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WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at 23:27:35 (EDT)

The guestbook is getting huge, so it's really time to clean it out. Actually, I should've done that a few months ago, but got busy. Soooo, if no one objects, I'll clear the guestbook out tonight or tomorrow. The current entries will be saved in the Guestbook Archives (see for example Previous Guestbooks). This way, we'll have a new, fresh, guestbook as we head into regional and national slam season. My best to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Tuesday, April 13, 2004 at 14:29:09 (EDT)

Enjoyed the slam try-out competition, good luck with nationals. Shot out to Mona!!!
Kyle <cayleg@cox.net>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, April 10, 2004 at 22:40:45 (EDT)

well, it's better then Cosmos the pickle poet, or Dilly the Kid!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Saturday, April 10, 2004 at 10:53:18 (EDT)

Cosmos . . . "The Blue Shaman" !?!?!?!?!?! perfect. I'm in.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Saturday, April 10, 2004 at 10:15:38 (EDT)

As much as i'd like to Welcome Rah-fu tonight, mom's sick with sinus stuff. I hope everyone has a good night of poetry. I got couple more peices done. And if Shaman is open i call dibs!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, April 08, 2004 at 19:17:29 (EDT)

"Rah-Fu The Omega Prodigal Son" Damn! I want to say that shit on a microphone. I love it. Rah-Fu TOPS. peace/love, Ray
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, April 08, 2004 at 10:33:13 (EDT)

All hail king Rah-Fu, now say it with me now... alternate who? if Lib...I mean Rah's words are true that means that if the team is with it than I can actually compete with them @ Nationals, that made me feel real good, I cannot lie, and if we go from 4 to 5, we could definitely shut it down in STL.... Such an exciting revelation 'Fu, keep us posted on any new developments, signing off the unAlternate.. d. brasco
d.brasco <donney@simplebutdope.com>
brc, lala USA - Wednesday, April 07, 2004 at 21:54:04 (EDT)

I've got brand new news for all poets.Liberty the Crazy Shaman is not my name anymore,my new name is Rah-Fu The Omega Prodigal Son.A New Name will bring forth a new attitude,a new conscience,and a new beginning of artistic performance to enhanse the way we all think about THE ART OF POETRY.The news don't stop there The 2004 April Slam Masters Meeting has concluded Lots of work was done,and I mean lots of it get ready for this.1st-Austin Texas will host NPS 2006!!!2nd-The 3+5 bout format is in place for NPS in St.Louis.This means that teams will perform three poems per bout instead of four as always been done at NPS.The upside is that now up to 80 teams can come out and play shattering last years record by 17 more teams.Also teams may range from 3 to 5 poets meaning our alternate Donnie Brasco can perform at Nationals.Also The Poets on the team can perform at any time in that team's bout meaning XERO Skidmore can perform all three times in our teams bout while the other team members watch.The New Executive Council Members are Cynthia Fench,Taylor Mali,Scott Woods,and Kimberly Simms.Well,There you have the NPS Rules that was voted on at the slam masters meeting more news will come up soon.So Kate,Mona,Donnie,Xero,and Pimp you all can make the proper adjustments for the 2004 NPS in St.Louis Good Luck.
Rah-Fu The Omega Prodigal Son
New National Slam Rules, La USA - Tuesday, April 06, 2004 at 12:37:43 (EDT)

Holy Hell!!! It's amazing that it all came together like this. To be honest I put myself in an awkward position. I was the main person pushing to do the team selection differently this year. I felt like once the slam resurfaced at The Moon after being on hiatus we had to mix it up, not because anything was wrong with the old way but because I felt we needed people to be excited about the slam again. I know how critical our slam fans can be but I tried to never let on how scared I was that it would backfire on me. I have a new appreciation for what Ray did all those years. Eliminating the "first to sign, last to read" rule was tough. The best poets usually take it seriously enough to get there early and increase their chances of capitalizing on the score creep. That's fine for the weekly slams but for trials pretty much everybody got there on time, if not early, and Mona and I thought pulling numbers would make it as fair as possible, knowing that either of us could have pulled a 1 or a 2 our damn selves. I'm not saying all of this to pat myself or Mona on the back. I'm saying it because she and I took some chances and the slam community trusted our judgement, even when they didn't understand or agree with some of the choices that were made. People like Donney, Knowlege, Taaj, and Madelyn took it on the chin for some of the calls we had to make as they accepted pulling crappy numbers, suffering faulty equipment, or being told that the only way they could read that night was to go first because they weren't present when numbers were pulled! Thank you guys for being patient, mature, and forgiving of me. Thank you for making the slam what it is. The team hasn't had a chance to sit down and talk about who will be our coach. We'll let you guys know as soon as that decision is made. Peace poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, April 04, 2004 at 20:26:23 (EDT)

just droppin to say that the slam this past Thursday was one of the most exhilirating experiences I've ever been involved in since i started performing poetry. To go down to the wire with a slam veteran and poetess supreme such as Kate Makkai was one of the most memorable moments. Congrats again to Kate for gaining the official final spot, I have got to be the happiest alternate in the country, because the team that has been selected will be THE BEST in the country when it's all over....and I'll get to be right there cheering them to victory without having all of the agony and stress of competing (though i wouldn't backed away from it). At any rate '04 will be BR's year if all goes properly with registering and everything...The best team ever and if anyone can think of a better one they must have Jesus as their anchor poet. Peace out team... Soul Fusion spoken word/live music event THIS MONDAY @ Sherwood Forest Country Club, for more info visit www.simplebutdope.com . Later, D. Brasco
The '04 Alternate <donney@simplebutdope.com>
USA - Saturday, April 03, 2004 at 17:49:42 (EST)

Hey Mike, check you're email I sent to you that Miss Mona Webb told me to give ya.I would like to know who is or will be the team coach?With a team like that with loads of experience they might not need one.Nevertheless,I thought the slams turned out just well this year.And I think the best team that could represent Baton Rouge with the love and grace you showed has been choosen.I had a lot of fun trying new things and all I've experience personal best in reguards to climing up ranks from the last two slam finals I went through I guess I can be happy about that.With all that The 2004 Kentucky Fried Regional Poetry Slam will take place in Miami,Florida June 10-12 the website is www.sfpsmiami.com and Nationals will take place in St.Louis Missouri.
Liberty <Libertycrazyshaman2003@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge , La USA - Friday, April 02, 2004 at 19:08:48 (EST)

What was the outcome of the tie-breaker?!!!! Who's the 4th slam member, and who's the alternate?!!! Those of us not in BR are dying to know. I had a great time seeing everyone last week (where were ya, Bard Dog???). Y'all really have a first class Slam going, and it inspired me to be around all of you again.

On another subject - someone from LSU is trying to reach Knowledge. Knowledge, if you're out there, shoot me an email at melancon@moonlark.org, and I'll send her contact info on to you. If anyone talks to Knowledge, could y'all pass the message.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, April 02, 2004 at 13:09:28 (EST)

CONGRATS to all of you who performed because the final round was one to remember. To top things off, a slam-off tiebreaker underlined the event and showed just how difficult it was to obtain a spot on the team. JOB WELL DONE. Kate and Brasco, you guys took it to another level and rocked the house. Peace.
P.I.M.P. <jcwalker82@hotmail.com>
Donaldsonville, LA USA - Friday, April 02, 2004 at 11:44:19 (EST)

Congrads to Kate and Donni but does anyone know waht my score was?
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Friday, April 02, 2004 at 00:07:34 (EST)

::pulls out his Zippo lighter:: HELL YEAH! i sure am!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, April 01, 2004 at 12:03:06 (EST)

It's going down tonight, so everybody BRING THE HEAT!!!
P.I.M.P. <jcwalker82@hotmail.com>
Donaldsonville, LA USA - Thursday, April 01, 2004 at 11:36:28 (EST)

i choose Cosmos cause Cosmic Ass was getting tired and i was like grrrrrrrrr and then Dilly the Kid >_
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 22:15:22 (EST)

I once made the mistake of asking Pimp to think about changing his stage name. The only problem I had with it was the fear that other people would hold it against him before they even heard him, and then at nationals I actually saw it happen. Still, Pimp was unshaken. I chose the name xero primarily because all the best spoken word artists I knew of at the time(very few)had cool stage names and secondly because most of the stage names I had heard were extremely egotistical like "Superpoet" or "Verse-God" and shit like that. I picked xero because I wanted to show everyone that a poet can be humble and still be good. Pimp chose his name to show everyone that things aren't always what they seem and I think he's doing just that. Generally, I think tolerance is about accepting people on their terms and not just the one's we are comfortable with. RC you used to not be comfortable calling me xero, remember. You overcame that, you can overcome this. I have faith in you, Junk Bard Dog! I'll see all yall at the slam and yall can call me what you want, just don't call me when I'm low on minutes! Peace poet and patrons.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 19:27:11 (EST)

hey yall, i jsut thought i'd say (here)congratulations to xero, pimp, and mona, all deserving of their spots. the format is different this year, but it's forcing us to bring our "A" game, i like it! i think i've had more fun these past 3wks in poetry than i've had since i started performing--still, it is very intense. kate, you delivered a very creative, emotional, and hot piece last thursday, what i like about your writing is that it exudes excellence. everybody was HOT thursday, lets see what this thursday brings! love yall...taaj
taaj
USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 18:43:57 (EST)

what up PIMPS, James's and Barn Dogs, it's Donney B. wishin all of the final competitors good luck in the last slam for nationals. Whether u call 'em by their stage name or their government one the team BR got right now is hotter than Satan with gonorreah... can someone say throwback to the '02 squad? I feel like if e'rrything is straight with REGISTRATION this year, Baton Rouge can not only be standing on the final stage, but holdin up the trophy when its ovee...oh yeah y'all don't forget u got our Regional title to defend, so hold it down! The only real question is who's gonna anchor a team full of bonafide anchors? hmmm only time will tell....Well, i'm out, SOUL FUSION April 5th featuring "Rage" for more info visit www.simplebutdope.com Holla y'all
donney b. <donney@simplebutdope.com>
brc, la USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 14:05:04 (EST)

RC allow ME to apologize for not putting it in a better way. You're a cool dude in my eyes, it's just that I WILL be defensive when it comes to that because what I do I put my heart into, right down to the name.... and sometimes people don't want to see it for the meaning I put onto it because they may feel as if I'm hiding behind it to make it seem as though I have the "big pimpin" mentality. You know as well as I do, I have MUCH respect for myself, so with this in mind it doesn't bother me to take something that would seem so humiliating to oneself, and turn it into something that makes you say "hmmm". It's about being "creative" and "unique", and I feel that I tie that knot tightly around my name. I am ONE with what I do, so separated from the name I just couldn't be me. And... I guess people will just have to accept that or stay at arms length. It's all cool with me. Peace.
P.I.M.P.
Donaldsonville, LA USA - Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 13:37:16 (EST)

Oh, just to make it clear, I meant no disrespect. Please accept my apology. Piece, out
RC
USA - Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 09:32:25 (EST)

Com'on PIMP, lightin up man, it's RC. The word just don't flow off my tounge that easy that's all. Piece man
WOOF!!!
USA - Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 09:12:14 (EST)

To whomever can't accept my name for what I created it to be, know that I didn't have you in mind when I thought of it; therefore, I don't give a F*CK how you feel. Peace. Have a nice day.
P.I.M.P. <jcwalker82@hotmail.com>
Donaldsonville, LA USA - Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 01:03:13 (EST)

Kudos to Xero, James(sorry, I just feel uncomfortable calling someone PIMP) and Miss Mona. Y’all are gonna be great! Sorry I missed the show last night but I do hope to be there for the finale’.
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, March 26, 2004 at 16:52:59 (EST)

Cleaning out your Office

Along with the usual paper clips
and rubber bands one would expect.
There were bad memories of the ex and
Glamour Shots portraits of a later girlfriend,
whose beauty had long since been forgotten.
The gold anchor Pop wore around his neck,
found tucked away in a manila envelope
along with Nana’s hymnal and my regrets.
Remains of no less than six good ole dogs in
the form of old medication and veterinary receipts.
Pieces and parts of a favorite boat left un-sailed
since back before the first Bush was ever planted.
X-rays of a broken arm and a stack of old statements
paid, only to be told I wasn’t crazy, just depressed.
The result of entangling avocation with vocation.
It’s amazing how much angst can accumulate
in one little office over just twenty-three years.
Woof!!!
USA - Friday, March 26, 2004 at 16:44:24 (EST)

where y'at, BR? holla at cha people in the Crescent City & let me know how it's going...
Karama Sadaka <karamasadaka@yahoo.com>
NO, LA USA - Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at 19:34:34 (EST)

Damn! The guestbook hasn't seen this much action since Woodstock!!! It's great to see so many of you guys signing on. I will definitely be on hand for the next round of competition. Everyone is on pins and needles, poets are actually performing, judges are leaving through the back door,...this is the slam I fell in love with. I hope we all can make this enthusiasm last beyond the choosing of the team. Peace, poets and patrons.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, March 22, 2004 at 18:49:07 (EST)

What's up everyone? Glad to say that I am going to be in Baton Rouge this week and will be able to check out the 3rd round of the Slam Team trials. I'm very much looking forward to seeing everyone. Xero and Pimp - many congratulations to you both. I know that you and the other 3 team members, whomever they may be, will represent Baton Rouge with talent, panache, and ferocity.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, March 22, 2004 at 16:46:46 (EST)

Thanks everybody! I'm sure the next two slams will be even more intense!!! Give it your ALL and leave EVERYTHING on the mic. I can't wait to see what happens next. Peace.
P.I.M.P. <jcwalker82@hotmail.com>
Donaldsonville, LA USA - Monday, March 22, 2004 at 13:31:05 (EST)

Congratulations Pimp! It was great to see you. Where is Dorian? What happen to you Cosmos; you look all. . . studley and I don't know. . .grown up lookin.' I know its been a while since I've been to the slam but damn, you had a growth spurt or somethin'. How come RC didn't read? Somebody make him. Ru it was great to see you too. I really miss the slam and all of you poets. Two spots left on the team--can't wait to see who gets in. Keep it real--its about the poetry--all the way to the end. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, - Monday, March 22, 2004 at 12:10:59 (EST)

