats purring on our leg and a friendly receptionist taking our info. I alway love… Continue

Added by Ericka Gray on August 22, 2010 at 3:15pm — 2 Comments

WCWC #3-My Favorite Musician

My favorite musician writes her own music. Her voice is beyond compare and with quite the range. The songs she composes inspire me. They speak of love, dreams, heartaches, family, & truth. Sometimes they're upbeat, making me want to dance around the room. Other times they're slow, leaving me to reflect quietly upon their messages.



Added by Carissa Galow on August 22, 2010 at 1:30pm — 4 Comments

Stranger then fiction

One Christmas season I was out shopping for presents at Kmart. I had my youngest daughter who was one year old at the time sitting in the shopping cart while I dug through a bunch of sweatshirts trying to find the perfect Eagles sweats for my son when I feel someone behind me. You all know the feeling of someone watching you and it's a little too close. The feeling when you want to turn around and tell whoever it is that they are in your bubble. As I turn around I come face to face with Richard… Continue

Added by Ericka Gray on August 22, 2010 at 11:17am — 5 Comments

'Dead Horses' copyright 2010 by Rick Reiley

'Dead Horses' copyright 2010 by Rick Reiley





You can beat a dead horse

But he won't come to life

He won't even squirm or squeal

You'll just make the neighbors mad

Over a horse that…

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Added by Rick Reiley on August 21, 2010 at 9:47pm — 3 Comments

The time I met Robin Yount

So, now that I'm home....it appears I have a lot to catch up on. So, I apologize if it appears I am posting too much. :P





In response to the Creative Challenges group I joined, here I go starting with the most recent challenge and working backwards. :)



In 1999, I believe it was, Robin Yount was at Milwaukee County Stadium to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. I worked there, but I have to admit that I was not the biggest fan of baseball. Okay, it would be totally fair… Continue

Added by Carissa Galow on August 21, 2010 at 8:19pm — 2 Comments

I hate being grown up.I wish to go back and be blissfully ignorant.

I hate being grown up.
I wish to go back and be blissfully ignorant.
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Added by Ericka Gray on August 21, 2010 at 6:39pm — 6 Comments

WCWC # 5: A Baldwin Brother?

My little sister Melissa and I adore Bob Dylan. So, when we heard he was touring the country’s baseball parks our attendance was guaranteed. Dylan scheduled a show in Oklahoma City, and Willie Nelson was set to open for him.





We arrived at the venue early. Early enough to place our little blanket right smack in front of the stage. Unfortunately, we had grossly underestimated the enthusiasm of Willie’s Groupies. So, after being stepped on, elbowed and cursed at, we determined to… Continue

Added by Faith Phillips on August 21, 2010 at 6:00pm — 4 Comments

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Hell's front entryway -
Bright relentless searing heat.
Texas in August.

Added by Jami Ward on August 21, 2010 at 5:46pm — 2 Comments

What I Learned

So as many of you have read/heard, though some of you have not heard, I was recently in jail for an old unpaid OWI fine. Let me tell you, it was one heck of an experience. I learned A LOT while there. I also met some really cool people too. Though, I'd say that the overall experience was NOT a fun one. I was able to spend a lot of time thinking and able to put much into perspective. I realized more than ever just how much I took for granted before. I also got a lot closer to God. My… Continue

Added by Carissa Galow on August 21, 2010 at 5:08pm — 12 Comments

'Untitled Observation' copyrioght 2010 by Rick Reiley

Written about no one in particular. If you know her send her a get well card....





The window to her soul

Was shuttered tight and barred

Windows can be dangerous things

What you see can leave you scarred…

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Added by Rick Reiley on August 21, 2010 at 1:17pm — 4 Comments

'Envy' copyright 2010 by Rick Reiley

'Envy'

copyright 2010 by Rick Reiley

Does a sweet pea envy the black eyed

Does white rice envy the wild

Does a grub worm envy the jackass

Does the old man envy the child…

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Added by Rick Reiley on August 21, 2010 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment

Mrs O'Dell copyright 2010 by Rick Reiley





'Mrs. O'Dell'

copyright 2010 by Rick Reiley…



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Added by Rick Reiley on August 21, 2010 at 12:41pm — No Comments

Doom Plumes by Susan Herrick



Susan Herrick is a singer songwriter who has performed at Wiffledust, and someone I respect immensely. We were talking about the gulf this morning, and she spontaneously wrote this....I think it's brilliant and asked her if I could repost it. She said yes. Here it is:





doom plumes

still VAROOM

underneath the sea -

earth's womb

methane, carbons…

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Added by wiffledust on August 21, 2010 at 11:09am — 1 Comment

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What the hell is up?
I can tell you it's not me.
I'm glued to the couch.

Added by Jami Ward on August 20, 2010 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment

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Foamy white above,
Bubbly liquid gold below.
This beer gives good head.

Added by Jami Ward on August 19, 2010 at 11:04pm — 3 Comments

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Strange things happen here,
Like noises that don't belong
To this world. Hi, Mom!

Added by Jami Ward on August 18, 2010 at 11:30pm — 3 Comments

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The trees have tresses;
A curtain outside my door.
Cascading ivy.

Added by Jami Ward on August 17, 2010 at 11:23pm — 1 Comment

Neil Young, Ryman Auditorium, June 2nd, 2010

A burning, bright day retreated suddenly at the advance of a summer

squall in Nashville last Wednesday. Threatening skies churned out a

torrent of rain, pouring down in sheets on the downtown area. Outside

the Ryman Auditorium, an unsuspecting crowd scattered in all

directions, seeking shelter beneath the awning of a parking garage and

nearby buildings. For a brief moment, the streams washing down 4th

Avenue were… Continue

Added by Faith Phillips on August 17, 2010 at 10:00pm — 5 Comments

Classic Vinyl







TheDoors-morrisonhotel.jpg Cover of Album of self-same name image by BobbyStClaire




“Are you telling me those albums I sold for practically nothing at a garage sale several years back are now worth something? Dang, I knew I should have hung onto those.” This was a recent conversation I had with a dear… Continue

Added by Dorraine Darden on August 17, 2010 at 12:18am — 2 Comments

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