Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

Yeah, If this is so, I saw a gold medal performance the day before yesterday, Spit. The guy in front of me was driving a bit too fast (in my opinion) for the road conditions (12" of fresh snow!), spun out in the middle of the freeway, did at least three, 360 degree spins, righted his vehicle, and kept right on a' truckin'. He never missed a beat!

Thank God he missed me!

Great stuff. ~Dean

 Comment Written 07-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 07-Mar-2015

Somebody had his guardian angel with him. That deserves the gold.
Did anyone get it on tape?

reply by Dean Kuch on 07-Mar-2015

I'm not sure, Shari, I was too busy trying to avoid hitting him. He just kept right on going, however. Had it been me, I'd to to have pulled over and cleaned out my drawers! :)

Comment from judiverse

Excellent

I've seen on TV pictures of some of the cars spinning out of control. It's scary. So glad I don't have to be out there. Where I live has been pretty much spared the really bad stuff. Roads are all clear now. Interesting the way you make the comparison to figure skating. Interesting development of the idea in this. judi

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 07-Mar-2015

Thanks, judi. Guess those same TV pictures inspired me-- not to ever go back to snow country! LOL

reply by judiverse on 08-Mar-2015

You're welcome. Love those figure skaters, and I'll leave the ice to them. judi

Comment from sgalletti

Excellent

Great senryu with a lot of good satire/irony. I think it's a shame, however, to feel the need to explain words (or the AHA or the irony or anything) in your Author's Notes. But, I also understand as there are a lot of reviewers on this site who would rather be spoon fed than ponder or do some research - unfortunately. Good write. I enjoyed. Sue

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

Exactly why I decided not to enter it into the contest. :-) Thanks, Sue, for getting it. :-)

Comment from Phyllis Stewart

Excellent

Verrrry clever play on words axle/axel and medal/metal. Did you start with the photo? You are so good at thinking up puns. You and my hubby should get together. He's always doing it. :)

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

Nope, poem first, picture second. Inspired by prompt but not wanting to enter. I get into a blue funk if I lose.LOL

reply by Phyllis Stewart on 06-Mar-2015

You actually found that picture to go with the poem. Wow! Lucky! A blue funk? Most people who enter lose. I've lost many times. But it's fun bec you hear from people who don't normally review you. I've gotten new fans that way. Last two times I was lucky and won/tied. But I certainly didn't expect it. I just like it when different people come out of the woodwork to read it. Don't let it bother you. :)

reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

A point well made, but I also wonder where my fans with their reviews. (I never post blind.)

reply by Phyllis Stewart on 07-Mar-2015

It made it into our message box, so they'll be along. Sometimes they all come in a batch. :)

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

What a marvelous poem and excellent play on words too. I really enjoyed this one and looking at the photo remember why I moved to Mazatlan...I hate cold weather and hate snow even more.

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

I hear you, Sasha. Below seventy and I freeze! Thanks for the kudos.

Comment from Deniz22

Excellent

You are as sharp as ever...very punny/funny...too close to home for Cape Cod where we got another foot of snow yesterday...:) SM

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

Well, Clark, get super busy with that shovel. LL

reply by Deniz22 on 06-Mar-2015

:)

Comment from Sis Cat

Excellent

Great senryu and play on words "medal contenders." Visual and simple. Fun metaphors. Poem makes me empathize with the people back east sliding and skidding on black ice. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 07-Mar-2015

Thanks, Sis Cat, for the fine review. I live in Florida so I don't have to risk this either.

Comment from Domino 2

Excellent

I 'got' the first two lines, Shari, but didn't understand, 'metal contenders'...unless you mean the cars (metal) are 'contending' for a prize? Even so, a bit vague for you.

Maybe I'm having a 'blonde' moment, or have temporarily (I hope) lost my SOH, as I'm a great admirer of your wit.

Cheers, Ray xx

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

metal contender as in cars crashing
medal contender as in skaters vying to win the gold.
Hope this helps. :-)

reply by Domino 2 on 07-Mar-2015

I OFTEN 'need help', Shari, but my shrink refuses to see me anymore. ;-) xx

Comment from mermaids

Excellent

Unfortunately, I have done two of these axels this winter, our roads are all ice. Your poem is perfect for this winter, it gives a vivid image of the scenes and impact of constant snow and ice.

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

Thanks, mermaids. I bet those are scary moments. I'd lose more than my axel. LOL

Comment from gypsycaravan

Excellent

This is certainly clever and a spin-off (pun) of an ice skating story or poem. I especially like the metal contender line. Very good work AGAIN, Spitfire.

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2015

Thanks, gypsy. Now I have to explain that last line to Ray. Sigh..