I awoke this morning to a new poem, not that much different than anyone else’s verse… or vice yet… my own. Most likely the fall out of more really bad barroom theater than poetry, …still stanzas, written as only here. Where you can’t hear those stutters of indecision … and the supposition that is the art of spoken word. So much more than anything that’s ever been printed … here…or anywhere else for that matter. I guess that’s why we stand up and do what we do. Best wishes to all those who brave one of the few passions we’re granted and over the next two weeks … beckon me listen more than I already do ….so I keep coming back AND … don’t have to use all these f***ing periods to emphasize my dramatic, gratuitous pauses!!! p. s. it was too late in the evening to use that
thing and actually break this down into something that resembled a real poem.
WOOF!!!
GOTTA SURF PORN NOW, USA - Sunday, March 21, 2004 at 01:51:10 (EST)

Thanks, Dorian. I'm more than sure you'll make the St. Louis team if you haven't already. I apologize for not making it out to the slam last night. After worked last and came over to help set up the stage I just didn't have anything left. Hey, at least I was successful in begging "The Godfather" Ray Sibley to attend. I'll definitely be at the next one. Until then, I love yall. Pimp, welcome to the team. This is our year, dawg! Peace, poets and patrons.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, March 19, 2004 at 18:25:10 (EST)

What's up everybody?...it's been a mintue since I have been on here....anyway....Congrats to Pimp and Xero, I wish I could have been there to see the two of you perform....I don't think that I will be able to slam out there, so to all of you who slam...good luck.....I'll see you when you get to st louis........peace
Dorian <poetikphenom@aol.com>
St. Louis, MO USA - Friday, March 19, 2004 at 14:38:28 (EST)

I guess everyone is still hung over from all the poetry and fellowship last night. Again teh place was PACKED, seats were hard to find. Last night saw two vets. walk in the door Ru and RAY sporting a new beard. Though eithe rread the list was full with 14 poets. The list was graced with Clifford B. Young and Knowledge (as well 12 other GREAT poets). In the end Pimp took the win and the second slot on the team, But only by ONE POINT ahead of Knowledge. I'm sure Liberty will come in later with teh score.
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Friday, March 19, 2004 at 09:22:35 (EST)

Hey yall, this xero. I'm chillin' out. I was really happy to see so so many of you attend the slam last week. I'm proud to be representing Baton Rouge this year and look forward to seeing who else joins me on the team. I'm not getting out as much as I used to. I'm trying to focus my attentions more on getting custody of my daughter, but I'm still behind the scenes helping out Mona and Kate. Fatherhood comes before poetry yet I plan to pull more than my weight when the time to compete is at hand. I love you all and I'm always just a phone call or mouse click away. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at 18:58:06 (EST)

hey people its been awhile so how is everyone? Man it looks like someone is still flooding the site.
trey
USA - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at 09:01:41 (EST)

Hey poets! I don't know if y'all remember me, but my friend Chris and I used to go to a lot of the slams 'cause we love hearing y'all. Just wanted to let everyone know that I am finally a published author! Not poetry, though. But, if you like the outdoors, you might be interested in my book, "50 Hikes in Louisiana: Walks, Hikes, and Backpacks in the Bayou State," by Janina Baxley (that's my real name) and published by The Countryman Press. Yes, Virginia, there ARE hiking trails in Louisiana. :) You can get it online or at most bookstores in the state. I am living in Asheville, NC, these days but am planning a trip back down to Baton Rouge in April ... hope to make it to one of the slams while I am down there. ---Nina
Nina Baxley <beau_baxley@yahoo.com>
Asheville, NC USA - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at 14:39:16 (EST)

Congratulations Xero! Wish I coulda been there. I will be there this Thursday.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at 08:55:28 (EST)

Not manby pictures here. Vika.
italian charm bracelets <italiancharms@yahoo.com>
New York, NY USA - Sunday, March 14, 2004 at 23:47:15 (EST)

Namaste.
Crillq
USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 18:01:10 (EST)

Libraty, it's Madaline Hatter! not Hader, sorry :P
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 16:37:20 (EST)

i had fun last night, poetry was HOTTTTTT! xero was HOTTTTTT! we all were HOTTTTTT! till next wk... peace....and remember..POETRY ALLIANCE SKATE PARTY!!! sunday, march 28, 6p-8p...DONT MISS IT! (skate galaxy)
taaj freeman <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
wherever, u r USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 14:36:54 (EST)

i had fun last night, poetry was HOTTTTTT! xero was HOTTTTTT! we all were HOTTTTTT! till next wk... peace....and remember..POETRY ALLIANCE SKATE PARTY!!! sunday, march 28, 6p-8p...DONT MISS IT!
taaj freeman <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
wherever, u r USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 14:36:14 (EST)

last night's slam was real hot. the competition was fierce but there wasn't that usual level of tension amongst the competitors, everyone seem to really having a good time which made it easy no matter who won. shout out to Xero for again proving why he's probably the best in the nation, hopefully i can catch that spot with you... until next week, i'll holla at y'all...bring friends cuz we aint even have Mona or Kate competing last night, so believe the stakes are bout to go up a little but more.... Donney B.
Donney Brasco <donney@simplebutdope.com>
baton rouge , la USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 13:41:38 (EST)

The 1st round of the 2004 National Poetry Slam Team Tryouts was a success.We had 5 judges,2 time keepers,a score keeper,and 10 poets.Here are the scores.1st place was Xero Skidmore earning a spot on the National Slam Team with a 28.1,2nd Donnie Brasco 27.8,3rd Taaj 27.7,4th Pimp 27.4,5th Liberty 27.1,6th Madaline Hader 26.8,7th Ellis 24.2,8th D'Chyper 23.9,9th Ghost 23.7,and 10th Illiento 23.7.With Xero earning the first spot there are 3 spots left so poets judges spectators come out to the Spanish Moon Thursday Night at 7:00pm Sharp the book closes for all poets at 7:30.Oh one thing we had like 3 poets that went over the time limit.So remember we will be timed.
Liberty,The Crazy Shaman <Libertysmooth@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 12:04:14 (EST)

WHO WON? WHO IS THE FIRST? WILL SOMEBODY PLEASE POST THE NAME OF LAST P.M.'S WINNER! PLEASE!!!
elijah
USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 10:24:35 (EST)

I don't know if the bar was raised for the next three try outs, But seeems alot of peeps Labido's were raised tonight :p F***IN AWSOME SLAM TONIHGT!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Friday, March 12, 2004 at 00:56:32 (EST)

ALLRIGHT!!! One of the closing lines from “VERBose VERBrato” comes to fruition! I’m in, but I’ve got one question on the logistics. How do we know how to place our bets if the roster hasn’t been completed?
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, March 11, 2004 at 15:51:39 (EST)

i'm taking side bets as to who will win the first round in the slam, the stakes will be high and the favorites will come out swingin'. anyone interested in makin a lil quick cash meet me on the 2nd level @ Spanish Moon and approximately 6:21pm...........THE GAMBLER
The Gambler
USA - Thursday, March 11, 2004 at 14:51:33 (EST)

Wish I was going to be there for the first round of team trials tonight (Thurs). It looks like I will be in for the 3rd round on the 25th, though. Looking forward to seeing everyone! Trey, sorry about your guestbook troubles. If it keeps giving you trouble, email me (see addr above).
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, March 11, 2004 at 01:38:31 (EST)

hmmm thats weird i posted 3 messages but for some unknown reason *knows it was really the evil winged monkies* they didnt show up *mumbles " ill get you you damn dirty monkies"
Trey
USA - Wednesday, March 10, 2004 at 15:21:57 (EST)

oops i forgot the address. 3445 seracedar street baton rouge
roger kees <rkees@cox.net>
USA - Friday, March 05, 2004 at 21:58:06 (EST)

hello you all, wanted to everyone know that we are having a poetry party in my garage friday march 19 at seven 0 clock. everyone is welcome. come and read or listen.
roger kees <rkees@cox.net>
USA - Friday, March 05, 2004 at 21:55:09 (EST)

HEY! XERO! think the owner of Spainish Mooon would let me do a photo art project there?
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 19:32:55 (EST)

Ok, I’ve heard enough hype about Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of the Christ”, I wanna see Mel Brooks’ version! (Yeah, nothings sacred with the dog.) How’d the Slam go? I suspect turn out was great based on the way it’s been going. I really had planned on coming but came down with a severe case of anal glaucoma. Which basically translates into, it had been a long day and by the time I got cleaned up and ready go, I just couldn’t see my ass getting back out in the cold. Anyway, Cosmos you’re a good sport, hope I haven’t put you off too bad, I really appreciate your participation in the guest book BS.
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, February 27, 2004 at 15:44:36 (EST)

HEY XERO! - the name of the coffee by BRCC is Charle's Coffee!
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
OuterRim of teh Galaxy, - Friday, February 27, 2004 at 09:02:42 (EST)

wwwooooaaaahhh looks like someone has bee flooding the board. YAY im 18 WOOOPPPPYYYY the way i see it i am just another year older than i was last year. But anyway i hope to see y'all soon
Trey
USA - Thursday, February 26, 2004 at 15:25:52 (EST)

hey what's up people, it's been a minute since I visited the site, been pretty busy keeping up with the maintenance of my own (simplebutdope.com, we have a guestbook everyone feel free to sign). I'm just writing to say what's up and encouraging everyone in the slam community to support the slam @ Spanish Moon... I mean it's FREE dammit! what more can u want...but on the real POETS AND PATRONS if we want to send the best possible team to Regionals and Nationals, EVERYONE needs to come out...all poets need an opportunity to make it and we need to have as much of a diverse judging core so that no one can cry foul play for no reason. So hope to see y'all make it out not just in March but in general, take it from one that promotes poetry in BR if there's no attendance, there's no interest (ya dig?) and venues have no reason to let you remain...well peace 4 now, y'all be cool
Donney B. <donney@simplebutdope.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 22:32:10 (EST)

Everyone's been pretty cool, Trey. I really look forward to hearing some new material from you. I always thought you had a lot of depth to your poetry. Also, never forget that 10 years from now you'll look back at 18 and be unbelievably amazed at how stupid you were. We never stop growing and learning. (We're not suppossed to anyway.)You've reached 18 years of age. Congratulations. Now you gotta come up with a wholel new goal. Way to go, Mr. Wizard.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 19:32:24 (EST)

Sorry my last entry was cut short(damn customers), but I hear ya Cosmos so… I got you marked down for a bikini and no this ain't the Miss America pageant so no one pieces.

oh and don't forget to wax!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 16:52:12 (EST)

Hey, I thought visual imagery was what it was all about? HAPPY BIRTHDAY TREY, and Cosmos, I'll get back to you!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 15:31:08 (EST)

well well well i am finally 18 hopefully i will be back at the slams very soon. i miss the verbal abuse we all call poetry oh and believe me between ex girl friends and current problems i have alot to say lol so how has everyone been lately?
Trey
USA - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 15:18:10 (EST)

RC i think i'll just video tape it! Only GAWD will ever get me in a thong!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 14:54:20 (EST)

Egads! RC and Cosmos wearing thongs and reading poetry?!!!! Man, it's gonna take a lot of booze to get that image out of my head! Good thing it's Mardi Gras!
mike m <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, February 24, 2004 at 18:54:02 (EST)

ALRIGHT COSMOS!!! I knew I could count on you to step up to the plate. So… do I put ya down for a bikini or a thong? I’m leaning towards one of those g-strings with a pink flamingo codpiece myself. Let me know?
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, February 24, 2004 at 16:36:07 (EST)

I seconded RC's idea! What about a sudden death slam off. Cut teh time in half and see what happens ::shrug::
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Monday, February 23, 2004 at 19:48:44 (EST)

Hey, Liberty. In the event of a tie for first place we will have to have a head-to-head tie breaker between the two poets. To put it in simpler terms, a two person slam. The same rules and time limit would apply. Also, I'm not sure if we'll be able to do two rounds. Our time at The Spanish Moon is limited to two hours every week. If we were to have more than twelve poets competing on the same night, we probably wouldn't have enough time to finish, not to mention the fact that audiences and judges get antsey after more than an hour and a half of anything. Let me know if you have any more questions and don't y'all forget about the Masquerade Poetry Parade at Cafe Reggae this Tuesday night. It's 5 bucks with a costume and 10 without!!! Peace.
xero <bootstrang>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, February 23, 2004 at 18:45:40 (EST)

I can’t speak for anyone else but I’m for a “Steel Cage Loser Leaves Town” format with Bikini Clad Bimbos(and yes we can break it up with a few male bimbos in thongs) parading around on stage between rounds holding up those cards with the numbers on them. Just a thought?
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, February 23, 2004 at 15:03:44 (EST)

I have a question concerning the format of the National Slam Team Tryouts.Well,It's sort of a grey area issue.After 2 rounds of a winner take all format what would be the tiebreaker if the two poets finish with the same score for 1st place?I'm quite sure there will be a solution before the slam begin but I was just wondering?
Liberty, The Crazy Shaman
USA - Sunday, February 22, 2004 at 13:10:37 (EST)

Okay, y'all. Red letters fixed. Hold down your SHIFT key and hit the REFRESH button on your browser, and all of the extra red text should go away. Should've caught this sooner, sorry. No problem, Liberty, you just missed a "/font" tag. Glad to hear the slam went well. Xero, I'm pissed that you were in Dallas and didn't come see me - I'm only 4 hours North of Dallas! ;)
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Saturday, February 21, 2004 at 11:16:11 (EST)

The Slam went very well last night,we had 12 poets that sign the list and like 3 1st time poets on the agenda.The crowd got larger and Mona did a fantastic job as the host/goat.Taaj won the slam with a 29.1,Donnie Brasco finished second with verbal benders 28.7,and I Liberty had a conference with a judge came in 3rd with a 28.5.Sorry about the red letter postings I didn't try to do the entire guestbook I try to do my message only.Mike if you can make it normal I would be very thankful peace.
Liberty,The Crazy Shaman
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, February 20, 2004 at 18:30:54 (EST)

Hey people! I'm in a Dallas hotel room wondering how the slam went last night. Would someone please let me know? I performed at the University Of Texas At Dallas last night. There's a real pub inside the student union that weekly holds The Underground Circus which is an open mic poetry reading, a featured poet set, and a live band set. As the feature, they allowed me to do thirty minutes of poetry and I must say that I haven't been that tight in performance in a long time. Tonight, I perform at the Dallas slam and tomorrow night I will read at the legendary Reciprocity reading. I'm letting everybody out here know that Baton Rouge is a force to be reckoned with in the poetry world! I'll see you all at the Masquarade Poety Parade on Tuesday at Cafe Reggae. WEAR YOUR COSTUME OR PAY THE CONSEQUENCES!!! Oh, and happy birthday Trey! I look forward to hearing some new "grown-folks" poetry from you, now that you're a man and stuff.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, February 20, 2004 at 12:28:58 (EST)

whats up people/ so how is everyone its been awhile well im turning 18 monday the 23rd yay for me i can finally start comeing to the slams again YAY!!!!!
Trey
USA - Thursday, February 19, 2004 at 09:29:47 (EST)

maaannn im still seeing big red letters this stuff is starting to scare me man
trey
USA - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 at 13:05:34 (EST)

