Here To Stay

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Poem By: EdwardJBradleySr
Poetry

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Short lyrical poem with rhyming and rhythm which showcases the child's name as it is inserted into the poem by the person reading to the child.

A young child loves to hear the sound of his or her name as part of what is being read to them. This poem calls for the use of the child's full first, middle and last name, if the reader so chooses.

The 1st verse of this poem was taught and recited to me, repeatedly, in my early years by:

Mary Elizabeth Carroll (1885-1965), my grand-Aunt. Sister to my paternal grand-Mother. She taught 8th grade mathematics, from 1910 to 1955 at the Eastwood High School in the Syracuse, New York Public School System until she reached the then mandatory retirement age of 70 years. Never married. Graduated from the Cortland, N.Y. Normal School (now S.U.N.Y., Cortland). Upon the death of her father, John Carroll, became her immediate family's sole source of financial support as she was the oldest of 5 children. View table of contents...

Submitted: Nov 6, 2006 Reads: 831 Comments: 59 Likes: 15

HERE TO STAY

By E. J. T. BRADLEY and Mary Elizabeth Carroll

Mister/Miss **___________________**

Came To My/Our House One Day.

Not Just To Visit.

But Here To Stay.

Mister/Miss **___________________**

Sat And Ate Some Cake.

And Said, "What A Nice Home You Have,

But I Must Be Home Today."

Mister/Miss **___________________**

Finished Eating His/Her Cake.

And Said, "Thank You", Most Politely,

And Ran Home Right Away.

Mister/Miss **___________________**

Arrived Home Late That Day.

But Couldn’t Eat His/Her Dinner.

Did Too Much Cake Get in The Way?

* - Substitute The First and Last Name Of The Child To Whom You Are Reading.

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Comments:

Gem84

Thats real good, a great idea!!

Posted: Nov 6, 2006

Author Comment:

Thank you for your kind words. Good luck with your own submissions.

Ed Bradley.

Orual

I really enjoyed the nursery rhyme feel in these poems. Nothing too deep or pondersome, just a rhyming story, and one that would certainly be entertain a child. I thought the meter could have been a little more consistant, though. The first stanza is dactylic trimeter with some variation for name length and spacing. The last three are mostly iambic tetrameter. I just find the meter change a bit jarring.

Posted: Jan 6, 2007

Author Comment:

Orual:

Your comments were incredibly enjoyable. If I ever need to be cheered-up, in the future, I will not hesitate to re-read them.

You are, most certainly, a much more serious and knowledgeable student of literature and poetry than myself. Your use of the terms "dactylic trimeter" and "iambic tetrameter" are nearly meaningless to me. Though, when in the 11th grade, I did have one of the best English teachers ever to serve in a public or private school setting. And because of him I do recall the term "iambic pentameter". Though what it may mean remains a complete mystery to me.

You need not worry about my lack of technical poetry expertise. Nor need you take the time to try and enlighten me as to my own lack of this same knowledge. I do this for enjoyment and nothing more. With luck, some day, someone may pay me for my words. This is not that far-fetched when one considers the $-amounts "rap" artists are paid.

With respect to my poetry, I try to adhere to the use of rhyme and rhythm as well as have the same number of syllables in use within each corresponding line. Either within a verse or between multiple verses within the same poem. In the end, my "standard" is: How does it sound to me when read aloud?. Is it phonetically pleasing? Or is it not? And is the message adequate for what I am trying to communicate?

This poem and some others, which call for the use of a child's name, can present some problems. With respect to the line in which the child's name is used, in recitation to the child, some variations have to be tolerated. Most children, age 5 and under, would not find this to be at all "jarring".

My Main Purpose:

The child is just thrilled to hear his or her own name used in a presentation using both rhyme and rhythm. This makes them feel appreciated and that they are the focal point or the "center of attention" in the setting where and when the poem is being recited to them. This is why it is intended for use by parents and older siblings in a way which promotes "bonding" between these same children and their other family members.

Please comment on my other poems as you see fit. Your future comments will be welcome as well. Most certainly.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

rebel

I've been reading your stuff, and you're very talented. An inspiration to me, just your average 15- year old girl hoping to get her stories published. So thankyou for writing so well!

