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Memories of Wisconsin (ADULT content - not really suitable for anyone sensitive)

     

 

People oftimes consider Great Lake-bordering Wisconsin
To be the one of the loveliest states of the Union,
A paradise for lovers of forests and German-style sausages.
Ah! What a wondrous playground is to be found there,
Agricultural lands a-plenty whose waving wheatfields
Reflect the majesty of her beauteous cities
(the mind dwells on Racine and Milwaukee in particular
whose municipal fresh air is a joy unto the lungs of man).
Needless to say, this mid-western utopia for the soul
Is totally unlike the mafia-infested horror of Illinois and Michigan.
But there is a darker side to this dream destination, oh verily,
For I have been there and met more horror than you could ever imagine
(even if you had a really fecund imagination and a big dildo).

The sad tale which follows involved my Grand Tour on the back of a truck,
Specially reinforced with strongest Detroit steel to cater for
The staggering weight of my fiancée of the fickle moment,
The supremely bloated and hirsute Agnes "Porky" Scheissburger,
A giant of a woman with the sex-drive of a mad rhinoceros,
And only heir to her Daddy's enormous brewery fortune.
Thus, we toured from town to town through the gracious state
Everywhere gorging on the local delicacies of sauerkraut and beer
(with an occasional sidetrack towards a McNorwegian herringburger)
And, by a strange coincidence, every single evening we ended up
With our heads in the porcelain bowl, regurgitating our tasty meals,
Throwing up half-digested fatty lumps of gristle by the bucket-load,
Praying for deliverance from our self-inflicted abdominal agonies
(but how could we resist, they were so huge on the plate?)

One tragic evening in a tastefully decorated love-motel
On the outskirts of elegant Madison (where the dance comes from)
We were set upon by the enraged motel manager, one Mr Snottig,
A fifth generation Swedish-American of immense vulgarity,
Innate animal brutality and lack of basic human kindness,
Whose bestial strength and body odour could have won prizes.
I fortunately had time to run wisely like a seven foot five
Basketball hero chased by a runaway Hummer V8,
And hide in a convenient evergreen Finnish fir tree,
Whence I could see and hear the savage Mr Snottig
Rip dear Agnes's head off her shoulders, crush it utterly
Between his butch Scandinavian fingers and shove the bits
Down the toilet bowl as a sacrificial offering to the sewer god.
And for what? Just because we'd puked up a couple of gallons
Of the finest Milwaukee beer on the bed during a love-bout.
Had the man no sense of romance? Was he an unfeeling beast?
Oh sweet Lord, I shall never return to lovely Wisconsin again,
Especially since Daddy has placed a contract on my handsome hide.

 

                                 

Author notes

This is the 63rd in my epic "Memories" sequence of epic poems - please read the other 62 (but they are not quite as good as it just gets better all the time). The colour scheme reflects the BLUE of the Great Lakes, the GREY of the cities and the BROWNISH colour of our vomit as it splattered into the WHITE-ISH porcelain pan.

Number 64 (about Hawaii, it's really jolly good, even though I say so myself) is next: click here: http://www.allpoetry.com/poem/5079375 . Thank you.

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  • Adamastor
    December 7, 2009

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    Another one of Barry's "fine"works

    Dear Barry,
    After entering a contest by the one and only Amy Kay, I noticed that you left a comment on there and felt compelled to read the link. On this link, there are two main catagories I would like to mention. First, the poem, then the other commentators.
    Episdoe 01: The Poem.
    The peom was very tasteful indeed, since it carries the clasical trademark that is, Barry Hodges, and after digesting every word (unlike some people who commented, whom I'll mention later), I realised that the most fun parts of each of these poems is the last verses, since these carry the main story line. I will applause you a score of 3, since I'm now rich enough to do so, and I only share my wealth with those who deserve it.

    Episdoe 02: The Comments.
    I've noticed also that you have quite a specific fan-base in all your comments. For instance, fans of Adamastor also seem to be fans of Barry Hodges, such as the person who comes from the location mentioned in this poem. I've also noticed, however, that one fan of yours seems to be a commentator on pretty much every poem I comment on. Now, not mentioning any names here, this female seems to be a lapdog for yourself. I cannot seem to comment on any of your work without seeing a picture of some blonde female swimming in water. And that person doesn't even read your poetry, but gives you some stars anyway. Is there something you're not telling me?