"Graze on my lips, and if those hills be dry, Stray lower, where the pleasant fountains lie" Shakespeare was naaaasty!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Sunday, February 15, 2004 at 22:30:40 (EST)

ok is everyone seeing big red letters or is the LSD just finally starting to kick in
trey
USA - Sunday, February 15, 2004 at 16:44:27 (EST)

Xero - i'm goign to need more of the little fliers and couple of the mideum size posters. The Coffee place by BRCC said they'd hang up a poster. and i'm dropping the fliers around. Talk more thursday..........i hope!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Sunday, February 15, 2004 at 13:05:14 (EST)

Oh by the way If anyone is interested visit my site at www.poetryslam.net/Liberty.I have updated it for poets to visit.peace and love
Liberty
USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 at 22:25:56 (EST)

What's up Moonlark this is Liberty.Do you all remember Buddy Wakefield who came down to the slam at M's Fine and Mellow Cafe and then Featured at the Spanish Moon about a year in a half ago,Well he won the 2004 Individual World Poetry Slam Competition last week barely edging out the 2001 National Poetry Slam Indie Champion Celena Glenn of the New York Urbana Team and ED Muary who tied for second.I just want to give props to all the poets who have showed me madd love at the slam.And I hope my performances have touched lives.I'am trying to make a conscious effort to connect with my people with Love and Passion.Congrats to Mr.Brasco who won last night slam with a 28.8,I came in 2nd with a 28.7,And Dawn finished 3rd with a 28.6 It don't get no tighter than that.Well let me go until next week peace.
Liberty <Libertycrazyshaman2003@yahoo.com>
USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 at 21:27:05 (EST)

Score-creep! Score-shmeep!Who says that the first poet of the competition is doomed? Donney Brasco won the slam last night, performing immediately after the goat! He said that right before he was called to the stage that he was in the restroom "practicing", so I guess the secret to his success includes some sort of meditative masturbation preparation ritual. Hey, I'm willing to try anything to win; even if I've tried a gazillion times before! For the third week in a row the crowd was bigger than ever before and Samantha Raheem Thornhill dropped by from Virginia as our featured poet! (She'll be featuring tonight at the simplebutdope Valentine's reading.) We had one virgin and about nine vets slam their hearts out in "The Moon" and hope to have more next week with the help of the snazzy new posters that Iself printed up. I'll make sure we take pictures at the next one and get them on the site. Have a great Valentine's Day and remember: An orgasm in the bush beats two in the hand. Peace, yall!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge , la USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 at 19:33:36 (EST)

While I love to howl at the moon, occasionally a dog just needs to lie in the sun. Where is that beautiful orb of fire?
wooooooooooooof...
USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 at 13:34:03 (EST)

good job
okomugu <okomugu@yahoo.com>
lome, lome - Friday, February 13, 2004 at 05:00:44 (EST)

Lately, I've been feeding my jones for spoken poems/ At various readings around my home/ Alabasha's, Cafe Reggae, and "The Moon"/ Have all given me printed pills of performance to comsume/ I've ranted and rioted in pursuit of a "30"/ I've seen virgins step up and leave with knees dirty/ I've filled my vein with pieces that have no names/ Some yet to finished, some soaked by the rain/ Tried selling my own but recently learned/ A CD once purchased, is a CD frequently burned/ I'm just a junky for text brought alive through oration/ About politics, philosophy, or sexual frustration/ And no, rehab is not at all part of my conclusion/ I'll get my next fix at this Friday's Soul Fusion!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 at 19:44:38 (EST)

Glad Kate is all right. Which highway? Where? What time of the day? GEezz, tell the whole story. Curious people wanna know!
CS
USA - Saturday, February 07, 2004 at 08:07:01 (EST)

Hey Christine! It's impossible for me to come because my daughter has choir rehearsal from 6:15 to 7:45, but I'm glad to see you guys get the reading back on. And to whoever CS is, Kate broke her arm in a bicycle accident. She's actually lucky she wasn't hit by any cars, being that she fell into a lane of oncoming HIGHWAY traffic! Well, the slam was tremendous, absolutely tremendous. Mona Webb hosted wonderfully and I got my butt kicked. Liberty, The Crazy Ass Shaman, won the slam last night. I have to search around for the scores but I think he had a 29.6. The high score thrown out was one of his three 10's!!! Congradulations Liberty, the passion of your performance almost brought the judge sitting next to me to tears. I came in second and Iself came in third. It looks like the Channel 33 spot really paid off. We had a huge crowd and are working on more promotional ideas. Thanks to everyone who came out and especially the judges. I must now leave to get ready for the reading at Albasha's. Peace, poets and patrons.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Friday, February 06, 2004 at 19:42:02 (EST)

For those of you who are interested in taking a lovely drive to "the country", we are resuming the Poetry Evenings at Birdman Coffee & Books in St. Francisville ... these are not slams or competitions, but open mic readings ... we had a pretty good turnout, with a poet passing through town from Martha's Vineyard who read some of his work (ok, it was my Dad and I twisted his arm but still ...) anyway ... we hold the events every Tuesday from 6 - 7:30ish and we are collecting a donation for the Magnolia Cafe Employees Benefit Fund ... if you are a poetry addict (and can drive fast) you can come to this one and still make the one for the Poetry Alliance!
christine niss <christineniss@bellsouth.net>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Friday, February 06, 2004 at 10:09:08 (EST)

hello you all--don't forget open mic love poems tonight at albasha on bluebonnet. 7:oo p.m.
roger
USA - Friday, February 06, 2004 at 05:31:14 (EST)

How did Kate break her arm?
CS
USA - Thursday, February 05, 2004 at 06:37:43 (EST)

Eye hope to sea all of you at the slam tomorrow knight. After Monday's interview on Morning BR, I think our attendance will increase dramatically. I'm currently looking into how I can get the slam mentioned on more of those FREE television spots. If any of you have any promotional ideas or connections let me know. Oh, Kate broke her arm and won't be there to defend her title so it's anybody's ballgame! Get well, Kate! Peace poets and patrons!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, February 04, 2004 at 20:53:09 (EST)

With the Naked Poet out of the country,

who's tending the sheep?
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, February 04, 2004 at 09:13:26 (EST)

JANET JACKSON'S BREAST
POINTS WEST

The Naked Poet
Lake Titticaca, Venezuala - Tuesday, February 03, 2004 at 15:01:13 (EST)

HI everyone. After being gone from Baton Rouge since 1992, I am now once again home. I am a fellow poet, and have inclusion in the Central Louisiana Poetry Society's Hall of Fame. I would like to get to know other local poets. I am also very interested in publishing an exceptional hardbound anthology of local poets. Please contact me. Thank you, Terri Piercy
terri Piercy <sgandcustombooks@aol.com>
Zachary, La USA - Monday, February 02, 2004 at 15:11:23 (EST)

Xeno, you did a great job on TV33

Yeah, they got your name wrong, but you did everything write!

good job promoting the slam!

ted
USA - Monday, February 02, 2004 at 14:18:23 (EST)

To all who may be interested enough to see/ Tomorrow morning yours truly will be on TV/ At 6:00 a.m. on channel 33/ I'll be talking slam poetry for publicity/ I'll tell them what it is and how it goes down/ Tell them that it's fun and where it can be found/ I'll say that it's a must that they check out The Spanish Moon/ But with the crowd we've got we may soon run out of room!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, February 01, 2004 at 13:15:01 (EST)

Vanglorious! The slam was a sexy beast tonight! Taaj took third place with a 26.9, Donnie was in second with a 27.8, and Kate was hailed queen of the slam with a whopping 27.9! The mic was also blessed by Liberty, Princess, Roger, B. Pearce, Ted, Renesha, Mona, and myself. It was also great to see old friends like Allyson McCord, Ellis, and B. Edward Longwell. I met some new converts to Slammism and, like them, I can't wait until next Thursday. If you missed it, please let this be the last time you have to feel left out of something so beautiful!!! We both know you're smarter than that. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 at 22:59:35 (EST)

Hey yall! I'm doing my best to pack The Spanish Moon this week so come on down to the slam and find eternal enlightenment. Your life will become perfect, you'll be attractive, everyone will truly love you, and you'll get a 9.7 from the toughest judge in the house! The sign-up list shuts down at 7:30 so get there early, you damned Bohemians!!! I'll host tomorrow, which means I'll be acting silly between each poets 3 minute nervous breakdown. Come and enjoy their pain with me. It'll be fun!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 at 01:00:05 (EST)

albasha on bluebonnet--
roger
USA - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 at 17:30:18 (EST)

Mr. Keese.........assuming roger is him..........anyway which albasha will ya'll be at?
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 at 09:51:09 (EST)

there is an open poetry reading on LOVE at albasha on feb. 6 at 7 0 clock--
roger
USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 at 06:15:24 (EST)

Okay, so how'd I allways get to be last on the list?

OHYeah?

uh-huh...

AND?

I see...

yeah,
you're probably right.
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 at 00:35:27 (EST)

Crap! I forgot to thank R.C. and the various newcomers whom I've chosen to thank in anonymity rather than mutate their names with my radiaoactive memory.
xero
USA - Saturday, January 24, 2004 at 19:18:54 (EST)

hey, mike, I checked out the info on the home page and, like you, it's beautiful dude. The slam was great last Thursday but our crowd still hasn't reached the level of punctuality we need to begin to pick judges. The poets are prompt but we've been having to start an open mic for the lack of possible judges. All that will change this coming Thursday. I'll have judges and poets there in a timely manner. I personally want to thank Ted, Roger, Sue, Donney, Knowledge, Princess, Adam, Liberty, Becky, Mona, Kate, Taaj, Latasha, Gavin, Madelyn, Mike, Ray, and Shelly for their continued efforts and performances for the betterment of the slam. I'll see yall on the next available stage. Peace.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, January 24, 2004 at 19:14:40 (EST)

Xero, I put the info on the Slam Team trials on the web page. I hope that's allright. Check it out and let me know if anything needs changing.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 at 14:22:38 (EST)

hey everyone, its been a long time sense ive heard from any of u. i hope things are going well ive been down for the count the last few weeks having problems with my lungs. My 18th birthday is coming up feb. 23 the day before mardi gras. May god of merci on us all that day lol. well hopefully ill see you all soon. P3@C3 0UT!!!
Trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
baton rouge, USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 at 22:18:21 (EST)

What's up, Cosmos! We miss you, man. The slam is going strong at The Spanish Moon. I talked to Kate Makkai two days ago and she said that PSI is not yet taking registrations for nationals. She is keeping her ears and eyes on them so we can get our business taken care of promptly. On another note, we will begin slamming for team slots on Thursday, March 11th. We will have four open slams with the first place poet in each slam earning a spot on the team. Second place will only count on the last Thursday of the slam-off when it will be used to determine the team alternate. We are doing it this way because we didn't want poets qualifying and missing the "Grand Slam" or coming on the night of the "Grand" and not being able to compete because they hadn't previously qualified. The dates for team trials are as follows, March 11th, March 18th, March 25, and April 1st. Poets, you DO NOT want to wait until these dates arrive to start coming out to the slams. SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS NOW!!! I'll do all I can to make sure all of Baton Rouge's poets know about team trials. I urge everyone else to pass this information along to as many poets and patrons as possible. I must now go shopping for a reliable stopwatch.(Gotcha Ray!) I'll see you all tonight at the slam. Peace!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 at 18:27:16 (EST)

I love you all and miss you all terribly but I am no longer responsible for the slam team business. I will help when asked but the job belongs to Xero now and he is more than capable and I am sure he will do a better job at the business than I ever did. I will be coming to the slams again to watch and participate but I have been busy working on the school and getting the Shakespeare play ready. Y'all keep it strong. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 at 10:32:03 (EST)

First, i miss everyone at the slams!!! Second, as the new year rolls on we must all turn and say.....RAY! start on teh teams application for Nationals!!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 at 11:30:08 (EST)

in commemoration

keeping the dream alive for some means
the dream of fighting a war

their dream is not to become one
their dream is not about brotherhood

looking for racism
everywhere

you can find whatever you want
if you look hard enough

25 years ago it was not hard
I saw black guys turned away from
a particular gay bar in Chicago
curious
I wanted to know why
and they asked if I was a nigger lover

I see. Racism
among the outcasts

I laughed at them, and left
it turned my stomach

25 years ago a black man was not welcome
in a particular gay bar in Baton Rouge

I was incensed
then another black man walked right in
I was confused

then I found out it was not all blacks
just one bitchy drag queen that wrote bad checks and disturbed the gay peace
which took considerable effort

I reflected on racism

no end

It wasn’t where I’d thought it to be

to cry racism today
is to do the word racism injustice

it may not be where you think it is

where mixed race couples walk the malls and the bars
with no one giving a second thought
where blacks and whites mingle and laugh together with no second thoughts

where black and white and questionable poets even allow begrudgingly and with little humor a republican to recite verse
free or otherwise
though with many second thoughts I am sure
there you have a model for tolerance

some pounce on the pitiful scraps
of what now passes
for racism
they cry aha
they pillory the transgressors

now the search is for hidden racists
policing thoughts
finding subconscious perpetrators

I laugh

While the real dream becomes reality among them without them

look to your dreams

ask if they are the dreams of becoming

or dreams of ever fighting

we live what we become
or we die for the wrong dream

either way

through fulfillment or obsolescence

the dream must one day die

we all
need
new dreams

or we will become
fodder for commemoration

ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Monday, January 19, 2004 at 13:02:01 (EST)

Hey I could teach ya, but I've got to charge! Slam was nice last night, hope to see some of the regular poets soon now that we're getting back into the Slam Season as it goes with team try outs and everything. Based on some of the new faces we've seen, the old guard is gonna have to pretty tight this year. Oh, by the way, just how cold is it out on the plains?
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, January 16, 2004 at 09:23:22 (EST)

Bard Dog, I saw your Milk Shake on the dance floor at the Spanish Moon once, and it took me 3 months of therapy to get over the sight!
Mike
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, January 16, 2004 at 00:30:31 (EST)

Yea, your tan may be darker than mine but my Milk Shake, it's better than yours!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, January 15, 2004 at 09:34:49 (EST)

cool work !!! like your website ! best wishes from UK !
sex erotik <sex erotik>
london , uk uk - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 21:05:11 (EST)