Posted: Jan 24, 2007

Author Comment:

rebel:

Thank you so much.

Will start reading all of your postings as well.

Can't tell you how much your kind words mean to me.

You're pretty terrific yourself.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Freckles

This was very cute! I liked it and it made me laugh!:) But I must say I liked reading your reply to the comment from Orual...haha...your pretty funny!

Posted: Jan 25, 2007

Author Comment:

Freckles:

Thank you for reading some of my work and for your kindly worded response. When compared to my other submissions, this particular poem has been read, thus far, by the greatest number. That, in itself, intrigues me.

The Booksie poet(s/ess') who, by way of their example (and in my opinion), can teach us the most about both the writing and presention of good poetry are: Bitter Irony, Orual, Beautiful Simplicity, zephyrmail, Tesseth, Saturday Night and a few others. Most say they are women. Along with a surprisingly high number who say they are teenagers. Interesting! Wouldn't you say?

Reading the work of other good writers helps the aspiring writer. By training the mind to recognize good writing and, then, to become a better writer, as a result. It also helps to have talent and to recognize and have faith in it in yourself. Talent, often, is inherited from one's forebears. Something else for which to be grateful.

Wish you the best in this and your other pursuits.

Again! Thank you for your kind words.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Annie Legend

Hi Ed,
I pressed the wrong button when replying to your comment on "Who's Behind the Door" just then (leaving it blank!!!) so had to find a way to tell you that your suggestion is excellent and I will add the clues when I give the answers in subsequent chapters.
By the way, this is a cute poem and a great idea for the little ones! Annie

Posted: Feb 15, 2007

Author Comment:

Annie:

Thank you.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

zephyrmail

What a delightful idea ! It's nice to write 'fun' poems. Children love hearing their own name in stories and poems. Mine always did !

Posted: Feb 25, 2007

Author Comment:

zephyrmail:

Thank you for saying so! My intent in posting it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

ddrandall

good job on this one ...loved it... and will be sharing with my family and friends

Posted: Apr 16, 2007

Author Comment:

ddrandall:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it and intend to use it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Emerick North

lovely. a novel idea.

Posted: Apr 19, 2007

Author Comment:

Emerick North:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it. Hope you know of a young child who like to hear it read to them. By you, their parent(s) or an older sibling.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

tesslee

that was really cute...ill have o try it on my 4 month old neice

Posted: Apr 27, 2007

Author Comment:

tesslee:

Thank you for the compliment. Hope it works. 4 months might be a bit young. It will work at some point. Most especially when she is able to recognize her own name.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

JL Musgrave

Cute! I'm sure children absolutely love it. I also wanted to commend you on the credits to your aunt.

Posted: May 14, 2007

Author Comment:

JL Musgrave:

Thank you for the compliment. On behalf of my grand-Aunt Mary as well.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Olola

Great.........My little brothers love cakes too... then again so do I. This will teach us a lesson...too much cake does get in the way. Keep up the good work.

Posted: May 14, 2007

Author Comment:

Olola:

Thank you for the compliment. Much appreciated.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

JustOneMoreChanceToSay

This is wonderful! It's great to have the interaction of the name, its also a good way to get children interested in poetry at a young age.
Well done again
Rhiannon
Justonemorechancetosay

Posted: Jun 6, 2007

Author Comment:

Rhiannon JustOneMoreChanceToSay:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it.

If Rhiannon is either your 1st or last name, would be interested to learn of it's origin. Read and comment on my "Self Love" poem and let me know. It's funny. Thank you.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley

Rowan Brooks

That was so entertaining! I loved it so much, I brought my little sister to the computer and read it to her! She loved it, and for the last hour has been asking me to read it to her over and over again!