    Anyway, very good show my fellow friend.

    Adamastor
    --------------------------


  • Amy Kay
    November 26, 2009

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    Wonderful

    My dear Hodges! Very much an every day occurrence in these here parts, ya betcha. Would love to hear more about your sconsin adventure in addition to this, however, I will settle for reading more of your amazing adventures.

    I will award you with 3 applause for honoring my home state with your creative juices. I tend not to be sparse like others we may know...


  • Aribeth
    November 21, 2009

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    Didn't read it all

    Becasue I couldn't be bothered! I liked that picture at the end. Very nice Anyway, how is it that you have been to so many places? Are you really Jimmy Nail and on tour singing croccodile shoes? Is that why you hide you face behind the scarf? Who else famous is Geordie? Oh, yeah, that funny guy! Forgotten his name! He's funny though, even if he does offend a lot of people, and is sexist. But I'm NOT a feminist. You can tell as many menstrual jokes as you want, it won't bother me.
    Anyway, I've just read the poem now (I read it before continuing to write!). I like this piece. It's got some real American references to it, and seems genuine. I loved how you described re-gurgitating your burgers, and Why not if they're that tasty? Probably because they's be covered in bile the second time is what I would say. Anyway, I do hope this comment is the longest you've ever had, as I'm the sweetest fan you ever had xx


  • insidemjsnotebook
    November 19, 2009
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    Very interesting. Goodluck.


    • Barry Hodges
      December 24, 2009
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      Thank you for your helpful and fascinating comment. I deeply appreciate it from the very bottom of my heart. God bless.

  • ItCouldBeRobots
    November 18, 2009
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    Phoney baloney


    • Barry Hodges
      November 19, 2009
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      I would like to thank you for your incredibly perceptive and intelligent comment. It's not often I get such wise and well-considered criticism. You must have had lots of people compliment you on your erudition. Thanks again and go away.


  • bunnyslasher157
    November 4, 2009
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    Judge

    Wow.. That's not I had expected. I like It though. Good luck and keep writing!!


  • Budart
    October 2, 2009

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    I think you are insane! LOL You would have t tie me to a chair and put battery cables on my balls to get me to read the other 62.

  • GordonR gold member
    August 27, 2009
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    63rd. first and work backwards. That's what I'll do. I'll guess, just guess mind you, that the revese tavelogue might find you in similar situations, and less than 5 star locations. All the better. I would like to know what happened to your fiancee's remains. Is she just an ever spreading puddle in her life's last parking lot? Did you have a pre-nuptial agreement giving you access to the brewery millions. If so I want to get to know you better. So on to 62nd. Street.


    • Barry Hodges
      November 4, 2009
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      Dear Gordon, You do not seem to have fulfilled your promise to read some of my other lovely poems and I am very disappointed in you. Would you like me to add you to my favourites as a bribe? Or maybe send you a gift of 5 points? Or even better if you tell me where you live I could write a poem about it as I am sure one of my wives got slaughtered by some escaped retards near there.


      • chills
        November 5, 2009

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        Poor Gordon is indeed living in Wales - in that very village of which I spoke yesterday..... Llanfynydd. Q: What do you call a sheep tied to a lampost in Llanfynydd?.... A: A leisure centre. Have pity on him and his bereft dongle! xx D

      • GordonR gold member
        November 4, 2009
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        Dear Mr Hodges,
        What can I say. Life is so full of disappointments but I'm only at the root of a few. Have not been very active here lately, moved to Wales, because I have no reliable internet connection. I have tried plugging a dongle into a sheep but they must have too much fat to allow a good reception. Sigh! Please add me to your favourites, but suggest you read my insightful work first. If you do I'll reciprocate and comment responsibly on your effluence.....productions. So what happened to the Millions?


        • Barry Hodges
          November 6, 2009
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          Please call me Barry. It sounds like a Welsh name, look you, but I am actually a Geordie. My mother was fond of Welsh dongles.