Whoa. I don't think I've ever seen this guestbook so quiet. Apparently, many of you just like to watch. That's cool...provided you're not a poet. If you are, consider this a warning. We are about to start the slam rounds to pick the 2004 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam Team!!! So if you've been away and would like to try for a spot on this year's team now is the time to start coming out and sharpening your skills. The slam is free to the public and conveniently located at The Spanish Moon. Southern Fried Regionals are going to be in Miami this year and Miami loves poets!!! We'll be the defending champs this year at regionals and a major threat at nationals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in this Earth's most provacative artform! Come dance on writhing words and orally dream the future of all creation. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 19:44:21 (EST)

Heeeey my fellow poets! I'm back from vacation (with a tan) and ready to listen, ready to read, ready to experience the spoken word capital of the world! I cannot express the depth of my longing to see you all again. Anyone visiting this site and not taking advantage of it's power to connect us poets to Baton Rouge's various stages is missing out on a better life. There is more to poetry than words. There is more to words than letters. The live stage performance is breathing, sweating, bleeding, laughing, and best of all, growing. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, January 12, 2004 at 19:03:38 (EST)

WERE BACK FROM THE HOLY DAYS:)THE SLAM IS ON AT THE SPANISH MOON THURSDAY 7-9 PM STARTING 1/8
Mona <monarwebb@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, January 08, 2004 at 19:19:07 (EST)

be warned, an invisible subtext of runes and old bones may lull you into a gathering of dangerous palpitations, inside a spiral of wind. a heart in a hostile host dies slowly in the body it longed for, from lack of breath, of heat. because really, when push comes to shove in a lonely chest, the heart WANTS to breathe, the heart WANTS to be fRee from what takes it away after a long night. the heart longs to hear its pulse in the wind. the heart tells what i do not repeat -- except to you. my heart, your heart, in dreams, where the wind holds us just for a while, until we're asleep, and travels through us into the roots of a single mind, a throat, a heart, and on down. . .not a trick but a riddle of air in search of wind to blow away a secret code of leaves. . . listen up: DON'T HIDE FROM THE WIND CUZ IT WILL FIND YOU EVERY TIME
WORD CANDY FROM BEYOND
USA - Wednesday, January 07, 2004 at 20:48:20 (EST)

try masturbation
a safe sex experience
with someone you love

WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, January 07, 2004 at 16:58:03 (EST)

ummmm can someone please tell me where i am? i was wondering my mind and i realized that love is a never ending dream, a nightmare i so wish i could awake from something ive felt too long and want to feel no more. you can only when true love when you realize that your only true love is yourself.
the lost poet
im not sure, - Wednesday, January 07, 2004 at 13:10:21 (EST)

www.defpoetryjam.com You saw Def Poetry Jam (HBO) (Peabody Award) You saw Def Poetry Jam on Broadway (Tony Award) (2003 Miky Award from the Nuyorican Poets Café) Now experience the Def Poetry Jam website: * Win a Def Poetry Jam tee shirt * Poetry/Haiku contests * Def Poetry Jam Web TV * Def Poetry Jam Radio * Messages Boards * Online Classified * Online Chat
Bruce George
USA - Monday, January 05, 2004 at 15:01:38 (EST)

Hey yall! I'm presently in Miami on vacation where the poetry readings get a weekly crowd of about 90 people! The reading I went to was at a club called Jade. The line to get in was around the corner! Miami's slam happens only once a month but the reading I went to Thursday night is a weekly event. It's hosted by Rashida Bartley and DJ Snow White brings the poets to the stage with classic soul music. The first set lasted about an hour and then the audience was directed to another part of the club to check out some live band. Twenty minutes later the second set started and the club allowed a whole new crowd of people to enter who had been waiting in line during the first set! I think Southern Fried Regionals are going to be here this year. I don't know about yall but I plan on being here. It's a beautiful city and I'm having a ball. See yall in about a week! Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang>
USA - Saturday, January 03, 2004 at 11:23:57 (EST)

SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS! THEN DROP ON THE DECK AND FLOP LIKE A FISH. SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS! READY? SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS! SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS! SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS! SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS! AH HA HA HAHA HARGH WH..IRE...ARRGH
THE WHOLE ENCHILADA
USA - Friday, January 02, 2004 at 21:30:39 (EST)

SPONGE BOB, SQUARE PANTS! IF NAUTICAL NONSENSE BE SOMETHIN' YA WISH.
TO PATRICK AND TED
USA - Friday, January 02, 2004 at 16:18:46 (EST)

absorent and yellow and porous is he!
ted
USA - Thursday, January 01, 2004 at 14:40:35 (EST)

SPONGE BOB SQUARE PANTS !!!!!!!
TO PATRICK
USA - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 at 21:12:27 (EST)

who lives in a pineapple under the sea?
patrick
USA - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 at 20:30:23 (EST)

Hello everyone, Hope the holidays are doing it for you. MoonLark is going to produce Shakespeare's "As You Like It" for sure this spring. Auditions are happening in two weeks--not this Saturday but next from 5 to 9 pm. Call me at 634-7611 if you are interested; we need 5 women and 12 men (four sets of father and son combos if we can find them. More later. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, December 29, 2003 at 14:58:25 (EST)

The Naked Poet for President!
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at 11:49:55 (EST)

wandering in a sea of wordlessness and full of inspiration she stares in silence at the intelligent combinations put together from the contents of the most vast dictionary possible and hopes that once the voyage is over and the wading body floats to shore she can finally open her mouth.... miss ya poets. keep it going. good to see things going on. peace. maurica aka phloating phoenix
mo <daka19@aol.com>
floatingcity, ?? USA/mexico - Monday, December 22, 2003 at 14:21:39 (EST)

Uptight sub-socialites with red sticks up their asses
Drowning in beer, gumbo, and fear
Waiting for downtown to become New York
Hey yall! The Thursday night slam will also be put on hold due to the fact that Christmas and New Year's day both fall on Thursdays. We'll be back on the 8th of January so don't forget! Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge , la USA - Saturday, December 20, 2003 at 15:12:10 (EST)

"baton rouge, baton rouge, your a muttering bum in a brown beat suit--can't make a woman on a rainy corner."
j. k.
USA - Saturday, December 20, 2003 at 06:46:00 (EST)

jenny & mugu make naughty sounds in BATON ROUGE
the naked poet
bunkie, USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 20:32:41 (EST)

your page is inspirational
Jennie
Passadena, CA USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 18:12:50 (EST)

iam hereooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
mmuugguu <mugu@email.ooo>
www.laposte.net, USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 16:18:18 (EST)

Red Stick in the Mud

An eclectic crossroads
where least meets what's left.
At an intersection of discretion
fueled by petrochemical politics.
Red Stick in the Mud.

etc......
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 14:06:21 (EST)

Red Stick in the Mud

An eclectic crossroads
where least meets what's left.
At an intersection of discretion
fueled by petrochemical politics. Red Stick in the Mud.

etc......
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 14:05:43 (EST)

practice line break
practice line break

woof!!!
USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 13:54:04 (EST)

here is friday the 19th poised to take its first step. at first glance it appears to resemble a yellow cake with an automobile horn mounted onto it. at second glance it occurs to me that it is the end of the work week--therefore full of dream.
bandini
USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 06:37:37 (EST)

per Ray...for the time being, the Wednesday night gig is on hold...stay tuned, though. In the meantime, you've got Tuesday and Thursday to go get your poetry fix. I'm working on my Baton Rouge poem (see Xero's post from Dec 13, below).
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 at 01:18:23 (EST)

did the wed gig disappear?
er
USA - Thursday, December 18, 2003 at 05:34:48 (EST)

Whoa! Ted has us off to a damn good start! Thank you Mr. Baldwin. I haven't even started mine yet. It's weird but I really don't know how I feel about Baton Rouge. I guess all the jubilation and angst will surge forth once I put pen to pad. I think the wierdest thing about the city we love to hate is that people frequently move here from places like Chicago, California and New York. Thank God for the Witness Protection Agency! Just joking. I hope Ted has inspired many of you readers out there to follow suit and come up with a piece about The Big Raggedy (B.R.) so we can plan the "ODE TO THE ROUGE" Slam. I'll see you all Thursday at The Moon. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 at 19:25:56 (EST)

best wishes from frida !!! what a nice page ! i really enjoyed surfing by !
kredit <kredit>
Vienna, at Austria - Monday, December 15, 2003 at 16:38:35 (EST)

Who makes the Acumen, Honda?
Just kidding - we all know it's Toyota...

Poetry about batonburg? hmm....let me seeeeeeee....

oh batonburg
i drive across your wide expanses
in my brand-new Acumen
where gunboats plied the river once
now gaming takes its tolls
where features were once Paramount
little remains but parking lots
and christmas lights spread lumens
glowing meter maids spreading resentments
a ticket from ages ago
no forgiveness in an unforgiving world
no snow
in family country
no zephyrs rip
veils from eyes
air conditioning sops water
as you feel the humidity penetrate your soul
even the stars are lost in the haze

hey
it's home now
for a while

here in the 27th circle of hell

ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 at 11:32:01 (EST)

What up pple? Been missin y'all!! Just saying hello, hope to see y'all on Thursday. Squirrel
Squirrel/ AKA Melody Cool <LePetitRoche@hotmail.com>
Port Allen, LA USA - Sunday, December 14, 2003 at 19:58:27 (EST)

what's up people! sorry i haven't been around, but i've had alot of personal stuff happen. I'm goign to try and make it out to teh Spainsh Moon. Later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Sunday, December 14, 2003 at 18:29:39 (EST)

Hey Mike, could you add to the announcement on the home page that Mona Webb in also one of our phenomenal hosts and that the event is absolutely FREE to the public! And might I say Mike that your pains to keep this website current and interesting have not gone unnoticed. We are all very grateful for you. If there is ever anything you need, ANYTHING, I hope you get it. Peace.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 at 14:55:24 (EST)

Greetings, my people! Well the first Thursday night slam at the Spanish Moon wasn't a slam at all. It was a hail storm of exhilarating poetry and screaming audience members! It's odd, our crowd is steadily growing but most of them are new poets I've never met before. We had an open mic instead of a slam because there weren't enough judges. Everybody came to read!!! Well, now that were on the night we had always planned on acquiring, the promotional campaign for this event will finally be set in motion. If you've been to the slam you know what a good time you had and if you haven't, you owe it to yourself to come out and see this Soul Train Line of poetry. Also, I'm toying with the idea of having a poetry slam in which we all read our best "Baton Rouge" poem. I hear poems salute or bash New Orleans all the time, but I'm curious to hear some pieces by B.R.'s poets about this peculiar little big city. So, everybody start writing and I'll see if we can maybe get the winner's poem printed in The Advocate or something. Until then, I'll see y'all on the stage. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <boostrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 at 14:48:31 (EST)

if i used the word "acumen" in the felicianas i would get a perplexed look on those little vixen faces because they dont even know what the word means.HAHAHAHAHAHA you think you people can be a little more..hmmm.... whats the word? INTELLEGENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~@~ BlindRage~@~
THE DARKEST SHADOWS, USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 at 09:38:49 (EST)

puhleeeeze, if you used the word "acumen" in the felicianas you would get a perplexed look on those little vixen faces being led around by their proboscis...hell, as a matter of fact, use the word period and you will get a perplexed look...
Add a thought
USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 at 06:21:36 (EST)

I FEEL IT ALREADY,"YES INDEED I DO!"
LIBERTY
WRATH, LA USA - Thursday, December 11, 2003 at 18:14:26 (EST)

HAHA YOU ALL HAVE BEEN LUCKY SO FAR. BUT SOON, VERY SOON YOU WILL ALL FEEL MY WRATH. THE TIME OF WAITING IS SOON TO END. MY RETURN WILL FEEL YOU ALL WITH FEAR AND MAKE YOU ALL BEG FOR MERCY AND WE WILL THEN SEE WHO THE REAL POETS ARE. FEEL MY WRATH!!!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
~@~Blind Rage~@~
THE DARKEST SHADOWS, USA - Thursday, December 11, 2003 at 13:09:23 (EST)

My best guess would be that brass monkeys are now on the endangered species list in OK.? No snow here other than the occasional flocked Christmas tree falling from car roofs on I-10 and those omnipresent flurries in the rest rooms of local discos but, getting colder all the time. Personally I like snow so, could you go outside, make a few naked snow angels or an obscene iceman and post the pics in the guest book? It would make my week! Hope everyone’s doing OK up there.
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 at 14:06:45 (EST)

Xero, I've updated the web site accordingly. Glad you could get the slam back to Thursday. I wish I could be in BR for all of this kick-ass poetry. As it is, I'm sitting here with snow falling in central Oklahoma, freezing my butt off, drinking shiraz and making "magnetic poetry" on my fridge, illustrated thusly:

You are dreaming
watch nude film
through smoke

my best to all.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Tuesday, December 09, 2003 at 23:46:16 (EST)

DOUBLE ALERT!!!!! The Baton Rouge Poetry Slam is now on THUUUURDAAAAAYS!!! We finally got the day we originally wanted from the Spanish Moon. Wednesdays were cool but we didn't want to compete will any other readings. Now there's poetry in B.R. on Tuesdays @ Cafe Reggae, Wednesdays @ Southern U. and in West Feliciana, Thursdays @ The Spanish Moon, and First Fridays @ Albasha's. We'll be starting at 7:00 p.m. so get there on time. Taaj won the last slam and I know that everybody's hungry for revenge. Also, Nick Fox and Lucy Anderton will be the featured poets at Cafe Reggae tonight. The show starts at 10 p.m. If I don't see yall tonight, I'm sure I'll see you all Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday!!! Man, it feels good to have so much poetry in town. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, December 09, 2003 at 18:44:23 (EST)

Yes, I'm a groupie.....hardly little tho....I'm a grown woman!!!
Doni Norris <doninorris@excite.com>
St Francisville, LA USA - Tuesday, December 09, 2003 at 16:37:39 (EST)

sooo, another little groupie, eh
Add to Our Guestbook
USA - Friday, December 05, 2003 at 07:40:35 (EST)

Ray!!! I have reaeal pleasure helping you as the score keeper every week. Love ya Doni
Doni Norris <doninorris@excite.com>
St Francisville, LA USA - Wednesday, December 03, 2003 at 14:09:55 (EST)

