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Anything that glorifies drugs will be disqualified from this contest.
I prefer FREE VERSE
NO MORE THAN 200 WORDS PLEASE
NO RESERVATIONS
Other than those little peeves...
It's on YOU!
Oh... one more thing.
I will allow Pre-writes
but there are only 25 slots,
and if they defer from the theme,
bye!
Pre writes are now open! Sorry about that!
I added 10 slots.
rmj ♥
Anything that glorifies drugs will be disqualified from this contest.
I prefer FREE VERSE
NO MORE THAN 200 WORDS PLEASE
NO RESERVATIONS
Other than those little peeves...
It's on YOU!
Oh... one more thing.
I will allow Pre-writes
but there are only 25 slots,
and if they defer from the theme,
bye!
Pre writes are now open! Sorry about that!
I added 10 slots.
rmj ♥
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on November 14, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 400, Silver: 300, Bronze: 200
- Final notes:
Thank you All for your patience in my judging this contest.
EVERYONE has given me much to think on, and many reasons to stay sober, clean, and clear-headed. I feel blessed in knowing that so many can identify with addiction. It is always good to know we are not in it alone!
I was glad to see that so many who understand that addiction comes in many forms. This demon rears its ugly head in more areas than simply looking at drugs as the only culprit to addiction.
"It was never the drugs" has been the confession of those in recovery, those who have gone cold turkey on their own, and those who received 'divine intervention'...
I HAVE READ ALL THE ENTRIES! I apologize for not commenting on them all but I will do so when I get time to give constructive critique, and not hurried comments.
Tomorrow is the premier of our Youth Production; "if I can help somebody". I am frantically nervous, and cannot focus as I would like to on my commenting.
Our show is tomorrow at 3 pm s, I have to run.
THANK YOU ALL for participating.
The Winners:
GOLD - "La Danse Macabre"
SILVER - "last time i saw her she didn't know me"
BRONZE - "A lie that knows no class"
RMJ ♥
Contest Winners
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The razor's on the mirror.• Commented on by judge. [remove]
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A life shrouded in secrets
A life in hidden shameby Frankenchrist 59 lines, 41 comments, on Apr 9 3:38 AM 2006. In Dark, Hope, Angst
Bronze trophy winner
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supply always meets demand
as long as the money keeps changing hands• Commented on by judge. [remove]
Gold trophy winner
Silver trophy winner
Entries [24]
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I stand here in this little room
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she smoked out everyday didnt hear a word anyone had to sayby HisFavoriteMistake 31 lines, 5 comments, on Jan 2 9:23 AM 2008• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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He had it all, the life he dreamed of.
A wife, a daughter, a home with a dog.• Commented on by judge. -
I'm so sick of drugs;
of substances ruling your life,• Viewed by judge. -
Sitcom of daily dose,
malnurished brainstorm raging -by Arkbear 15 lines, 11 comments, on Oct 20 12:05 AM 2008. In Thoughts, Sad, Pain, Death, Lost in thought, Longing, Sadness, Depression, Message
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by spiritualangel 34 lines, 2 comments, on Oct 20 2:56 AM 2008. In Thoughts, Contest, Addiction, Drugs• Viewed by judge.
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He and I became so close, I was truely in love,
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My inner soul does prey
humbly for the day,by ears2hearyou 30 lines, 9 comments, on Oct 21 2:14 AM 2008. In Contest, Dark, Hope, Life, Contemporary, Escape, Humanity, Society• Commented on by judge. -
Lost in thoughts,
so close to home,by AngelxXxDust 19 lines, on Nov 1 5:19 PM 2008• Viewed by judge. Prewrite -
Phencyclidine,
A good time,• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
The grass is always greener on the other side of the hill
And we can feel so much better if we just take that little pill.• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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What exactly constitutes "glorifying" drugs?
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glorify:
1. to cause to be or treat as being more splendid, excellent, etc., than would normally be considered.
2. to honor with praise, admiration, or worship; extol.
3. to make glorious; invest with glory.
4. to praise, as an act of worship.
It's almost the same as "to glamorize" drugs. Making the abusive use of drugs something it is not.
Try to come from the harm of addiction rather than the good feel excessive use gives when we first begin to experiment with them. You know? That time before we cross that hair-line edge that grabs us by the throat, like a demon in the dark and takes total control...
Anything else?
Renee
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I submitted one and then I realized that in my eyes it didn't glorify drugs but in yours it might have.
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I hope you'll submit another one.
Renee
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Oh... one more thing.
I will allow Pre-writes
but there are only 25 slots,
and if they defer from the theme,
bye!
this is what you have given as one of your rule but then you are not open for pre writes...better read again your contest rule. mine is just a suggestion -
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Pre writes are now open! Sorry about that!
Thanks for alerting me of that!
Renee
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Renee,
I've written a poem called Poisoned.. About my brother who was slipped a Micky (LSD put in a drink) that caused permanent brain damage... I was going to modify it for the contest. But I can not enter it. for pre-writes are not allowed.
If you open it up for them let me know..
Thanks
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Pre writes are now open! Sorry about that!
Renee
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Prewrites
you say you will allow them I have one called it "It always ends" it is all about addiction. But your entrance says new poems no prewrites and then you say in the opening that you will accept them. Which is it?
Love, Tom B.
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Pre writes are now open! Sorry about that!
Love YOU ♥
Renee
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Thanks, my friend. You go on being you and I will continue to celebrate the time I get to spend learning who you are.
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I will allow Pre-writes but there are only 25 slots,
Then please do so -
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You got it!
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May God bless your premeire of Youth Production Sister......all of you are going to do fine.....keep yopur eyes upon the Lord!
Brother Bear ~
PS...Thank you for Hosting this Contest....congrats to the winners......Gold is superb!
.....and scary, as I am an Addict who has 5 years sover.......wow......it took hold of me and I could not stop reading......nice choice for Gold!
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Bear,
I may not say so but I keep you in my prayers always. I have five years and some months myself, and take it all one day at a time.
I LOVE YOU ♥
Renee
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Thank you Renee......I know you are sometimes silent in your ways....but when you speak, it's always loud & clear....God bless you and may He guide you as your holiday comes around....family is a gift....look at each with their own different frames around them.....that's what makes them each, oh, so very special
Happy Turkey Day Sister,
Brother Bear ~
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Congratulations to the Winners!!!
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thank you for the silver..such an honor, tough competition here.
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Congratulations to the Winners!!!
Rene, thank you for providing the opportunity to enter your inspiring contest, and for your thougtful comments on my entry. The theme is perfect for this time of year, with the holidays looming near. Thanks again, and take care. Happy Holidays!! -Cyn 
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P.S.
Your new photo is stunning, Rene!!
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