Posted: Jun 12, 2007

Author Comment:

Rowan Brooks:

Thank you for the compliment/s. From you and, most of all, from your little sister. My intended audience. Glad you both liked it. Thank you again.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Robin M Swart

Mr Bradley,

I am very impressed by your writing, but what impressed me more was reading the comments on your work and your reply to criticism, i think thats what decides how succesful any artist is, and that is how compliments as well as criticism are handeled, thank you for sharing your work, it is greatly appreciated and certainly some of your works really entertaining,

Kind Regards

Robin Swart

Posted: Jun 13, 2007

Author Comment:

Robin M Swart:

Thank you for the compliments.

When it comes to criticism it helps to have "thick skin" on the surface of one's ego. Everyone is entitled to have and share their opinion/s. Even about the opinion/s of others.

My response/s to criticism is to focus on what is truly objective(the writing) or to not respond to the subjective or the personal. See no point in saying anything, in writing, which might cause me to make an enemy of someone who might, one day, become a friend. Or, at least, friendlier than they are now. Whatever that may mean. My way of not burning any bridges before crossing them. At least once.

Thank you again for your comments and kind words.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

ChibiMaeLynne

Very cute poem , and creative , too . But the visitor left after eating the cake...hrmmm

Posted: Jul 28, 2007

Author Comment:

ChibiMaeLynne:

Thank you for the compliment. And for the insight. Glad you liked it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

the Lame One

Great thing about you. you teach as well as inspire. doubt if i can stop reading your stuff or checking the coments you give to others and wondering when i will get good enough for you to read mine . You sir, is a legend here.

Posted: Jul 29, 2007

Author Comment:

the Lame One:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it.

Will find the time to read more of yours. Don't always comment though. And, usually, on poetry only.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Addicted2u

this poem was veryy nicee...read r story "dirty little secrets" and comment on it plzzz...tell us wat u think bout it

Posted: Aug 4, 2007

Author Comment:

Addicted2u:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it.

Will read your posting. Will do so momentarily. Don't always comment but you'll find out.

Thank you again.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Kathryn

I read dozens of storybooks and nursery rhymes to children and this definitely fit the mold. I like the whimsical feel to it and the hidden lessons. The only thing that perplexes me is the use of capitalization. What was your purpose for doing it the way you did?

Posted: Aug 6, 2007

Author Comment:

Kathryn:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it.

Please be informed: I have never been a great or serious student of poetry or literature. As a result there is no point in my trying to discuss my work in comparison to the great published masters. Of antiquity or of more modern times.

Sometime, in my late 20's to late 30's, became intensely interested in expressing myself by way of poetry and/or editorial writing. For a wide variety of reasons and purposes. Can't say why. Over time new issues and ideas present themselves and will undertake to write about them.

Most of the time. I like to think my muse is the Holy Spirit. Though, in reviewing some of my output, I have been forced to conclude, this has not always been the case. In some such instances, though well written, this work will not be posted. Ever.

With respect to my use of capitalization: This is my way of stressing the importance of each word. The idea being, in other words, "each word counts or matters". This may be seen, by some, as "affectation". Perhaps it is. For some reason it just makes sense to me to do it this way. At times.

Some of my poems are written this way. For example, if you were to read "Love Intended #1 & #2", you'll find a similarly strong reliance on punctuation as well. While in the process of writing a poem, certain issues/details present themselves to me. In an attempt to place emphasis. On how it may appear to the eye of the reader or to the ear of the person hearing it when read aloud. I guess.

Most of the issues, others have with my poetry, are discussed at length in the "Comment" section appended to each poem. So you are invited to read them. Thus far, my most popular poetic postings are: "Here To Stay", "Poems", "The Spirit", "Close Harmony", "Limerick For Life", "Long In The Tooth", "Katie Anne", "Emma Lee", "A Poem", "Navy Gravy", "Self Love", "Love Intended", "You're A Wow (For Baby Girls)", "Old Rockhard City", "Christmas Ditty", "Fuzzy Wuzzy", "Funny Bunny", "St. Patrick Meets Clancy" and "Our Grampa Ed". Not to belabor the point. Or you. Really! Oh! Well!

The "Epitaph" series is mildly popular but deals with more serious and adult issues. Nor are they at all funny. Except for "Epitaph 4".

Opinion pieces are all adult, topical and serious. More informative than entertaining. They take longer to read.