Anyone interested in doing a feature in Columbia, South Carolina? I got the following info from the Southern Fried email list: "Date: Sat, 15 Nov 2003 15:10:02
From: Keisha J Moore
Subject: Call for Features- Columbia, SC
To: southernfriedslam@yahoogroups.com

Inviting Poets headed to or through SC to stop in and bless our mic! beginning in Jan 2004. email keisha@universoulanguage.com if you are interested"
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, December 03, 2003 at 11:49:31 (EST)
ALERT: The Baton Rouge Poetry Slams will continue to be held on Wednesdays indefinitely!!! The Spanish Moon decided that we were doing so well on that night, with little to no advertising, they want to keep us there. That and the fact that the Hedwig show is pulling in lots of loot on Thursdays. I was pissed but we all know that money makes the world go wrong...I mean 'round. So please keep coming out. The last three nights have been very exciting to witness. The veterans have been really hot and the virgins have been really tight!!! Hey Mike would you please put this on the homepage? Not the part about the virgins, but the scheduling crap. Thanks, Mike. I'll see the rest of you "on The Moon". Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, December 01, 2003 at 00:02:47 (EST)
As of November 25,2003 The National Poetry Slam has declined to use the point system as a means of teams attending the 2004 National Poetry Slam...There going back to the old first-come-first serve bases meaning the first 64 teams to submit there credit card number will be invited to compete.50% of the committee voted against the point system which was over enough to go back to the old system which I think will benefit the 2004 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam Team just thought you all wanted to know that.
Liberty,The Crazy Shaman <Libertycrazyshaman2003@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, November 28, 2003 at 14:59:01 (EST)
here comes friday like another tumbling dime from the mountain of time, given to us all from the tablet of life--and things will happen and the secret eyes will see all and record it in some great book. nina simone is singing "cry me a river" and her voice fills my room this morning--the sun just got a 'little' and is now having a quiet cup of tea before he puts on his burning robe to wander across the sky. the disembodied poets society had their second meeting last night in roger's garage--thanks to everyone who came and read . . .
bandini
USA - Friday, November 21, 2003 at 07:27:01 (EST)
don't sell yourself short, RC. I've seen your ass, and it's very photogenic.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, November 20, 2003 at 23:35:22 (EST)
Life is good! We had a whole mess of audience members at the Slam last night. The only problem was that we were short on poets! Much love to Mona, Liberty, and R.C. for wowing the crowd with your performances. I'm seeing steady growth with the slams and it's all due to Becky sending about half of LSU's student body to the Spanish Moon! Thanks Becky! For those of you who missed it, we'll be there again next Wednesday @ 7 pm and after that it'll be every Thursday. I also spotted a few closet poets in the audience with nestled notebooks and cold feet. They said they had no idea the performances would be soooo good and got intimidated, but I'm pretty sure we'll see a couple of first timers christen the slam properly next week. I'll see yall there! And remember, performing is an orgasm without the mess. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, November 20, 2003 at 19:46:03 (EST)
Hey Ted, tell Walter thanks for taking the photos. One would think I’d be upset over the geeky images you poster of me but, these are typical of my un-photogenic ass and believe it or not, they’re really pretty good. I learned many years ago to accept that I was cursed by the camera. Oh, and I’ve been having trouble sleeping the past week, keep waking up thinking someone’s trying to break into my house with hammers and channel locks and such, wanting to get I my meat. The Crab Poem was cool! There was a reasonable turn out for Slam last night and we missed those who weren’t there. Looks like Xero WILL get this thing up and running again. All he needs is our participation and poetry. Hope to see everyone tonight at Roger’s Garage .
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, November 20, 2003 at 17:40:47 (EST)
Hey gang - here are some pics taken by Walter Stampley and a panorama by Ted at the Albasha reading ...

Quite a few folks showed up. That's ted's mom with walter center.

Mike looks so serious. Someone took his beer.

Ted has trouble memorizing. Call him a page poet and it is a guaranteed rage for 20 minutes.

Roger is so intense. He is reading the menu here.

Xero did a tribute to vegetation.

RC is the junk bard dog. Rabid here.

Sweet potato pies never sounded so good, Shannon.

Was good to see Becky regaling us.

Here is a kinder, gentler RC Saunders.

Later folks...
ted
ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at 18:31:48 (EST)
Ladies and Gentlemen,I have a free to the poet on-line poetry competition going on at my website message board.The winning submission will award the artist $20.00 cash money Tuesday November 25,2003.So far,I have 2 poets with 4 poems to choose from for the cash,and I hope many of you fantastic poets would submit up to 3 poems for your chance at the cash that I will reward in one week.Simply,go to my website at www.poetryslam.net,doubleclick on Liberty stroll down to the 2003 November Poetry Competition link click on it and submit you're poetry it's that simple. This is a Soulful Stanzas Unplugged Productions brought to you by;Liberty,The Crazy Shaman peace.
Liberty,The Crazy Shaman Mitchell <Libertycrazyshaman2003@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at 14:07:33 (EST)
There will be a Poetry Reading in Roger's Garage (3445 Seracedar) Thursday, November 20th from 7:00 pm to 9:00pm...
Susan K
USA - Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at 09:28:07 (EST)
Thanks for the kind words Xero. Miss Shannon and the Backroom Poets always do a fantastic job and as usual the poets were all great. It was nice to see everyone, especially "Respect the Mike Melancon" since we don't get to see him that often and for those who missed it, he treated us to "Ten Guiness"(I bet that's not spelled right?) at the Birdman reading last Wednesday. I'll surely be at Slam this Wednesday as well as the now infamous(and after only one show) reading at Roger's Garage on Thursday. I SWEAR, I have best intentions of making it out to the Eclectic Truth reading it's just that... well.. it's awful late for and old man like me on a weeknight. READ MY LIPS THOUGH, I WILL GET THERE! It's been too long since I've been to a Poetry Alliance reading and I'm stating to go into some serious withdrawal.
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, November 17, 2003 at 16:15:57 (EST)
OOOOOOOOOGUYS,GUYMEN DOESN'T WANT TO KEEP OFF AGAINOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
ULOAKU <ULOAKUMUGU>
USA - Monday, November 17, 2003 at 06:08:16 (EST)
Hey yall, it's xero again. Man, it sure is good to know that the viagra people think that this site is so great. It is soley because of their endorsement that I will continue to visit it. Speaking of visits, I attended the reading at Albasha's Friday night and it was damn good. Those picky poetry experts at viagra might have even liked it. The topic was FOOD FOR THOUGHT (food poems) and the featured poets were R.C. Sanders and Ted Baldwin. R. C. unleashed an arsenal of edible verse and Ted kept the audience begging for seconds as he read of his oral adventures in spoken word. Also on the mic was Becky, Shannon, Roger Kees, and I. Needless to say, the food at the restaurant was just as good as the poetry. I would tell you guys to come out to the next reading there but the room literally couldn't seat one more person. So if you do decide to visit you better get there early. I hear the people at viagra are hard pressed to come and check it out. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Sunday, November 16, 2003 at 17:00:29 (EST)
Hey yall!!! It's xero and I would just like to thank all of you who came out to the Spanish Moon Wednesday night. The turnout was truly remarkable. I had no idea that so many people had been waiting for the return of the slam. I know that the St. Francisville reading is also on that night and I look forward to seeing all of the rest of you when we are moved (for good) to Thursdays on December 4th! I can see that we are not far from the day when poetry will be a daily fixture of the Baton Rouge scene once again.I want to personally thank Ray and Mike for always going out of their way to promote not just their reading but poetry on a whole. Because of their efforts Baton Rouge is becoming known as the new poetry capital of the South! Mona and I recently featured at Dallas' slam and were treated like royalty. I look forward to bringing some of the amazing talent I witnessed there to Baton Rouge. I heard this new guy named Joquin (pronounced: wakeen) who absolutely blew my mind! (Think a male latin love child of Kate Makkai and Ted Baldwin!) Well, I've got to get ready for Becky's reading @ Albasha's tonight. I'll see you guys on the stage. Peace!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, November 14, 2003 at 18:41:51 (EST)
The Birdman rocked last night; RC and Lessann joined us from BR and several St. Francisville poets read before a very appreciative audience. As soon as I get Mike the names of the finalists we will put them on the page. Come see us next week and bring one of your own poems to compete with and one from one of your favorite poets just to read. Spread the WORD.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, November 13, 2003 at 10:47:10 (EST)
Oh and Jeremy, your a good sport man!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 16:42:08 (EST)
To answer the question of where are the John Lennons and Bob Dylans. The same place as the Lenny Bruces and the Jane Fondas. Either dead or, they've made their nut off of suckers like us and are now retired to beach front Malibu mansions where they sip mimosas at brunch served by under paid illegal immigrants, listen to Rush Limbaugh and frantically scan the financial section to check the performance of their stock portfolios. They attach "Gun Control" bumper stickers to their limos while surrounded by an army of body guards, packing an arsenal that could stave off a Bolivian coup(but that's different) and place "Support Pro Choice Candidates" political signs in the front yards yet... secretly vote Republican because they know it's their best chance for continued tax breaks. It's easy to have principles when you're young AND you don't have anything else. "Idealism"... ain't it a bitch?
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 09:27:48 (EST)
Christine, you were very pretty in that picture...and Ted, you were very handsome as always. Looking forward to going to St. Francisville...I usually eat out with friends on Wednesday night at the Magnolia Cafe...never dreaming the slam was going to be so close now...I will definitely look into it.
Susan S
USA - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 07:02:07 (EST)
Lift up your voices, poets! Take them out of the coffee houses and bars; raise them in the streets!

Yell, scream, make a difference. Bush cannot be president for another four years. Howard Dean is not the answer. Both are controlled by the same millions of dollars given by the same corporations.

I asked this over two years ago, and I'll ask it again. Where are the John Lennons and Bob Dylans of this generation? Where are the voices of change that speak to the multitudes?

Why in the hell hasn't Bush been impeached yet? Enron, CIA leak, false reasoning for war, and on and on.

Keep it up, poets!

Love,
Jeremy
Jeremy
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at 11:27:32 (EST)
Thanks Ted ... it really was kind of a great turnout and people really seemed to respond well ... i've had lots of positive feedback and many who were at the YellowLeaf reading are interested in coming back for the Birdman readings on wed. nites ... it isn't all that long of a drive from BR you know ... hugs to all
Christine (much prettier in person!) <christineniss@bellsouth.net>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Monday, November 10, 2003 at 15:47:02 (EST)
The Yellow Leaf Arts Festival reading put together by Christine went well.
Here's a shot of me and Christine.
It was held outside at the Bird Man coffeehouse.

Here is what the Bird Man looks like, for those of you wanting to read there Wednesday nights.

Ted
ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Monday, November 10, 2003 at 10:24:23 (EST)
The Birdman reading was great. The St.Francisville people are very supportive of this thing and for the first time in a while we had a reading where there were more audience members than poets. I am personally inviting all the BR poets to come join us any Weds. this month at 7pm. Help us make it a successful, healthy poetry event. We have decided in addition to the new poetry competition (The prize money part) we are going to hold an open mike after the competition closes (around 8pm) that will go until nine-ish. Many people wanted to read other people's poetry and excerpts from short stories so, ok, lets make a 3-5 minute, read anything, open mike. Put a poem in ya pocket and come on.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, November 06, 2003 at 12:17:00 (EST)
I think you might be interested in some information about what Chris Maxwell of Binky Records is up to. He has opened Red Dragon "listening room" on Government St. near Phil Brady's and is going to bring us some of the great music we got used to at Miss M's. Details below in a copy of Chris' email, contact Binky Records to get on the email list: Hi to all, Two weeks from tonight we have Michael Fracasso playing at the Red Dragon. On Wednesday, November 12 at 8:00pm Micahel will show y'all what I mean by, "a voice that will melt you". He has done four albums thus far in his career and will be supporting his "Back to Oklahoma" CD which was recorded at the legendary Blue Door club. Adults are $10 (all $$$ goe to the artist) and kids are free. This is a "house party" (my son lives upstairs), so bring your own refreshments. We have a fridge you can use and the coffee will be provided. Tell your friends, your neighbors, strangers on the street......tell everyone. Now for some big news. The Eric Taylor show has been confirmed. Eric will be here on Saturday, December 13. We will fit 50 chairs in the room that night. This one will have to be "first come, first served", as I have had countless inquiries and e-mails. Please purchase early because there is no way I can expand the room. Tickets will go on sale at the Michael Fracasso show. If you are unable to make it that night, please arrange payment with me on that day or very shortly thereafter. I plan to make this a good show for Eric and I have all but guaranteed him a full house. And now for a final piece of good news. How many of y'all have heard of Chuck Brodsky. Oh, I could brag on what a great songwriter or what a cool guy he is. I could even remind you of his (semi) hit record "Blow 'em Away" (you know, the road rage song!), or of his famous baseball songs (9 of them in the sound archives of the Baseball Hall of Fame at Cooperstown). But I guess the best thing to mention today might be the new movie based on one of his songs. If you have been watching TV lately you may have seen ads for the new Cuba Gooding and Ed Harris movie "Radio". The true story of Radio was told in a song of Chuck's six years ago. ESPN heard the song and did a feature story two years ago. Hollywood saw the ESPN story and made the movie. Chuck appears at the end and his song plays over the end credits (Liz and I went last night). Chuck would like to play on his way to the Kerrville Folk Festival. We will set the date later. Hope to see everyone at the Michael Fracasso show. If you attended the first shows, you know the level of talent we are demanding and getting. Please support this effort so we can bring in more great shows. And let us know who we should book. We have been contacted by some incredible folks and may have some more news shortly (The Kennedy's, Cliff Eberhardt, Jimmy Lafave,.....). Drop your suggestions for artists (and for the Red Dragon) in my e-mail box. Thanks. Binky's Dad, Chris M www.BinkyRecords.com www.MichaelFracasso.com www.BlueRubyMusic.com Eric Taylor's site www.ChuckBrodsky.com
Ken Stewart <ken_stewart@bellsouth.net>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Thursday, November 06, 2003 at 11:36:04 (EST)
How'd the gig go at the Birdman? cold out here in the plains, tonight. My best 2 all.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, November 06, 2003 at 00:09:01 (EST)
DOUBLE BOOKED!!! HOW COULD THAT HAPPEN??? (Sorry Xero, I just couldn't help myself, sounds like dé·jà vu all over again) Hope you get things worked out.
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 14:05:29 (EST)
xero's cell number
is now on the internet
naked to the world

ted
USA - Tuesday, November 04, 2003 at 10:00:16 (EST)
I forgot to mention that if anyone has any questions concerning the slam they can contact me at my NEW cell number! It's 225-803-6160. That's the number to my NEW cell phone. It's new. And it's mine...the cell phone. O. K. I'll shut up. Why my NEW cell phone, that's what! The number is 225-803-6160! And thanks for asking, anonymous stranger! Happy dialing!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, November 03, 2003 at 23:11:20 (EST)
Hey yall. I'm sorry to inform you all that The Spanish Moon double booked us for the slam this Thursday. They have a play going on every Thursday this month. They humbly begged our forgiveness and offered to give us their Wednesday nights, starting next week. That's November 12, 19, and 26. After November we will get the Thursdays back. Please inform all those concerned of the new dates. I already have flyers and was just about to start distributing them when I found out. I'll make the date changes to them and see that this thing is promoted thoroughly! Thank you for your patience. Hey Mike, could you put this info on the home page? Thanks! Peace, poets.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, November 03, 2003 at 22:58:55 (EST)
Ok Christine, don’t get me started on “The Beaver!!!”
WOOF!!!
USA - Saturday, November 01, 2003 at 02:00:36 (EST)
Hey Ray, the reading was GREAT! It was nice to see everyone and thanks man, I needed that!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 14:24:00 (EST)
Simply Christine is
June Cleaver in a Corset
A Fabulous Girl

