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Comment from Wendy Winter
I laughed and laughed, and I read it to my boyfriend. He just happens to be a hoarder, yes hot wheels, beer cans, things that "were his dear mothers". The only difference is its a cake mold and not a jello mold. Thanks for the laughs.
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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I laughed and laughed, and I read it to my boyfriend. He just happens to be a hoarder, yes hot wheels, beer cans, things that "were his dear mothers". The only difference is its a cake mold and not a jello mold. Thanks for the laughs.
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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I'm glad you enjoyed it Wendy. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from Dean Kuch
I've seen the series Hoarders on television, Earl.
It's unbelievable and incomprehensible to me the way some of those people live.
However, it's said to be a mental disorder, this binge buying, trash picking, all encompassing affliction.
So, who am I to judge?
I still collect comic books and graphic novels (horror themed only), and I'm almost 60 years-old!
But I'm also OCD when it comes to things in my place not being put back where they belong.
I own over 5,000 dvds and blu-ray discs, 3,000 books and nearly a thousand comics and graphic novels.
They are all categorized according to author, or in alphabetical order. With the exception of the movie discs. They're classified according to genre.
So, while I may be laughing, I'm not laughing AT you, I'm laughing WITH you.
Good poem and good luck to you in the contest.
~Dean
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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I've seen the series Hoarders on television, Earl.
It's unbelievable and incomprehensible to me the way some of those people live.
However, it's said to be a mental disorder, this binge buying, trash picking, all encompassing affliction.
So, who am I to judge?
I still collect comic books and graphic novels (horror themed only), and I'm almost 60 years-old!
But I'm also OCD when it comes to things in my place not being put back where they belong.
I own over 5,000 dvds and blu-ray discs, 3,000 books and nearly a thousand comics and graphic novels.
They are all categorized according to author, or in alphabetical order. With the exception of the movie discs. They're classified according to genre.
So, while I may be laughing, I'm not laughing AT you, I'm laughing WITH you.
Good poem and good luck to you in the contest.
~Dean
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Thank you Dean. I've been collecting comics since 1967 and have all kinds. My favorite is Sgt. Fury and his howling commandos, the Shadow, and Jonah Hex. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
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I liked Sgt. Fury but was never much of a Marvel Comics fan.
For war comics, I've collected Sgt. Rock and Weird War, both DC titles.
You're more than welcome, Earl.
~Dean
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Loved Sgt. Rock and Weird War too.
Comment from Sally Law
This is a scream. Do we need to send for help? Those socks sound like an issue. This is so fun and so you. I remember the story you did long ago about all your
t-shirts with slogans on them. You are quite the collector.
All my best,
Sal ;+)
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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This is a scream. Do we need to send for help? Those socks sound like an issue. This is so fun and so you. I remember the story you did long ago about all your
t-shirts with slogans on them. You are quite the collector.
All my best,
Sal ;+)
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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I'll send up a flare. Thank you Sally, I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from Bichon
This was such a fun poem to read. I've never horded much, but still enjoy a fair share of sentimental objects. I hope your house isn't as messy as the one featured in them poem haha,
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This was such a fun poem to read. I've never horded much, but still enjoy a fair share of sentimental objects. I hope your house isn't as messy as the one featured in them poem haha,
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Not quite but getting there. Thank you for reading and reviewing my work.
Comment from Ulla
Hi Earl, I am laughing because this sounds all too familiar. We collect things over the years, and then we don't think we can live without them. In my move last year, I became ruthless. I got rid of everything I hadn't missed for the last few years. I liked your poem. Good luck.I'm looking forward to reading on as I see this will be an ongoing saga. All best. Ulla:))
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Hi Earl, I am laughing because this sounds all too familiar. We collect things over the years, and then we don't think we can live without them. In my move last year, I became ruthless. I got rid of everything I hadn't missed for the last few years. I liked your poem. Good luck.I'm looking forward to reading on as I see this will be an ongoing saga. All best. Ulla:))
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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My wife wants to become ruthless too. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work Ulla.
Comment from karenina
I watched a few of those Hoarder TV shows and had to pick my jaw up off the floor. I'm pretty OCD the OTHER way (you know, magazine placed at right angle to the corner of the very neat coffee table...) All I can say is it's lucky (for many reasons) I have no state secrets--because all anyone would have to do is toss me in a hoarder's house for, oh, three minutes and I'd spill the beans! (Then sweep them into a neat pile, of course!)--
Funny poem...Karenina
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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I watched a few of those Hoarder TV shows and had to pick my jaw up off the floor. I'm pretty OCD the OTHER way (you know, magazine placed at right angle to the corner of the very neat coffee table...) All I can say is it's lucky (for many reasons) I have no state secrets--because all anyone would have to do is toss me in a hoarder's house for, oh, three minutes and I'd spill the beans! (Then sweep them into a neat pile, of course!)--
Funny poem...Karenina
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Thank you very much Karenina. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
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My pleasure!
Comment from Rmocruz
I resemble those remarks, I can't make it to my bedroom closet.
I find this very well rhymed and humorous,"perfect" for the writing prompt.
A worthy contest entry, best wishes.
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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I resemble those remarks, I can't make it to my bedroom closet.
I find this very well rhymed and humorous,"perfect" for the writing prompt.
A worthy contest entry, best wishes.
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Thank you very much. It took third. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
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That's great Earl, you're welcome.
Comment from Gail Denham
Aren't we all hoarders - I know I am - thing is, I usually have a place where things can go. But all that takes time. Do you watch the program "Hoarders" - I find it interesting mostly cuz my lot isn't quite as bad as some of those. Still, I need to go through boxes, move things on that I'll never use again...it's endless.
We need a good garage sale. At those I drag out amazing stuff I thought I was saving.
Good job.
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Aren't we all hoarders - I know I am - thing is, I usually have a place where things can go. But all that takes time. Do you watch the program "Hoarders" - I find it interesting mostly cuz my lot isn't quite as bad as some of those. Still, I need to go through boxes, move things on that I'll never use again...it's endless.
We need a good garage sale. At those I drag out amazing stuff I thought I was saving.
Good job.
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Thank you very much. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from His Grayness
OK I did laugh!!! and really enjoyed this amusing work and surely wish it all works out well for you in the future. Many thanks indeed! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
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OK I did laugh!!! and really enjoyed this amusing work and surely wish it all works out well for you in the future. Many thanks indeed! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Thank you very much Vance. It took third. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
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Congrats! good for you! Vance
Comment from dragonpoet
Hoarding is an addiction, I think. This sounds like a real problem. I think maybe you can keep things but repurpose them. Make the wool socks into a colorful wool sweater. Maybe find a way to make the concert t-shirt into a poster. This poem uses humor well to show the extent of the problem.
Good luck. Keep writing
dragonpoet
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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Hoarding is an addiction, I think. This sounds like a real problem. I think maybe you can keep things but repurpose them. Make the wool socks into a colorful wool sweater. Maybe find a way to make the concert t-shirt into a poster. This poem uses humor well to show the extent of the problem.
Good luck. Keep writing
dragonpoet
Comment Written 23-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019
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The shirts were turned into a quilt. I still can't stand to get rid of my grandma's horrid brass jello molds. Thank you for taking the time to read and review my work.
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You're welcome. Did you know that they have now found that in some situations brass is not safe to cook in.
Joan