Hope you take the time to read the rest of them. Would like read your comments and have you "rate" them as well.

Thank you again.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Frances Gail

I liked this one, it is a good idea to put the child's own name in it. I was a teacher, and I agree children like to have their name in something such as a rhyme or poem, I would think it would make them giggle, which is the response you would like.

Posted: Aug 9, 2007

Author Comment:

Frances Gail:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it and agree with it's intended purpose.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

(not registered user)

very innocent and can be enjoyed by any age, a fun read, it made me smile.
i cant help that you are so modest in you words in replying to commetns, its a good quality on this site, i hope to be able to write such meanignlful and enjoyable pieces, i write mostly short stories so i know that you may not comment, but just seeeing an extra read is very encouraging.
lionheart.

Posted: Aug 25, 2007

Author Comment:

Lionheart:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it.

You will do some good writing of your own. When the time comes. My approach is to put the words on paper(or wordprocessing) as I would like to hear or say them. By others or myself.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

lady clarissa

seems u are the most sought after author and rightly so another fantastic reaction from my boys two thumbs up ..

Posted: Sep 6, 2007

Author Comment:

lady clarissa:

Thank you again for the compliment. And for reading my work.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Narduchil

Very nice, it was sort of humorous at the end. a nice poem i really enjoyed it. Inquisitive and inspiring all at once.

Posted: Sep 8, 2007

Author Comment:

Narduchil:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Qcontinu

Very cleverly written poem on your part. Of course I am no proffesional on poems but I believe you have done an excellent job.

Posted: Sep 12, 2007

Author Comment:

Qcontinu:

Thank you for the compliment. Glad you liked it. Hope you can share it with someone who can read it to their young child. Hope you can as well.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

cris x

AHAH that is so cute

Posted: Jan 6, 2008

Author Comment:

cris x:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Drake Seraphrin Draconis

very interesting idea...it intrigued me so i read it...and it didn't disappoint...very well written my friend

Posted: Feb 11, 2008

Author Comment:

Drake Seraphrin Draconis:

Thank you again.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

paulenns

wow great for kids Ed I love It Keep up the good work Sir

Posted: Apr 8, 2008

Author Comment:

paulenns:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

vahndelfire

are you a childrens novleist

Posted: Apr 10, 2008

Author Comment:

vahndelfire:

Why do you ask? Just wondering! The answer is:

No! Write poetry and op. ed. articles/editorials. Mainly. Have not attempted fiction of any kind. Yet. Though some critics (of my editorials) may disagree.

Hope you enjoyed reading this. This is an idea, I have worked with for years. Based on my own personal experience with my father's maternal Aunt Mary Elizabeth Carroll.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Pratibha

This reminded me of my son.....wow....

I read it thrice....

Pressed the I like it button effortlessly.....

Posted: Apr 20, 2008

Author Comment:

Pratibha:

Thank you for reading, commenting, the compliment and the "I Like It" vote. Children enjoy hearing their name/s placed in a poem as it is being read to them.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

SCYFI Bowtie

Quickly gave the "I Like" a tap. very good.

Posted: Apr 30, 2008

Author Comment:

SCYFI Bowtie:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the "I Like It" vote.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Koko

Oh,this is just so much fun. I love most anything written for children...

Posted: May 13, 2008

Author Comment:

Koko:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Pratibha

i read it again Ed...could not get enough of it....each time i read , i promise myself to remember this to read out to my son...i am saving this in my mail...

Posted: May 21, 2008

Author Comment:

Pratibha:

Thank you for reading, commenting and your wonderful compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

missbritian101

Aha I liked that one lots ;p Its really cute. Im gonna read it to my baby sister. and maybe to my future children ;] I loved it.

Posted: May 25, 2008

Author Comment:

missbritian101:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. This will work with most, if not all, pre-school children who have not become jaded by exposure to "adult-fare" TV.

Thank you again.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Susan Hartline Fouts

That is so adorable. I want to recite it to my granddaughter.

Posted: May 28, 2008

Author Comment:

Susan Hartline Fouts:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

By all means, do recite it to your grand-daughter. She will love to hear your voice as you recite it to her.

