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Author: rostie06

Please the introduction at the top of my page My disclaimer: 1) Fist and most of all nothing in this blog is meant to represent anyone or anything real or actual. In other words it is fantasy, jest and whimsical thinking. 2) Hence then and next of all, I am not liable for remarks found to be offensive just because the country you live in sees it that way. 3) Did I mention the following? Nothing written here is factual or absolute. If you listen to this rambling, it’s your fault not mine. Or in other words, ‘Don’t try this at home.” 4) If some soul comments on my comments, it’s all on them. It’s their words after all. And I am sure that they too would claim this disclaimer in their own rights. 5) I’m the one writing this and it in no way represents the opinion of any person, organization or world power that I might be involved with. 6) Did I mention that I am not liable for anything found here? It don’t matter what religion, ethnic background, sex, organization, fellowship, planet, or any other tag you use to describe yourself, this is NOT a cheap shot at you. (See number 1 above) 7) I assume all graphics used here on these pages are public domain. If you have rights to them notify me and they will be removed at once. 8) Content is the property of Roy Richard unless otherwise noted

The Ballad of Uncle Bud

Now Uncle Bud was thought to be a ‘good man’, who knew his demons by their first names.He occasionally fell prey to the temptations and call of Whiskey, Beer, Women and Dice. He was considered to be a snazzy gentleman, with cigarettes rolled in the sleeve of his white cotton tee shirt.His hair perfectly styled… Read More The Ballad of Uncle Bud

September 25, 2024September 21, 2025 rostie061 Comment

Where I Learned to Drink

Sugar and spice? Snips and snails? That’s what little boys and girls are made of? Not my generation, we came from something a little different. Start with the rock music of Alice Cooper, Bob Seger, Foghat, BTO and more. Disco and its constant nagging, never changing beat. Add some Mad Dog 2020, Boones Farm, Bartles… Read More Where I Learned to Drink

September 24, 2024September 21, 2025 rostie06Leave a comment

MY FRIEND by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

As the years come and go in a lifetime –There are changes made every day.We move away from our old friends –And meet new ones along the way.Ten years ago when I moved here –I’d get homesick and awfully blue –But the past few years have been happy.I’m sharing a friendship with you.I enjoy having… Read More MY FRIEND by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

September 4, 2024 rostie062 Comments

Are the Monsters Real?

Are the Monsters Real?I grew up with monsters like all baby boomers, You know the fictitious kind,Dracula, Frankenstein, The Wolfman, Godzilla, Oh, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon.But in truth, are all monsters in our lives, Only those of fairy tales and imagination?What if those horrors take on life? What if in truth they… Read More Are the Monsters Real?

August 4, 2024September 21, 2025 rostie061 Comment

Camping at Lake Kathryn by Katherine Cary Place

Camping at Lake Kathryn by Katherine Cary PlaceWe folks all planned to go and camp, just four were in the bunch,So, we packed out fishing tackle, and put up a scrumptious lunch,We had bacon, eggs and coffee, raisin bread, and ginger cake,The good old-fashioned kind, you know, like Mother used to make.We got a pretty… Read More Camping at Lake Kathryn by Katherine Cary Place

August 4, 2024 rostie06Leave a comment

I Got the Job

I Got the JobI can’t believe I got the job! Granny had been threatening me that I would have to move out of her basement if I didn’t begin to carry my weight. I do not understand, I’m a twenty-three-year-old man still trying to align his life goals. It was so unfair that mom and… Read More I Got the Job

August 3, 2024September 21, 2025 rostie06Leave a comment

The Passing of Summer by Katherine Cary Place

The Passing of Summer by Katherine Cary PlaceOld summer is over, I knew by the woodland, The songs of the birds are so hushed and so still,The brook through the meadow, how gently it’s flowing, The leaves turn to crimson down under the hill.Old summer is dying, and I am sighing, For the bright golden… Read More The Passing of Summer by Katherine Cary Place

July 31, 2024 rostie06Leave a comment

Tipsy by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

Tipsy by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillHow’s the kitty that you found –Sought for the local pound?I hear it (he? or she?) –Tipped its water dish – Oh me!Then ventured to the litter box –Came out clothed in shoes and socks.Then you had to give it a bath –Am surprised there was no wrath.Then you had to… Read More Tipsy by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

July 30, 2024 rostie06Leave a comment

Can I Just Walk Away

Can I Just Walk AwayCan I just walk away,Should I just walk away,Could I just walk away,I’m sure they would notice at first,After all I do take up space,But after a few days or weeks?Does my presence matter?Essentials will still be provided.Nothing hinges on my being here.In fact, it might be better,Without my influence or… Read More Can I Just Walk Away

July 29, 2024September 21, 2025 rostie06Leave a comment

Happy 25th To My Daisy Girl by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

Happy 25th To My Daisy Girl by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillFor years, every week – for our table you bought –Two bunches of daisies, from each pay-day you bought.There were yellow ones, that reminded me of compliments fine –For so many happened to call you ‘Sunshine’.There were blue ones – the same color as your eyes… Read More Happy 25th To My Daisy Girl by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

July 29, 2024 rostie06Leave a comment

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