Like the three horse parley, the sucker buys the line
Waiting for his payday, surely it is his time
But hidden in the corner lurks another Joe
He too is a dreamer, her promises have kept in tow
She plays the game so well, passion is her prize
And with her words soft and sweet, she hides her true disguise
Her tongue is like a Viper, striking at his heart
And with each line he melts, His world then falls apart
Oh, please he prays be honest, not like those other tarts
But in the end he shatters, for another has her heart
The head games, how there played, a sucker born each day
And lines of poems, some prickly, lead to ones decay
The truth is some are searching, for that joy or bliss
But in the end the victor, shall hiss and not desist
Beyond our wildest dreams, we search for love and sex
But oh those head games go on, one must stand there test
By Bob Fox
Please tell me what you think
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You are quite good at cutting to the chase and giving us all a reality check... Beware of those snakes in the grass, all curled up and hissing!!! And with you flawless and trademark rhythm and rhyme...
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Marcia
I have said it before & I will say it again. Some many get their jollies off on her why the hell don't they just meet , get laid & get it over with. So sad
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She plays the game so well, passion is her prize
And with her words soft and sweet, she hides her true disguise
Her tongue is like a Viper, striking at his heart
And with each line he melts, His world then falls apart
those lines above were my favorite part sof your poem in motion. I just really loved the detailed play on words there & the imagery you abstract with those words. any ways what really made this really stand out even more was your flawless conception with the incredible flow word to word and well thi is just a well penned poem. any ways keep up the good work
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Well penned, Well versed, Well done...
Have met a few of these online & begin to suspect more as time goes on...
At this rate, I'll not be talking to anyone & just returning comments...
I think the quote 'Hell is other people' has great relevance here...
Keep up the good work......
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So true of life and people in general. It seems that each day is another maze to be negotiated. A good piece of writing that carries a very important message.
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True and well said, though the sexes are evenly accountable for these games - the game of love being the one we all play; in spite of knowing the rules, there still exists that thought 'Maybe this time?' I am glad that there are so many good poets on this site who don't manipulate emotions for their own ends. Poetry is all about engagement of emotion, and we are vulnerable when we admit to being moved.
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It is sad isn't it.....that even among the poetic beauty
predators exist to feed their fantasies and trists.
Thank gawd we have an ignore button.
I am so honored and happy to enjoy the many more poets
who write with beauty and honor to fill my life
and poetry with bold imagery, and wise lessons they
teach.
good poem of caution.
ears/Seattle
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nice. also very true! love the way this rhymes
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Love the multiple veiws this could take
Its always a pleasure to visit your work bob
Delila
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Your poem may be interpreted several different ways. Excellent write - very truthful.
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oh so true
excelent flow and blah blah b;ah .. great write and the truth has never been spoken(?) better
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Truly Thought Provoking
Very well said to make one stop and think about the words typed on the screen for you never know the intentions of the person behind the screen... I can see the very reason for this poem to be on spotlight - very well deserved...
No gender seen
only words read
battle of he and she
come to an end
when we all hide behind the screen
thanks for making us think - take care Minoo
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Thought Provoking to say the least! I know some on here that are like that, and some in life that are too. (my ex comes to mind there) But it is something that we find no matter where, no matter what. And that truly is sad...
Why lie? It causes nothing but hurt and heartache to all involved....
Great job on this one!!
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Ty
And i am sure some that have read this are saying... Does he know me?
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And I thought we came here to write poetry! LOL
This is very thought-provoking and of a subject beyond me. Children play games. There are people who do play with truth and reality, but I prefer the unvarnished truth - don't lie to - because I don't want to be lied to. Great poem to ponder.
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Head games usually are a fantasy. Fantasy is but a dream. When we cannot stand reality all that is left is the dream.
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Ty
Sadly I have found that many play head games & are into fantasy here on AP
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ANOTHER GREAT WRITE BOB FOX.
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this is so true, be it in reality or be it in fantasy that many for themself on this site and on other sites built an alternative world for themselves...
there is a saying that i adhere too that can be addressed to all emotions ..... "no one can make you feel inferior unless you gave them your permission to do so"
head games are also a form of self survival, its investigation for truth and lies being shared.. as it could also be seen as destructive when competition for truth and lies have no honesty in either one of them...
mind games has a way of forcing others to play out all their cards... leaving the others to read the truth/untruth.... sometimes it is only ones own truth that shows face.... and one has to become countable for their own actions... -
Great Write Bob!
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Good write here
Yes the young and the old today seems to live their life through words untrue .See how far they can get before chopping them down and moving on .Sad it is how honesty no longer can be trusted for the word honesty just as the word love is part of their game and in playing someone always gets hurt .Yet we all take the chance for love
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Games, seems to be the way of life in work and play, I often wondered why people feel they must manipulate and mess around with others emotions.
Excellent write...
~E.
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so true of a poet the test of minds, games who loves to play, I pity the looser as it is the one who looses best friends, thank you for sharing this so true story with us...
Linda
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Outstanding
I liked how you developed the theme of this poem creating a sad story that is very true to life. People should treat others with more respect and not set out to hurt them. Excellent rhyme and flow.
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wow. a very convicting write. well done!
love ya much,
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Another good write.
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Brilliant line "But in the end the victor, shall hiss and not desist."
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Yes and not only women play those games, a great favorite with the poet of the masculine gender!
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So true
But being a guy I had to write it this way. I know there are many male players on here. lol & ty
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wow
this is amazing!
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rawr. cheeters stink...great write. I especially like the line "Her tongue is like a viper, striking at his heart and with each line he melts, his world then falls apart". it truly decribes the deception of a corrupt lover
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some people suck *blows them up*
i love you grandad
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ah it is all head games where love is concerned, we play the game willingly, all of us, for it is what makes the world go round a good poem.
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Head games is what it's all about Bob...especially on AP or the net, that's why I'm me, no more games, no pretense, just me, warts and all!
A great poem that maybe a few on here should read, but never will
Thanks for the read,
Sue
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Sue
Ty & so true. I have lost many women readers because I write poems such as this one. So many love those head games. Hope you feel better
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I agree!! Those head games are horrible espeacially when they turn around and pretend they still care about you and drag you along with them.
Great Job!
Loves
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Ty
Sadly on here the head games just go on & on & on. One most be able to read between the lines. & it was nice to hear from you
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OH yes!! Those head games alright... don't they just drive you nuts!!! Why can't people just be who they are and be honest?? Sigh...
Great write Bob!!
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Jackie
Because on here people can be what in real life they can never be. So the games goes on . The promise of love & sex excites them & this becomes their alternate life
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