Christine <christineniss@bellsouth.net>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 10:40:10 (EST)
The reading at Roger's Garage last night was awesome; can't wait for the next one in November.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 08:19:06 (EST)
Turn RIGHT on Seracedar off Cedarcrest.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 08:49:10 (EST)
Hello Everyone, We gonna have a fundraiser poetry reading at Roger and Sue Kees house tonight for MoonLark--($5 each); it's an open mike and a lot of the "old" slam crowd are coming. I hear even Shannon might be coming. Don't miss it. 7-9pm @ 3445 Seracedar St. To get there go south on Airline from the I-12 overpass to Coursey Blvd. (the 3rd light), go left one block to Cedarcrest, go left just past the little bridge (about 2 or 3 blocks) to Seracedar and its the 2nd house on the left (blonde brick with 2 driveways). We want to try to do this once a month, (the last wednesday of each month) so we can all keep in touch and keep our poetry community strong and healthy. Put a poem in your pocket and come on. Also, Moonlark's Shakespeare auditions are next Saturday--we are doing "The Taming of the Shrew" this year. If you are interested call me at 634-7611. All the rehearsals will be on Saturdays this time, 4pm to 9pm. The performances will be every weekend in April 2004. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 08:47:09 (EST)
who is christine? new name to me.
me
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 05:17:02 (EST)
I've added info about the 3 weekly poetry events - all parties (Xero, Kate, Christine, Ray) please check the Moonlark Home page and let me know if any information needs to be changed.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 00:42:23 (EST)
Appreciate the plug for Soul Fusion, Xero.... what's up everyone it's Donney "Brasco", hope all is well with the slam community, I have just been busy trying to make something out of myself since I am supposedly a college graduate....Anyways I have finally completed my spoken word CD "Real Talk", it has 11 tracks that are a combination of studio and live recordings, the disc is $10 and I can be contacted for purchase @ (225) 774-0330 or emailed at drose1980@blackplanet.com or simplebutdope@blackplanet.com
Donney Brasco <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 19:35:25 (EST)
We really reeeeeealllly need as many of you as possible to make the drive to St. F'ville Wednesday Nov 5 to participate in the Poetry Competition @ Birdman. It's very easy to find: drive straight north up 61 til you get to St. Francisville, make a left at the light by the Mobil Station and it's right next to Magnolia Cafe ... also you can ask anyone in town and they can tell you. It's important, I think, that we show these Felicianians what exactly this is all about and how very cool it is so please don't make me beg cuz trust me -- it's not very pretty ... also, the first weekend in November, the 8&9 there will be an arts festival here -- also @ Birdman -- with food, live music, art etc. and they have asked me to put together a performance poetry thing so I need six or eight poets who can commit to be up here Sunday the 9th @ 4ish and who will read two maybe three poems. Please consider doing this so I don't look dumb since I (like an idiot) said "Surrrrrre!! Nooooo problem! I'll handle this!" Y'all are so fabulous I know you will help me out hugs to all Christine
Christine <christineniss@bellsouth.net>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 11:36:41 (EST)
Hey Ray, I need to get in touch with you but I have lost my address book. E-mail me your phone number. I need to talk to you about something. It's not an emergency but it is a matter of strife and breadth. Later!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 22:48:21 (EST)
Hey peoples! Dis is xero here just droppin a couple of lines to all y'all! I hope y'all haven't forgotten about the slam coming up on the 6th of November. It's going to be the greatest poetic event in the history of mankind! Hey Libery, I'm glad to see you promoting the art, man. Congradulations on the show, Mike! I miss seeing you perform. I'm also glad to see you get the Feliciana readings off the ground, Ray! I think the whole scene is in for a complete turnaround. Kate, Rashaad, and Lauren (virgin) came out to my house Sunday for the workshop. We left with an assignment to take a weak idea for a poem and write on it, instead of not writing at all. We are attempting to break free of fear's shackles, for it is the fear of writing bad poetry that causes us to stare at blank sheets of paper in paralysis. I'll see you all Thursday at Soul Fusion. Until then, WRITE FEARLESSLY! Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 21:51:48 (EST)
Ladies and Gentlemen I have a online poetry contest that will begin November 1,2003 through November 25,2003.It's free to enter and the winner will recieve $20.00 cash.Simply go to my website at www.poetryslam.net/Liberty and click on Poetry Competition and click on Guestbook and submit your poem it's that simple.A poet can submit up to 3 poems to win the money,I will notify the winer by email and post the winning poem on my website.You can also leave a message in my guestbook to let me know you dropped by.There you have a free to the poets contest with the winning submission getting $20.00 cash for the artist you have nothing to lose and everything to gain peace and love Liberty.
Liberty, "The Crazy Shaman" <Libertycrazyshaman2003@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 12:11:33 (EST)
Thank you Shelley! The show's first weekend went well.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 10:36:25 (EST)
SOUL FUSION, spoken word and live music showcase, celebrates its 1 year anniversary this Thursday, Oct. 30, 2003 @ Cafe Reggae. Admission: $10. For more information visit www.simplebutdope.com. Brought to you exclusively by Simple...But Dope Productions, LLC and Continuum Music.
donney brasco <donney@simplebutdope.com>
baton rouge , la USA - Sunday, October 26, 2003 at 22:29:35 (EST)
SOUL FUSION, spoken word and live music showcase, celebrates its 1 year anniversary this Thursday, Oct. 30, 2003 @ Cafe Reggae. Admission: $10. For more information visit www.simplebutdope.com. Brought to you exclusively by Simple...But Dope Productions, LLC and Continuum Music.
donney brasco <donney@simplebutdop.com>
baton rouge , la USA - Sunday, October 26, 2003 at 22:29:15 (EST)
break a leg, mike! :)
shelley
USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 at 19:09:56 (EDT)
Awful damn quiet on this guestbook. Ray, it's cool you got a reading going in St Francisville. The people of the Felicians will thank you for it. If you run into any of the old crew that I knew up there (like the Barnes'), tell them I said hello. I was going to add the address, map, and directions to the Birdman Coffee House, but could you verify that this is the correct info?

Birdman Coffee & Books
5689 Commerce St
Saint Francisville, LA 70775-4413
Phone: (225) 635-3665

We opened Henry V tonight in Oklahoma City. It went well. We had an OSU professor come in a couple of weeks ago and talk about Shakespeare and he focused on the language and poetry of Henry V...I thought that was very "Ray-like". Must go to sleep now...very tired...peace to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 at 03:11:49 (EDT)
Every Wednesday in Nov., 7:00 pm at the Birdman Coffee House in St. Francisville, MoonLark is doing a poetry competition. I'll be hosting the first round. Come check it out and put a poem in your pocket. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 10:29:18 (EDT)
...daylight come and me wanna go home?
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 13:11:48 (EDT)
i dey ooooooooooooooooooooooo
mugu <mugu@maga.com>
USA - Friday, October 17, 2003 at 20:45:55 (EDT)
Ok… it takes me a while to digest the guest book and John Prine, in his time was… well, what can I say, way cool! AND best I can tell. Drum machines have fallen out of favor in the new millennium(lets give thanks to the gods of rhythm).
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, October 17, 2003 at 00:48:16 (EDT)
What is happening my BR people? I hope y'all are well, and I miss all of you. Tomorrow (Friday) night there is apparently some sort of shindig in downtown BR, and Sharon, one of my co-workers is playing with her band from 8-10. I've heard her, and she is excellent. So y'all go check out the band called KingJames tomorrow night at the "Live at 5" stage on Florida across the street from Richoux's. (RC, you can duck in and grab a tea while you watch the concert). It's free, fun, and a good way to support the arts in downtown BR. Maybe y'all can spread the word about the upcoming slam, too. All is well here in Okie-land, and if anyone's interested in a road trip the play I'm in - Shakespeare's 'Henry V' - opens next Friday (10/24). If anyone comes up, you can stay at my house. Details on the play at OKC Theater Co.
I was intrigued by Scroto Hernandez's post (scroll down to see it) - wasn't he one of the candidates for California Governor?
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 20:15:00 (EDT)
hey all sorry to hear about all the problems w/ the slam . zero i'm glad someone picked up the ball and ran w/ it . BUT i don't see how i can support the slam at the moon since trey cant get in to read . if u get the slam back at a venue where all can get in please let us know . thanks for fighting to keep a good thing going . peace to all bob
YODA
tatoine, USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 23:42:43 (EDT)
Hello! Your site looks interesting. I am not a totally new to web development. I have some skills, but anyway I need to learn something new, could you please give me some advice.
al <asd@msn.com>
Kiev, NY Ukraine - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 17:31:34 (EDT)
Yes Brandon we have an open mic call the Eclicted Truth Open Mic at Cafe Raggee on Chimes Street next to LSU...it is brought to you by the Poetry Alliance every Tuesday nights from 10pm-12pm...Come check us out tonite our feature will be a sensational poet name Kate Makkai from Denver,Co now residing in Baton Rouge.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 19:13:37 (EDT)
Hi, I just recently began seraching for poetry readings/slams in the Baton Rouge area. I have never been to any and wanted to experience what they were like. In my searching I came upon your site. Will there be any performances before Nov. 6? And if so, where will they be? Thx in advance.
Brandon <bonafidegntlman@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 18:54:34 (EDT)
wussup people....it's been a mintue since I've last been on.....but I need your support....I've been asked to be in a spoken word expo this nov...here in St. Louis....but I need votes to make it...there is only 12 slots open and sixteen poet going for those slots....so if you can got to www.spokenwordexpo.com....and click on my picture and peaches' picture from new orleans...and vote til you can't vote anymore....the deadline is midnight.....so do what you can.......thank's for the support .....peace....see you soon
dorian <poetikphenom@aol.com>
STL, USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 11:51:26 (EDT)
So, it’s the backside of a full moon and roughly three weeks before Halloween. Where behind that closet door slightly ajar, our skeletons line up like the Radio City Rocketts (only three rows deep because there’s so many of em). They’ll do a couple of song and dance numbers… AND some improv! Put on one hell of a performance. Then, after the show, no less than half a dozen of em’ll head out into the audience to sign autographs, pose for photos and grant interviews. At this point, well know that we’re screwed.
Boo Who?
Gotta surf porn now..., USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 00:19:13 (EDT)
Hey Ray Fay Ray Just wanted to let you know, John Prine never used a drum machine, Wally has seven seizures a day, what can I say? God has blessed the Goodwill and One Dollar Stores. Even Leonard Cohen sounded better than usual, the other night in Bradenton. June, well, I don't know about June. Dylan Thomas is still the best for WHITE KNOWLEDGE, think he outlived, Jack London, Scotty, et. al. or all about the same age. Do you think train trips would have helped? Helped for Elizabeth Bishop. I was camped in with an older Italian girl, whom I met on the Internet. Very Nice, but sometimes too nuturing and overbearing for a Wildman like me. Still have a 6 & 12 string guitar (both older Washburns), and a killer Peavey PA. Starting to think that it was Socrates who was the original arms dealer. Poor Ion, didn't have adequate legal counsel. Sheila, Oh, Sheila, I don't know about Sheila. Nice to hear that you are building a theatre in the swamp.............reminds me of that film FITZCARRALDO, who wants to build an opera in the jungle. Werner Herzog directed. Klaus Kinski was Fitz. Today, is football, day............sorry about the Tigers yesterday. We all need ritual. Seeya Ruger
Scroto Hernandez <otisbeach43@hotmail.com>
Port Charlotte, Fl USA - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 12:05:30 (EDT)
I like poetry to be read too!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 23:10:53 (EDT)
Moved me so much I wrote a pome

slam slam slam
bastard love child
slam slam slam
under a Spanish moon
slam slam slam
blood red waves in the sky
winkles and
the moon hangs so low
you could suckle
sangria green cheese
slam slam slam
sanguine psalmistry
slam
slam
slam