Thank you again.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Anna17

That was a very cute poem. I have not heard anything like it in a while. I always love reading simple poetry because it reminds of of the constant child in all of us. The poem is very well writen! Hope you take a look at my novel as well as my poems, I love seeing people's comments!

Posted: Jun 5, 2008

Author Comment:

Anna17:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Will read your postings and will cast "I Like It" votes for them. At times without commenting. Since I don't write and have not posted any fictional material, myself, I am not inclined to comment on and/or critique the same kind of work. Posted by others.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Dark Skylight

nice nice,couzy,haha.Its very nice,short,and simple poem.You didnt used much words,and poem was short.Short,but you still managed to say everything,and people really think about that poem after they read it.I like poems wich are short,simple.Short and simple,but they still have that something,that something that says everything.

Posted: Jun 6, 2008

Author Comment:

Dark Skylight:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Bradtruscott

I have read a couple of your writings now (I will be reading more), and you're so talented. You are truly an inspiration to me, just your average 19- year old guy hoping and praying to get his stories noticed. So, thanks so much for that

~Brad

Posted: Jun 9, 2008

Author Comment:

Bradtruscott:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

ShannaStecca

great nursery ryhm, very touching

Posted: Jun 13, 2008

Author Comment:

ShannaStecca:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

dreaming of you

This will appeal to the English children too . such things cross so many barriers and can even help build bridges.
thankyou.

Posted: Jun 26, 2008

Author Comment:

dreaming of you:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Happy to hear your thoughts about it's applicability. To many other societies and cultures.

If you have not done so already, please read and rate my postings of:

1. "Love Intended: #1, #2 & #3",

2. "Excitement Inspired....",

3. "Limerick For Life" &

4. "Self Love".

Thank you! Again!

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley

Zia Jaycee

Very cute, very nursery rhyme but I loved it :)

Posted: Jul 7, 2008

Author Comment:

Zia Jaycee:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

MyBrokenDarling

A very nice poem and a very interesting idea.

Posted: Jul 18, 2008

Author Comment:

MyBrokenDarling:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Goldenglow

this is different but very nice. i like the idea of it all!! Great poem!

Posted: Jul 29, 2008

Author Comment:

Goldenglow:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Glad you liked it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

gabrielbrum

Quite good for little children. I is good for the child to get involved in the poem by adding the name. Cool!

Posted: Jul 31, 2008

Author Comment:

gabrielbrum:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Glad you liked it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Nomurcee187

Good Job!

Posted: Aug 6, 2008

Author Comment:

Numurcee187:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

DiscoveredDream

Aww. This one made me laugh, -Adores- Thank you Ed.!

-DD

Posted: Aug 18, 2008

Author Comment:

DiscoveredDream:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

DiscoveredDream

Aw, My daughter will love this one. Thank you Ed

-DD

Posted: Aug 18, 2008

Author Comment:

DiscoveredDream:

Again! Thank you! My intended purpose will be fulfilled. If your daughter is pleased to hear you read it to her.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Haylieee Hamiltonnn

i loved it! it was very cute! the kids that i baby-sit always have me read it to them over and over again. they love it :]

Posted: Sep 1, 2008

Author Comment:

Hayliee Hamiltonnn:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Happy to hear it is also appreciated by the children you baby-sit and to whom you read it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Tinkalee

Great Work Ed!
This is amazing, I know what i will be reading to my little cousins and my own kids. I thought poems for children is disappearing from the face of earth but I guess i was wrong :)
Glad to be proven wrong!

Posted: Oct 5, 2008

Author Comment:

Tinkalee:

Thank you for reading, commenting and your warm glowing compliment/s.

There is a need for such poems. Much more than Entertainment Tonight may want to think.

Again! Thank you!

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Riobald

Hello Ed, Great interactive poem! I always know where to come when I am looking for a chuckle and a smile. I also think that interactive poems such as this one is really cool because you are right, children really do like to hear their names in stories and poems. I know that I always did!