          • GordonR gold member
            November 6, 2009

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            Well Baz, sorry Barry, where I come from it's not "Look you" but "See you" normally followed by "Jimmy"......but that doesn't work here in Welsh Wales. I don't know what dongle translates to in Welsh, probably a lot longer word all together, but I'm sure your Mum would be at home here. A dongle a day keeps.............making my eyes water!

            • Barry Hodges
              November 8, 2009
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              Dongle in Welsh is "daiddwngllwy", see you Jimmy.

              • GordonR gold member
                November 9, 2009
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                Now isn't that confusing. I was told, by an authoritative source, that "daiddwngllwy" meant a New York policeman's nightstick. I don't know what to believe now.

                • Aribeth
                  November 21, 2009
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                  In Hull...

                  ...if anyone ever bad mouthed their elders, the Chopstick Crew would get them.


  • Amera gold member
    August 25, 2009
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    I rarely read or comment on prose but I found this captivating. You tell a wonderful story in your writing.

    Love,
    Amera♥


  • Keith
    May 15, 2009

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    An old man from far Wisconsin
    Had a cock which was bony and thin
    Though he showed it with pride
    He could not get a ride
    It was too underweight to stay in.


  • DraidenGunGiest
    April 9, 2009
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    Bloody Hell ...

    That would be fuckin hilarious to live through !


  • The Great Scribbler
    March 30, 2009

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    I have never been to America and I have never heard of Wisconsin. It certainly sounds like a total shit-hole, and the beer sounds like horse-piss.


    • Barry Hodges
      July 21, 2009
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      I only just noticed this reply and I would like to thank you for it. Would you like me to write a poem for you? Just tell me where you live and donate 100 points.


  • Howard Manser gold member
    March 22, 2009

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    Colorful

    I have been to Madison. The last time I was parked, swapping spit with the Irish girlfriend Cindy, on the shores Lake Mendota, when Otis Redding's plane crashed and he was killed. Never cared much for his music, but she was a great fuck.


  • AllexisReed
    March 13, 2009

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    Ahh Barry, I, upon visiting your site once again, have found myself driven by my insatiable desire for train wrecks and slaughtering of innocent lovers, revisit your journeys. After reading about death and tortured souls, which I am so guilty of writing myself, it is like sunshine through a slatted barn to hear of your tales. One must hide in a barn you understand to not be seen when spying on another! You would understand, dear, wouldn't you? Applause Applause......from Abingdon


  • Engelbert Humpalot
    March 5, 2009

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    Another dramatic holiday escapade! I look forward to a poem about my own fine city of residence. Who knows, you may have inadvertently led to the death of a friend of mine.


    • Barry Hodges
      March 6, 2009
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      Where do you live, Mr H? Provided that I HAVE actually lost a relative in a tragic expolosion of mindless violence in your vicinity (and it's almost certain) then I shall be delighted to dedicate a poem on that topic to you.


  • IronIcecream
    February 24, 2009

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    I wonder if people understand from where the term satire comes from
    not questioning you...
    for example:
    why flying saucers are never Anglo-Saxon? – they’re full with porridge.



    • Barry Hodges
      March 4, 2009
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      Where do you live? It is possible some of my nearest and dearest were slaughtered there and I could write a poem about it and dedicate it to you. Or, even better, I may have already done so


  • neurosine gold member
    February 23, 2009
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    Sorry dude...got bored..


    • Barry Hodges
      February 23, 2009
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      Looking at your photo makes me bored. Being addressed as "dude" makes me want to vomit. Yucch. I shall put you onto my "ignore" list in order to prevent your from reading any more of my superior poems. Have a lovely day.


  • chills
    February 22, 2009
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    As usual, Barry, you choice of colour for the background to this epic piece is stunning. Implying perfectly, as it does, the picture you paint..... Bravo, my hero. Now run like fuck away from Daddy's hit men....


    • Barry Hodges
      February 22, 2009
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      I am pleased you like the colours. I think I have managed to buy off the hitmen by promising them a poem dedication. Albanians are always suckers for a bit of high art. Albanian women are famed for sucking I have heard (as they tend to be toothless).