ted baldwin

ted baldwin <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, October 09, 2003 at 09:23:06 (EDT)
WAH! Hat Xero or Kate, if you want to put fliers in the union it has to be Half a page anf dated, and can only be up for two weeks, so if you give me some, i can put them up and stuff. If you want to just let me know and i'll tell you when i work. I'm hoping to see ya'll at Spanish Moon! I may hope in at Cafe Reggie if i can next week. I miss ya'll! PEACE!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 20:35:06 (EDT)
Well done, Xero and Kate! I put an announcement on the Moonlark Homepage. Check it out and see if you want to add or change anything. Hell, I might even be able to be in town for the first Slam!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 11:34:53 (EDT)
YES!!!!!!!!
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 08:30:16 (EDT)
Greetings all! Kate and I would like to inform everyone that our beloved slam will be taking place every Thursday night from 7 pm to 9 pm at THE SPANISH MOON!!!!! It starts November 6th. Until further notice there will be NO COVER!!! If there ever is a cover, poets and patrons who are members of Poetry Slam Incorporated will not have to pay it. Basic membership is $15.00 and it lasts for one year. Every slam will be an open slam and first prize will be $10.00. Of course, we'll do special slams and slam related events throughout the year to raise money for the team, but right now we NEED all of you to come, bring friends, and tell them to bring friends. I'll be going on the morning show on Channel 33 soon to promote the slam and I'm planning many other things to spread the word. Kate Makkai (our new slammaster) is putting the word out to all of the slam poets around the country that Baton Rouge has a venue and they are welcome to come through for features. We know this event is not a Moonlark event but, damn it Ray, your ass had better come host whenever you want!!! For right now the regular hosts will be Kate and myself. Any other hosts will be selected at the request of the audience. We plan to put together a committee to run the slam on a permanent basis within a month or so. I guess we'll have an election or something. GIVE ME FEEDBACK!!!! If we screw this up, the people who didn't try to stop me will be to blame. Because of Kate's knowledge and experience with PSI I have asked her to be Slammaster. Ray passed it on to me and I wisely passed it on to someone smarter. Ray always made a genuine effort to make the slam be about community. He did and it changed my life. This will be our mission. This slam will not be about money, vanity, power, or politics. It will be about community. We won't always get along as well as we want, but at least all of us starving artists will be starving together. Pardon my sappiness. We look forward to reading all of your thoughts and seeing you on November 6th. Thank you, all.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 23:29:30 (EDT)
personally, i like that weird sliced dried beef in the little jars...
shelley
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 01:32:28 (EDT)
Hey, yall. Good news! I've started writing descent poetry again! Sample: "If you don't learn how to take a joke it's just going to hurt more when it sinks in" I know it sucks, but you should have seen the rough draft. Sorry about the spam. Some of us were raised on the stuff. Potted meat and vienna sausages are good too! Peace poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 00:05:18 (EDT)
Hrrmph...someone forgot to close their FONT tag... ;)
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 22:43:32 (EDT)
ooOoooOOooh....pretty red!!! xer0, don't spam! :P~
shelley
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 22:09:04 (EDT)
Hi guys! This is a great site! I miss all of you and look forward to seeing you all again. By the way, COOL SITE!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 19:02:48 (EDT)
okay, mike, how about fixin this...
ss
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 18:50:35 (EDT)
wow - it redid the entire guestbook page!
ted
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 18:00:57 (EDT)
Here is an example of colored text, no? I added some more html tages to my text to test. Hello everyone from ted.
ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 18:00:03 (EDT)
everyone does...anyone who doesn't is most likely an arrogant twit whose writing will never evolve! ;) just keep doing what you love...if you don't love it anymore, stop, find something else after a rest, and maybe it will come back around one day... :) that's where i am...
shelley
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 22:28:50 (EDT)
thanks shelley, i have issues with my writing
susan
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 22:07:20 (EDT)
The color was meant to be taken spiritual not literal.
Liberty
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 20:31:40 (EDT)
Hay all! i'm still alive, but barely! my school work is getting heavy! i'm ok, but my poetry is sucking bad for it. I haven't written anything latly. I miss ya'll and everything. I'll keep checking in and seeing what's going on.
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 18:43:15 (EDT)
hiya, susan, just read your poem and it is stunning, itself. :) thank you for sharing it!
shelley
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 18:13:13 (EDT)
Who cares about the color of the sheep, it's the garter and nylons that count!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 18:08:35 (EDT)
The Black Sheep, or the white sheep?
Liberty
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 13:54:12 (EDT)
While all the world's asleep
I'm awake with the sheep

The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 11:26:42 (EDT)
Folks - to add line breaks to your postings, please add the following string of characters to the end of your postings -  
For example, if I write a two line poem "My name is Mike / I am stinky", I can give it the proper line breaks by putting it in the guestbook as
My name is Mike 
I am stinky. 

The   symbol will not show up in the guestbook...it's just an HTML tag which tells the your web browser to put in a line break. Susan, I added line breaks to your poem below, hope you don't mind.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 10:54:44 (EDT)
The poetry reading will be at Albasha's on Bluebonnet....
Susan K
USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 08:12:20 (EDT)
where is alabasha's and yes to R.C.
s
USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 01:20:20 (EDT)
Tonight @ Cafe Reggae, the "Eclectic Truth" open mic will be featuring Quincy "Q" Hull, a poet traveling from Atlanta, GA via Memphis, TN, show starts @ 10pm... also check out the spoken word calendar for Simple...But Dope Productions for the month of October, www.simplebutdope.com. Be easy everyone.
Donney Brasco <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, September 30, 2003 at 14:13:34 (EDT)
YES! YES! YES! Woof!!! Thank you Miss Susan. That should keep the Jones' away for a while. Hope to see you soon, maybe this Friday?
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, September 30, 2003 at 13:15:10 (EDT)
In case anyone is interested Roger Kees and Shannon McGuire will be reading at Albasha's Friday, October 3 at 7:00 p.m.
susan
USA - Tuesday, September 30, 2003 at 11:31:13 (EDT)
there you go R.C...some of my latest...
oh, now here is such a carefree beauty,
steel-edged and stunning,
but i am hesitant.
this one, i fear, is
far too troublesome to touch.

but at arms length --
awe-inspiring pride,
every unlikely flash of silver scintillating;
a hushed exhibitionism that creates
inexplicable allure.

without a word, he draws me closer.
a private showing at his gallery,
every canvas his flesh.
he begins by baring his thigh
to reveal the stripes of tiger.
and i am intrigued,
but the problem, simply, is this:
he is everything
i cannot allow myself
to believe in.

because i know
i could not escape his intensity
if i were to dare its whirlpool.
i wonder at the texture of his skin
wonder if he is firm like sculpture,
wonder at the power of being
both the artist and the art.

in every revelation, it seems,
there is even more he hides away.

i am sure that there are unknown masterpieces
concealed beneath the surface
but loving him would be as much
about danger as bliss.

and even as i turn away
i cannot help imagining
sliding my fingers over taut skin
into the gaping mouth of the tiger

not completely unscathed
but so much better
for the experience.

