The Ballad of Hairless Joe
All boys need their heroes.32 total reviews
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
I recognized the picture right away -
and was soon drawn into your
story in a poem and loved it -
something quite different, which
was a real treat - the words, the
rhythm and rhyme all flowing
smoothly throughout - you've a
great entry here, my friend ---
good luck
Margaret
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2017
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I recognized the picture right away -
and was soon drawn into your
story in a poem and loved it -
something quite different, which
was a real treat - the words, the
rhythm and rhyme all flowing
smoothly throughout - you've a
great entry here, my friend ---
good luck
Margaret
Comment Written 21-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2017
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Thank you so much, Margaret, for your kind praise of my ballad. I am so pleased you were "drawn in."
Comment from heyjude
You did a great job on this western poem for the contest. It's a
very well done poetry story. It sure does sound like the old western
shows that we used to see. It's too bad that don't make like that
anymore. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2017
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You did a great job on this western poem for the contest. It's a
very well done poetry story. It sure does sound like the old western
shows that we used to see. It's too bad that don't make like that
anymore. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 21-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2017
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Thank you so much for sharing my lengthy western yarn, heyjude, and your kind praise. Indeed, the main reason I submitted this entry was to promote westerns which Hollywood has forgotten.
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Very true. I liked the old westerns. Western stars like
John Wayne. Judy
Comment from valmay
I did indeed enjoy your poem of length. It was also interesting to read about Charlie Sirengo in your notes. I really liked the fact it was told by a ten year old. Good luck.
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2017
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I did indeed enjoy your poem of length. It was also interesting to read about Charlie Sirengo in your notes. I really liked the fact it was told by a ten year old. Good luck.
Comment Written 21-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2017
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I am delighted you enjoyed this western yarn, Valmay. Thanks so much for sharing.
Comment from nomi338
Every young person, especially every young boy should have a chance to meet someone legendary who is also a person of integrity. Young people who are poor don't even have to look around to see people who are not governed by a moral code or set of principles. There is no telling how much good there would be if more children have the chance to be impressed by people of strong character.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Every young person, especially every young boy should have a chance to meet someone legendary who is also a person of integrity. Young people who are poor don't even have to look around to see people who are not governed by a moral code or set of principles. There is no telling how much good there would be if more children have the chance to be impressed by people of strong character.
Comment Written 20-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Do believe Hairless Joe would agree with everything you've said. Thank you for sharing his story.
Comment from GWinterwin
Loved this western poem about the hunter and the outlaw. Great rhyming along with the perfect words to tell the story. Was easy to read, and understand. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Loved this western poem about the hunter and the outlaw. Great rhyming along with the perfect words to tell the story. Was easy to read, and understand. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 20-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Oh, do I love to hear enthusiastic response to an old-time western. Thank you so much for sharing and your wonderful praise and those six bright stars.
Comment from LIJ Red
Oh, yeah, like westerns, like story poems, like good dialect, seems like an excellent
post to me. So there was Hairless Joe-where was Lonesome Polecat? (Al Capp's fertile imagination, I think.)
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Oh, yeah, like westerns, like story poems, like good dialect, seems like an excellent
post to me. So there was Hairless Joe-where was Lonesome Polecat? (Al Capp's fertile imagination, I think.)
Comment Written 20-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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So pleased you enjoyed my western ballad and appreciate the kind praise.
Comment from robyn corum
Dear Mystery Poet,
I didn't see how long this thang wuz when I started reading it. I aged ten yer' afore I finished it! hehaw! (JK) And sorry, too. That was really dumb. *smile*
But it was an entertaining story in a poem. Good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Dear Mystery Poet,
I didn't see how long this thang wuz when I started reading it. I aged ten yer' afore I finished it! hehaw! (JK) And sorry, too. That was really dumb. *smile*
But it was an entertaining story in a poem. Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 20-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Thanks, Robyn, for taking the time to read my lengthy ballad. So pleased you found it entertaining.
Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)
What a brilliant and interesting write . A funny and interesting piece painted skillfully wow this is truly incredible it is really complemented by the picture also. Well done. The last two lines sum the poem up perfectly.kindest regards, Meia :)
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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What a brilliant and interesting write . A funny and interesting piece painted skillfully wow this is truly incredible it is really complemented by the picture also. Well done. The last two lines sum the poem up perfectly.kindest regards, Meia :)
Comment Written 20-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Meia, I am excited you like this western ballad so much. Thank you for sharing and for making my day with your enthusiasm.
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Well, the contest asks for a long poem and that is certainly what we get with this one. Good abcb rhyme maintained throughout. In stanza one I think perhaps 'git' instead of 'get' would make that dialogue more authentic of cowboy speech and it would rhyme better with 'it' in line 2. Just a thought on a well written story poem. I spotted your picture immediately before I read - Alan Ladd in Shane. Good luck in the contest. Warm regards Dorothy
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Well, the contest asks for a long poem and that is certainly what we get with this one. Good abcb rhyme maintained throughout. In stanza one I think perhaps 'git' instead of 'get' would make that dialogue more authentic of cowboy speech and it would rhyme better with 'it' in line 2. Just a thought on a well written story poem. I spotted your picture immediately before I read - Alan Ladd in Shane. Good luck in the contest. Warm regards Dorothy
Comment Written 20-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Thank you so much for your warm praise of my lengthy ballad, Dorothy. And your suggestion is right on and much appreciated.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written ballad. A great story told in this lengthy poem. At the end, boys will always be boys, it is only the size of their toys, and boys never cry and so dont men.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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A very well-written ballad. A great story told in this lengthy poem. At the end, boys will always be boys, it is only the size of their toys, and boys never cry and so dont men.
Comment Written 20-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2017
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Thank you, Sandra, for your kind praise of my lengthy yarn.