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1/6/2025 for the Hughes Turner Project Poetry Contest sponsored by Robert James  Liguori

"A rose by any other name would smell as sweet"* The moment I met you, my life would be complete. That is why, my undying love, I would proclaim, but I'm sorry, I missed your name. You are everything I've ever wanted and more. I've never met anyone like you before, and I'd like to ask you if you feel the same, but I'm sorry, I missed your name. Perhaps my memory is just a little weak. I might only need to jog it before we speak. Then, I wouldn't appear to be so darned lame. Unfortunately, I missed your name. When I hear somebody lay on me their handle, like some odd name I've heard someplace, Brave Candle, I forget instantly.  I admit I'm to blame, and that is why I missed your name. So, I sadly say, though you might think it trite, we must pass like two ships in the night. 'Tis a romantic tragedy and a shame, all because I missed your name.  * It may not fit well, but I wanted to quote Shakespeare.

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Date: 2/5/2025 8:51:00 PM
Nice write. congratulations on your win dear poet friend. You name the name haha!
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Date: 2/5/2025 12:37:00 AM
Your poem was a lot of fun. :). Don’t forget to write for the next Glenn Hughes contest!!!
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David Crandall
Date: 2/5/2025 7:32:00 AM
Thanks Robert - I'll be there!
Date: 1/8/2025 10:53:00 AM
I think it fit quite well Dave. Enjoyed the write! :)
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David Crandall
Date: 1/8/2025 11:19:00 AM
Thanks elle!

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