Tag Archives: Sports

Horse Sense

Posted on November 5, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     Okay, how about a little whimsy this morning? But beware the lies of the groom!       Here’s hoping no one puts a burr under your saddle today! Jake. Horse Sense  For a dollar my friend to your … Continue reading →

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My Daddy Was A Wise Man

Posted on June 15, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     In honor of Father’s Day, I will re-blog this poem in memory of my dad, afterall he was the inspiration for it.      Thanks dad, may you rest in peace. Jack. MY DADDY WAS A WISE MAN I remember my daddy … Continue reading →

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A Sunday Double Header

Posted on April 23, 2012 by poemsandponderings

     When I was young (yes I was young once) Major League Baseball, had “double-header” every Sunday, two games for the price of one. So in the spirit of nostalgia, and though it is now Monday, ( but, I thought … Continue reading →

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Another Blessing

Posted on March 13, 2012 by poemsandponderings

        Continuing on with the spirit of Saint Patrick’s Day and the promise to work on other pressing matters, ie. Awards and things of that nature, here it is short, sweet, and poignant.      Have a trouble-free Tuesday,     Jake. ANOTHER … Continue reading →

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Coach

Posted on February 24, 2012 by poemsandponderings

      This is a long poem, so I will make up for it by keeping the lead-in as short as possible.      I know it is February and  baseball may not be on many minds right now, but..Major League Baseball … Continue reading →

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