  • Robin Candor
    February 21, 2009

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    I love the way you say it gets better all the time. I agree, although some of the previous ones struck chords in my heart and made me think of other days and far away journeys that I have taken. Bravo to the gifted and storytelling, Barry. RC


  • honorable mention
    February 19, 2009
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    impressive


  • GothicFyre
    February 19, 2009

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    I did like this, it was richly detailed and beautiful to read, with a lot of emotion and beauty. Excellent writing.


  • Her Crumpy Crab
    February 19, 2009

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    best of luck in the contest... guess maybe I'm warped some because I enjoyed this
    Dean


  • Emerald Dog
    February 16, 2009

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    For some years now, I can’t help feeling that our post post modern Home Service broadcasts have sorely missed that touch of classical greatness; something that I’m sure can be traced back to the passing of the great (but late) Alistair Cooke. Having marvelled now to the tune of several of your epic travelogues, transmitted back to dear old blighty (with occasional regularity) from across the puddle, I am certain that its saviour is at large. Sir, your epistles resonate with a rich abundance of experiences and astute observation, leading me to have no hesitation in recommending to Mark Thompson (believe it or not – the current DG at the Beeb) that you are instated immediately as our new Letters from America correspondent. Malarkey in Milwaukee, Frisky down in Frisco and Vaginas in Virginia should all lift our flagging spirits and build yet more rapport with those gun toting, Moose-shooting Neanderthal types - us Europeans take so warmly to our hearts. I, for one, cannot wait.


    • Barry Hodges
      February 17, 2009
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      I can't remember if I have asked you this: where do you live, as it is very likely I had one of my nearest and dearest slaughtered by mental defectives there. I would love to write a poem for you (maybe I already have, my filing system of deaths, murders and mayhem is not very good).


  • Wandering Woodchuck gold member
    February 14, 2009

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    This is a very interesting grotesque. It reminds me of some of the lyrics of Tom Waitts mixed with a nightmare from the Cohen Brothers.

    Well written.

    Mike

  • patrick20traveler
    February 13, 2009

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    Lordy! Why do I think this is so much better than Garrison Keillor's stories about that other state? Maybe Wisconsin is just a more interesting place.

  • misticmoonlite gold member
    February 13, 2009

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    what a gritty detaled piece of rank gross pukey memory, thank you for this and will check out some others,once I regain my composure...lol
    good luck
    mm


  • Professor Klosett
    February 11, 2009

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    You deserve to win with this toilet epic. If you don't (and I fear you won't as Wisconsin residents are renowned for their dimness) enter it into my next toilet and/or public convenience contest (if there ever is one). Ho ho.


  • KillerRain
    February 9, 2009
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    Intresting

    The style you used is refreshing and the quick lead to the toilet was ingenious. Thank you as well for the dedication. KillerRain


    • Barry Hodges
      February 14, 2009
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      A NOTE TO SOMEONE WHO BRAVELY DELETED THEIR STUPID COMMENT

      I have a vague impression you have no sense of humour whatsoever. That's just a guess, mind you. I suppose living in Wisconsin must be pretty debilitating.


  • just mercedes gold member
    February 8, 2009

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    Oh my, the existential angst of the Mid West.

    I loved 'McNorwegian herringburger' and the idea of 'sacrificial offering to the sewer god' as I have made such sacrifices myself. It's amazing how the carrots and peas appear when they haven't been a part of the meal.

    Yes, the toilet as the Porcelain God. You nailed the prompt.
    Best of luck in the contest!


  • Hot Llama Love
    February 8, 2009
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    Yet another very narrow escape? Really Barry, you must stay home, you are depopulating the earth.

    • Barry Hodges
      February 9, 2009
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      Yes, holidays can be a bit anxiety-prone these days.


      • Hot Llama Love
        February 9, 2009
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        In light of your "experiences" I would have to call your reply a classic example of British understatement.


        • Barry Hodges
          February 9, 2009
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          No, not really, I have had one or two holidays in which no close relatives or friends were slaughtered. One must keep a stiff upper lip in the face of mindless violence. Also, one needs a good pair of running shoes and an eye for a convenient hiding place.

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