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Acrostic Pif

Poets from the corners of the globe
Are you a cringing ludophobe?
Some of you must like a test
So grab your pen and join the rest

 

It is a simple thing we ask

There is no mammoth, arduous task


Find your muse and write a verse
Only remember don’t swear or curse.
Rhyming is fine if that’s your thing
Whatever skills you choose to bring
Always remember though whatever you write
Read other people’s stuff and spread delight
Don’t be upset if you don’t win

Playing the game’s the important thing.
Last point. If you’re judged better than the rest
Each winner must host the next poetic test
And if you're happy with the task in hand?
Step right in and join the band.
End!!

Author notes

This is an entry in a competition known as a PIF [Pass it Forward] I took that as my inspiration since that's the type of idiot I am.

I don't know if ludophobe is a true word but it comes from LUDU - to play or compete and Phobia - fear, Hence someone who fears competitions

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  • xxhoopstar21xx
    June 17

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    wow!!!! congrats on ur trophey!!!!! i like ur user name. i like rhymes too.
    great acrostic!!!! flowing and good.
    keeps u interested. great write!!!! keep penning!!!

    yours truely
    SilverWolf




  • NeonRose silver member
    June 13

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    ..Marvelous! Never thought of PIF as a prompt...how clever of you! Well-deserving of the Gold!


    • I-Like-Rhymes gold member
      June 18
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      Thanks for reading and writing. When the muse is lurking then everything can set her ideas off
      Jim

  • craftyangel43
    June 4

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    I like this...Very true...Everyone should have to read your poem before entering a contest..lol. Great write.
    Cheryl


  • MariGoes gold member
    June 4

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    Ah, you have it right!
    You have a nice sense of humour Jim, and with rhymes it comes even better out.
    A playful acrostic which shows what all contests should be about, a relaxing and fun time.
    Enjoyed it, congratulations with the gold cup

    Mari


    • I-Like-Rhymes gold member
      June 4
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      Many thanks Marie, I had completely forgotten about this one because of "other things" in my life at the moment so your review woke me up to the unexpected Gold. I shall have to do something to get a new PIF competition going in the spirit of these competitions.
      Glad you liked it BTW
      Jim

  • Capt Jed
    May 28

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    Very Good

    It is obvious to me that this one didn't just fall out of the sky. I imagine you took some time with this and it really paid off. It makes sense any way you look at it, and it was fun to read. Thanks Jim! Have a great day my friend.


    • I-Like-Rhymes gold member
      June 4
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      Thanks for your words Capn' It heartens me to know I can still hit the right spot from time to time. (and I could do with a bit of heartening right now )
      Oh and have a good day yourself
      Jim

  • checkmate
    May 28
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    thank you for this, oh my. hehe. you made me laugh.

    this is a clever piece- great rhyme, funny verse, great flow. this is simply awesome.

    thank you for the laugh- you have no idea how much I need it now this is just lovely. amazing work.

    best of lucks,
    checkmate.
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