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MS's avatar

My favorite two stanzas: "It's a dark get-up-and-go" and "difficulties called people."

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Mike Hampton's avatar

I accept mutual understanding :)

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The Word Herder's avatar

I like 'em, too.

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The Word Herder's avatar

Too old for you, but sure would be fun to have a coupla brews and play some pool.

Damn, it's been a long time! Sounds great right now, with the rain...

And I really like the poem, too. Cheers.

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Mike Hampton's avatar

I'm no youngling, just memories, and I haven't shot pool in a long time (and it would make for relief). Oh, and what joy to have a jukebox when playing.

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The Word Herder's avatar

One day we'll do it! xo

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Mike Hampton's avatar

Motivated by this thread, I shot pool. 4 games and 2 quarts of beer. It was my best escape in months.

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The Word Herder's avatar

Sweet!

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Constantine Markides's avatar

"difficulties called people"

a weird turn of phrase that's wicked good

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Mike Hampton's avatar

I charge myself $100p/h for self-analysis.

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