Posted: Oct 7, 2008

Author Comment:

Riobald:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. This was one of my favorites as well.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

ddolenc

Good for very young kids.

Posted: Nov 6, 2008

Author Comment:

ddolenc:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Yes! I agree! Obviously!

Again! Thank you!

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Moonlight7396

Aw thats a cute poem! i can use that when im babysitting!

Posted: Nov 8, 2008

Author Comment:

Moonlight7396:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Glad you liked and intend to use it. Should be a "hit" with the child to whom you are reading, when they may hear their own name used.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

PamelaP

I love this Edward. I read it aloud to my husband using our grandaughter's name in the gaps. Please would you give me permission to print it out to take with me next time I visit? She loves to have stories read to her, and I try to use one's that I can include her name, I know she would love this.
Pam

Posted: Nov 10, 2008

Author Comment:

PamelaP:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the warm compliment.

Yes! Please print and take it with you when you visit your grand-daughter! Insert your grand-daughter's name into the text and, after reading it to her, make a present of it to her as well. You might want to insert her name into the title also. That way, she can have it to cherish, read and/or have it read to her. By others, at a later time.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Ani Zody

I like this poem. It made me laugh, because my mom would do this to her friends when she was little. Keep writing and I hope you get published some day!!!

Posted: Nov 16, 2008

Author Comment:

Ani Zody:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Much appreciated. Hope you can use it with pre-school children as well.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Geoff Groom

well EJB
it seems to me
that children gather happily
around your poetical and caring knee

You have a wonderful gift of spreading happiness

thx

Posted: Nov 30, 2008

Author Comment:

Geoff Groom:

Thank you for reading, your most thoughtful comments and the compliment. Much appreciated. Glad you liked it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

EwanMac

Excellent poem! I will have to recite this to my nephew when I next see him.

Posted: Dec 11, 2008

Author Comment:

EwanMac:

Thank you for reading, commenting, the compliment and "I Like It" vote. Most appreciated. Glad you liked it. Hope your nephew does as well. I'm sure he will.

Again! Thank you!

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

Cobra Midnight

Very good! I liked it and the subtituting part was coolio

Posted: Dec 14, 2008

Author Comment:

Cobra Midnight:

Thank you for reading, commenting and the compliment. Most appreciated. Glad you liked it.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

frostbitemint

That was a very nicely written poem. Keep up the good work!

Posted: Jan 1, 2009

Author Comment:

frostbitemint:

Thank you for reading, commenting, the compliment and "I Like It" vote. Most appreciated.

Have a Happy & Successful 2009.

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

RQBBAN

Hmm, gotta try this one to my younger cousins sometime. Have you studied psychology?

Posted: Jan 3, 2009

Author Comment:

RQBBAN:

Thank you for reading, the comment and "I Like It" vote. Most appreciated. I think you'll find it will work well with your young cousins.

I have taken a few college courses in psychology. In grad school, there were some courses in organizational psychology which, at the time, were billed as "Organizational Development".

Again! Thank you!

Happy trails,

Ed Bradley.

loveXisXaXlie

You were correct, I do like your poetry. I do adore lyrical poetry quite a lot, though I believe I don't exactly have a knack for it. I will definately read more of your poetry soon.

Peace. Love. J.

Posted: Jan 8, 2009

Author Comment:

loveXisXaXlie:

Thank you for reading, commenting, the compliment and "I Like It" vote. Most appreciated.

With respect to your choice of a Booksie name: In my view, love is thoroughly well disguised. Beyond the ability of most to recognize it. What many may think is love is not love at all. Hence, the disappointment.

Love is a lot like happiness or success. In that all are most elusive.

My postings entitled:

"Love Intended: #1, #2 & #3",

"Epitaphs 6 & 7 (Dark Night)" &

"Limerick For Life", I like to think, may give a more apt approximation of what it is. Or is not.

Again! Thank you!

Happy traila,

Ed Bradley.

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Other writing by EdwardJBradleySr Legislation: Domestic Care-Givers Epitaphs 6 & 7 (Dark Night Of The Soul!) POEMS Friends In Close Harmony Name Game More..

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