The Tiger
susan
USA - Tuesday, September 30, 2003 at 10:55:04 (EDT)
Sounds great Xero but, I'm going into withdrawal right now! Somebody, pleeeease throw me a POEM!
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, September 30, 2003 at 09:25:04 (EDT)
That's really cool of you Mike. As for everybody else, where are you guys! There's not a lot of activity on the guestbook as of late. I'm really interested in the opinions of the people this slam belongs to. YOU!!! I spoke with Kate Makkai, a veteran slammer, earlier tonight about the points registration system. Personally, I don't like the new rules, but I don't want to leave the league. We already qualify for some of the point earning items but the longer we wait to get this show on the road, the farther we are going to be left behind by already established slams. Kate and I will be looking at some venues this weekend and asking them for an early Thursday or Friday night. I think any bar that's usually open on those nights would be happy to have us if we can start promptly and be done before their bands or d.j. come on. I'm also considering a cover charge for anyone who is not a PSI certified member. A membership costs $15 and could get them in for free for that whole year. Which leaves them with lots of money to spend with the venue. Donations could still be asked for and would go to the winner of the slam. All this is just theoretical right now. Give me some feedback!!! Peace!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, September 29, 2003 at 23:23:06 (EDT)
Xero, thanks for the link. Everyone - I have put the link to the NEW NATIONAL POETRY SLAM RULES on the Moonlark Home Page. Also, everybody should scroll down the guestbook to reads Xero's previous thoughts on the future of the slam in Baton Rouge.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, September 29, 2003 at 12:56:14 (EDT)
free asian!?! good lord, what'll they spam us with next?!? alright, mike, i think you should keep that one up! ;)
shelley
USA - Saturday, September 27, 2003 at 16:07:49 (EDT)
Great site. Enjoyed it.
free asian <[removed]>
- Friday, September 26, 2003 at 21:48:00 (EDT)
Hey everyone, this is xero. You guys can check out the new points system for nationals at www.blackair.coolfreepages.com/PSI_PointFront.htm The points system will determine which venues are allowed to send teams to represent their cities. Hey Mike, maybe you could put this on the home page so it doesn't get buried. I think many people may be interested in this information. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 at 18:37:46 (EDT)
sorry mike, i must just hit it at the time it is full...will keep that in mind...bad spammers bad spammers
susan
USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 at 17:54:10 (EDT)
Susan - I check the guestbook every day and remove the spam. So you should never see spam here for more than a few hours. In addition, we're planning a more "spam-proof" guestbook in the near future.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 at 12:38:01 (EDT)
you cant even enjoy the guest book anymore because of the spam...oh well
susan
USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 at 09:24:50 (EDT)
Yes, keeping up with the Jones’ is tough so... I bid six dollars and a sixty-sixth sense that the next entry here is a real poem.
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 at 01:00:09 (EDT)
Ok... so where do I enter my bid on this thing? What do you mean this isn't E-Bay? Crap, no wonder I haven't managed to buy anything yet.
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, September 25, 2003 at 18:05:28 (EDT)
Hey everybody! I just wanted to say how much I miss seeing all of the loyal slammers and to assure you guys that the slam will be back soon. Ray has told me that he's not going to attempt to do anymore of them is B.R. I'm hoping I can find the right venue, broker the right deal, and bring Ray back to the event that changed my life a few short years ago. Poetry Slam Incorporated has put a lot of new stipulations on the venues to qualify for representation at nationals. I've been talking to some of our local slammers who are most experienced with PSI and concentrating on getting this thing back on the scene correctly. One of the things I'm envisioning is a Baton Rouge Chapter of Poetry Slam Incorporated. The Eclectic Truth reading has always survived because it's not run by one person but by a collective of poets who have a vested interest in it's existence. The slam had that at one time but it got lost somewhere along it's long trip down Third Street. Having a slam that is run by a collective of poets who can join as they please gives it a loyal roster of poets who all take turns carrying out it's various duties. Now, please keep in mind that I'm just putting some of these thoughts out there, knowing that every word is subject to change, but I'm really hoping that you ALL will please take the time to respond one way or the other to some of these ideas. Please don't allow your silence to endorse things that you don't agree with. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, September 24, 2003 at 22:52:34 (EDT)
Shelley, we're glad you enjoy the Simple...But Dope website, we have recently upgraded so you may want to check out the new additions. Peace to the slam and all its supporters. Donney B....... oh yeah coming soon poetryalliance.com, the official website of the Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance
Donney Brasco <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 at 20:20:32 (EDT)
Cosmos - your friend should sign up on the Southern Fried Poetry Slam email list - go to groups.yahoo.com and sign up for the list called "southernfriedslam". The 2004 Southern Fried Regional Poetry Slam is going to be in Miami, so I'm sure they have some kickin' poetry down there. In addition, maybe Larry Knight (scroll a few messages down in the guestbook to see Larry's post and email) knows someone down there. Larry! Good to hear from you brother! Greetings to the east coast from the plains of Oklahoma. Go smell the ocean for me!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, September 22, 2003 at 22:51:30 (EDT)
Does anyone know any good slams in Miami? Asking for someone down there!
Cosmos <blueshaman13>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Monday, September 22, 2003 at 15:55:51 (EDT)
whats up people sorry i couldnt make it to the grand ive just been busy with school and all. So any luck on finding a new venue hit me back ohhh and hey i was thinking about putting together a book of slam poetry would any one like to contribute a few pieces idk how its gonna go down yet but it might be a good idea it might get people more intrested in the slam
trey
USA - Monday, September 22, 2003 at 12:53:26 (EDT)
xer0--enjoy spanishtown!!! i liked it alright for a few years!
shelley
USA - Saturday, September 20, 2003 at 11:07:56 (EDT)
Hello guys. This is xero. I want to apologize for getting to the slam so late the other night. I had some personal stuff going on. I want you all to know that I'm kicking off the Sunday poetry workshops again at my house starting this Sunday promptly at 1:00 pm. I live at 632 University Walk, Apt. #3, in Spanish Town. If you take North Street heading towards the river, you can make a right turn on Seventh Street, then take a left turn on University Walk. I live on the top floor of a green two-story house. You'll have to walk around back and come up the stairs to enter. If you think you'll be more than 15 minutes late, please consider waiting until the next week. It's hard to get anything done with people constantly knocking at the door and saying their hello's. I look forward to seeing all my old workshop crew and any of the new. Yes, that DID rhyme. It wasn't just in your mind. HEY, I did it again! Without even trying to make it happen!!! OH YOUR GOD!!!! Peace, yall.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, September 19, 2003 at 19:08:40 (EDT)
well, since simple...but dope doesn't have a guestbook, i'll just sign here :) that's a great site, with a lot of potential...and such glowing bios! ;) donney, when that cd comes out, let us know! (like i don't know that you'll be plugging the hell out of it)
shelley
USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 20:46:39 (EDT)
Peace readers and patrons of Moonlark Productions, whenever a spare minute permits be sure to check out the website of Simple...But Dope Productions, LLC, www.simplebutdope.com. Check out the pics from Soul Fusion and other events and check the announcements for all upcoming SBD Productions events as well as poetry events across the city and state.
Simple...But Dope Productions, LLC <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
Baton Rouge, la USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 19:10:45 (EDT)
Peace everyone. Hope things are going well in the mighty BR. When are some of you going to make the journey to Jax? The door is open, the beds are turned back, and the hospitality is HERE! Think of it, and let me know. In the meantime, stay focused, and continue to support ART! -PEACE/LIGHT Larry
Larry Knight <LJK93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 14:47:54 (EDT)
Who won last night?
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 10:14:00 (EDT)
i have consulted with my flying monkeys, and they do, indeed, resent unfairness, along with bigotry and hipocrasy. but it seems they quite enjoy flinging poo. and it looks like ted got hit by the engrish spambot.
shelley
USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 08:05:35 (EDT)
test test
ted
USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 02:45:38 (EDT)
thanking you great site. My last message removed - MIKE thought it was spam - just ted riffing on spammers! Hope your levee trip was worthing while too. Enlarge your Venus de Milo like mind - click here. No, here. No ----------here! hehehehehehehehehe----- love you all sort of------- ted ----------------------! ted
ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 02:44:33 (EDT)
Hmmmm...Wesley Clark announces that he's running for president on the same day that Salon.com has an article about George Clinton and P-Funk ???? And on the very same day that McDonald's announces that they will begin serving Adult Happy Meals...and on the same day that I won my very first ebay bid? ....and on the same day that researchers at Emory University announce that monkeys resent unfairness???? Coincidence? I think not.
P-funk, monkey-monk
Lower Bootie, LA USA - Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 01:36:29 (EDT)
Hello everyone. This is xero and I just wanted to say that I'm glad to see you guys are keeping your senses of humor about this. The slam has been through rough spots before and probably will again, but it will always be around. Remember, events that are hard to endure are always sweetly recalled. Except for rapes, beatings, and stuff like that. I guess you can't go around repeating every proverb you read. Anyway, I got a new poem! (So I like myself again) Even if I didn't I was planning on coming to the levee tonight. So I hope to see as many of you all there as possible. Peace!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, September 17, 2003 at 18:13:09 (EDT)
Grand Slam Tonight!! We gonna do it on the levee across from the centroplex again. 7pm and the book closes at 7:30.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, September 17, 2003 at 10:22:03 (EDT)
WHERE DO WE SLAM TONIGHT?
????
USA - Wednesday, September 17, 2003 at 09:10:53 (EDT)
Have you known about big storm yet? What do you think, internet will be alive during the event? [webmaster's note - I left this spam b/c it sounds kind of intriguingly prophetic...I removed the hyperlinks, tho]
Slim <address removed>
Forenwill, PA USA - Wednesday, September 17, 2003 at 05:27:04 (EDT)
HAY YA'LL!!! I don't know if i'm coming Wednesday, My first Geography test wasn't good and Japanese is getting more in depth but i will try my hardest to come! BUT if i don't GAVIN! i had, in the sense of it's my job and i could have gotten in trouble, to teh friers down for the bulliten Board cause they were more then two weeks old. Just letting you dude. Later!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Tuesday, September 16, 2003 at 21:49:01 (EDT)
Ted, that sounds cool. I'll hit you backchannel for the code examples.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, September 15, 2003 at 18:07:41 (EDT)
MIKE - seen a lot of "enter the code" protection (like on verisign's who-is lookup) -------------------basically you have to enter the code shown on a graphic which serves as an open password that machines cannot read. You enter the code, and have full access to the functions. I wonder if there is an easily available code you could implement? You could also make mandatory entering some text in a form line - or do web robots know how to get past that? The javascript checks for certain fields being completed - i can tell you where some examples are i have done if you want. coastfilm@aol.com later gater ted
ted baldwin <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Monday, September 15, 2003 at 09:48:53 (EDT)
all joking aside, i don't even know you, greta, but i don't blame you, and would urge all unescorted folk (male OR female) to be careful out there...7 is a little early, but you never know... be careful, guys. :)
shelley
USA - Monday, September 15, 2003 at 09:48:01 (EDT)
hello greta---there were ten or so of us - we met at the fountains across from the centroplex and next to the lasc museum. between the jet fighter and the museum. It was a great night, cool breeze blowing, only three or four people passed by, and a kid practicing tricks on a skateboard (without helmet or pads - send a donation in lieu of flowers to...). It was a quiet intimate reading, with myself, gavin, the french reader, rc, lliberty, the keyes, Ray, (missing somebody). We each read twice and there were few mosquitos. My case of west nile has almost cleared up, and the vagrants holding Mrs. Keyes for ransom have lowered their demand to 8 thousand dollars and two cases of beans. Ray's sureery after the knife attack went well, and R.C. was last seen in the company of some gay skinheads who had heard one of his culturally expositive poems sometime in the past few weeks. I got part of him in the mail yesterday, and the rest will be showing up soon. If anyone knows which police station is holding Liberty, let us know, and please tell gavin where we are meeting next time - he was waiting on the levee steps so he could be the first to sign the book for the next reading. Well, that's all there is to write about, i have go clean up all the blood I have been coughing up. See you soon! love ted
ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Monday, September 15, 2003 at 09:40:49 (EDT)
Well, how many people did get to attend on the levee? How do we find you? I don't think I am going to go until we have a venue. I am not comfortable with climbing up there and walking back and forth until I find a group of poets. Sorry.
Greta
USA - Monday, September 15, 2003 at 08:34:43 (EDT)
I agree, Liberty, that the spam is getting out of hand. I've cleaned it off for now, but more will certainly appear. I'm going to try to reconfigure the guestbook to see if we can shake some of the spambots, but it will probably be several days to a week b/f I can get around to it.
MIke <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Sunday, September 14, 2003 at 13:43:08 (EDT)
Wow,this spam is really getting out of hand in here!
Liberty <www.poetryslam.ne/Liberty>
USA - Sunday, September 14, 2003 at 13:09:51 (EDT)
...a bunch of spam removed by Mike....
Hey everybody! I'm sorry I didn't make the slam by the river. I'm just now finding out about it. Could someone please give some details about how it went. Who read? What kind of audience showed up? What was the levee foot traffic like? Did the people stop and listen? Did they like it? Tell me dammit!!! Anyway, I'm thinking the morning show coverage could be a way to publicly "sell" our event to any venue owners who might be out there listening. We could also get the media to cover the poor homeless poets congregating on the banks of the levee, desperately struggling to keep an ancient artform alive in a city that seems to be allergic to culture and diverse dialouge. Just a thought. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Saturday, September 13, 2003 at 18:37:17 (EDT)
just like christine, i could get you folks on tv. it's actually not like my pulling strings at all, it's just that you need to contact the station and ask if they'd like to have you. i had informed r.c. of this a long time ago, when we were still doing poets anonymous and i got the billboard posted on our morning show. at that point in time, the producer of the show said she'd love to have some poets on, but we never did get everyone together to decide when, etc. so if you guys want to do some publicity, you can contact wvla and ask to speak with the producer of morning baton rouge. let me know (here on the guestbook) if you are definitely interested, and i'll put in my good word with her. it would probably be best if ray showed up as well, to speak for the slam and appeal to possible patrons... of course, the whole thing really would go more smoothly once a venue has been found. :)
shelley
USA - Saturday, September 13, 2003 at 11:47:58 (EDT)
is the levee slam gonna be a consistent thing until it gets cold, or is Moonlark in the process of getting another venue? Hopefully things pick up, but at this rate everyone may be saying adios to the BR slam
an inquiring mind <none>
fill in the blank, inqry USA - Saturday, September 13, 2003 at 04:07:25 (EDT)
Clean...Poetry,hummmmm.I think,I have clean poetry it goes like this,I'am not afraid of the pain anymore,my inspiration refuses to give in!Writer's block in my mind never existed,because the drive in my soul reminences my confession!Deadly ambitions written in oracle lessions!Speaking my purpose with the intent to entertain your arrival,the poetical idol spitting descriptions of fire!Soundwaves extended for day's and day's,I got many way's to solve hardships of ages!I'm powerful my spirit will never get to be horrible,It's critical my energy exceed what's pitiful!Affectual, but never take slams to serious,quit like some poets excuses delerious!I rather preach and reach by beseeching to teach,we uplift the weak, we control the heat!We excite with might, we write and recite,tonight we fly like kites beyond your sight!With passion we lay down spoken word,so spread the news about the poems you heard!Education romance freelance with worth,Got to work poets,poets we got to work!
Liberty,"The Crazy Shaman"Mitchell <www.poetryslam.net/Liberty>
Poetry City, La Slam U America - Friday, September 12, 2003 at 16:55:54 (EDT)
"While it can be wise to utilize anger as a tool, it's the fool who embraces it as virtue" Junk Bard Dog
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, September 12, 2003 at 16:46:04 (EDT)
ouch! here i go doing things like taking care of my kids and working on my new business for a couple of weeks and when i finally pull my head out from under the covers i find out that all this stuff has happened!!! personally i can kind of see avoyelle's point except what were they going to do with that space every wed. night anyway? the way i see it any money they did make was found money for them but what do i know? no one has yet asked me to rule the world so ..... anyway, i can say this: 1) there is a venue that would love to have us -- the catch: it is up here in fabulous St. F'ville (which for some reason people think is too far to drive although many Baton Rougeans think nothing of popping down to N.O. for the evening) 2) WAFB would like to have Slam Poets as guests on their morning show 11/11 to discuss the Slam, BR poetry in general, perform a few (clean) pieces and generally try to get some buzz going re: BR poetry community i promised Xero a couple of wks ago that i would make this happen and i did, just appears to be a day late and a dollar short and for that i apologize ... it is still an awesome opportunity for exposure however and should not be passed up if we can find a few people who can perform clean poetry and don't mind getting up at four am to appear on television. Christine
Christine <neeachille@aol.com>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Friday, September 12, 2003 at 14:53:03 (EDT)
Thanks for that sentiment, Shelley. Well put. Stay angry.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, September 12, 2003 at 10:35:40 (EDT)
by the way, i request a moment of guestbook silence for the thousands of people who have died, are dying due to the idiocy and religious mania of a few frightened little men who can't even look into the faces of the women they rape. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- and now, a cheer for everyone who has ever tried to fight tyranny like that!!!!!! thank you, world, for keeping up hope and teaching us that our anger is a gift. (if you get my drift on that last one)
shelley
USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 22:50:59 (EDT)
hmm...i, for one, could say a little something about that whole "we do tend to shun...ignorance" thing, but for the sake of being nice per r.c.'s request for "k", i won't.
shelley
USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 22:46:25 (EDT)
Ok k, or is it 3? Perhaps xxx, y or zzzzzzz? Whom am I analyzing this evening? Hoo-ever, that's not important. You've obviously got a lot of issues that need to be addressed before we can even think about working on your multiple personality problems. As for your disdain for me, it's perfectly normal to lash out at your therapist during the early stages of recovery. Ironically, later on in your progression you'll likely become infatuated and fantasize about having sex with me (if you aren't already). But again, this is perfectly normal so don't worry, we'll blow up that bridge when we get to it. Now, I've reviewed my notes from our last session and see that we closed with you trying to put into words, why it is you feel people dislike you so much. So, what did you come up with? That was it? Ok, based on what I've read below I can tell you that the inability to respond directly and maintain the subject line of a conversation would tend to put people off. Especially when you consider that those who participate in Slam, regardless of age, race, gender or any other demographic for that matter. Are as a rule not only here to have fun, but to better them selves and learn as well. Good communication skills are considered paramount and yes, I’m afraid we do tend to shun the appearance of ignorance. But lets get back to you! It’s important to understand that as therapist, we're not miracle workers and it usually takes two or three sessions in order to form a proper clinical diagnosis. While surely you suffer from severe social anxiety disorder as we discussed last week, based your latest statement(s), this could just be a symptom manifested of a much more serious illness, paranoid schizophrenia. I'm basing this on your apparent fear of not being able to run fast enough to avoid the police when your not doing anything wrong and a mosquito born virus that generally infects only the infirm and those who lack enough garlic in their diets. Tell me, what else are you afraid of? Ok, ok! If you don't want to talk about it right now, that's all right, we'll move on to something else. Why don't we do this? I want you forget about all the reasons you hate you’re life for just a moment. Close your eyes and think of a pleasant setting, somewhere where you feel safe and comfortable and relaxxx. Then, when you’re ready, try to say something NICE! Just one pleasant thought! Now I know how difficult this is for you but you've got to try. Go ahead, I know you can do it. I'm listening.... P.S. I really hate to bring this up but your HMO is giving me fits. Would you please contact your agent to see when I can expect payment on your account? You might also want to check and make sure your premium payments are current. I can see this is going to take a while!
Dr. WOOF!!!
Social Interaction 101, USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 21:23:26 (EDT)
wow...that's some crappy poetry if ever i've seen any!
shelley
USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 20:41:05 (EDT)
hello
hello
USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 17:24:04 (EDT)
Shoulda stayed at the Bee
it was almost free
you didn't buy shit
but you had to git
now you're on the levee
scratchin yur ass
and breathin heavy

guess hoo
red dick, USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 17:21:58 (EDT)
Dear K, you've got to stop barging into my office like this unannounced. Please make an appointment! I'm currently with another patient and have a full schedule for today however, I CAN feel your pain so, I'm gonna go ahead and write you in for a late session, lets say after seven this evening? Great, I'll see you then and in the mean time, if your feeling more stressed than usual, go ahead and double up on your medication at noon. Just this once though! I'll see you at seven.
Dr. WOOF!!!
Social Interaction 101, USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 10:11:25 (EDT)
It was beautiful. If you missed it, you missed an evening that revealed what this poetry thing we do is all about; its deeper than logic or mosquito fear. "K" --put your name down and quit being afraid of stuff--you're missing it--have courage--get some deet for goodness sake--what a wimp.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 08:35:26 (EDT)
first of all, i am not going to sit on the levee because i am not into the NILE VIRUS mosquito drama, second of all, i can't imagine going to the steps of the capitol without a permit to congregate! WHAT? are you trying to get all of us arrested. don't you know the law? mob flashes are against the law and you can be arrested, they just happen so fast the cops are too slow to arrest! i don't think after RC drinks a freaking gallon of whisky he would be capable of running, do you? these are not sane ideas. i know i don't have the solution, but this is not it!
k
USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 07:47:07 (EDT)
HEY TREY, you missed it man! Regardless of the weather, it’s always cool where poets hang and tonight was no exception. We spilled similes onto the sidewalk, meandered through metaphors manifested by the big muddy and pondered the proclivities of life over Joe’s jovial prose (sorry about the all alliteration, I consider it eloquent and can’t help myself). If that’s not enough, we coerced Miss Catherine to a blush as she shared two stanzas and bared her soul for the first time in a kind of pseudo, incognito, Slam indoctrination. All in French mind you! It was a nice evening out under out a full moon and yes, we all howled!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, September 11, 2003 at 00:24:00 (EDT)
yeah poetry on the levee sounds like a good idea but dont u think this might be the wrong time a year itll be pretty hot and the bugs will be bad oh and FYI at the main library they said there gonna have a poetry slam comeing up i feel we should show upo and show them what real poetry is, SLAM POETRY.
trey
USA - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 16:11:20 (EDT)
Poetry on the levee tonight (see Ray's post below) sounds like a cool idea. I like the idea of bands of poets roaming Baton Rouge - sort of like a flash mob. Y'all should also think about doing a slam on the steps of the Capitol. The steps form a nice area for the audience to sit.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 11:37:18 (EDT)
Guys, why do you post so many messeges about viagra in guestbooks? Do you have any problem? :)
Tsuren <tsyren@yahoo.com>
Real, SP Spain - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 04:37:56 (EDT)
Hay everyone,sorry i'llbe missing this wednesday, but i have a Japanese test thursday and a geography test friday and treading for philosopy BUT i will be at the grand slam! Good luck to you Rayin getting a venue! See ya'll Later!!!!
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Tuesday, September 09, 2003 at 19:41:34 (EDT)
DAMN SHELLY..DID NOT KNOW THAT ANI'S STUDIO WAS IN N.O.. I WOULD LOVE TO SIT SOMEWHERE AND CATCH A JAM SESSION..HOW DID I NOT KNOW THAT.. BUT THANKS.. IT WILL BE MY FIRST SHOW SO I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO IT..LOVE HER MUSIC..TRYING TO LEARN IT.. HARD AS HELL BUT I WILL GET IT.. ANYWAY.. HOPE YALL FIND A SPOT FOR THE SLAM SOON ..PEACE
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Tuesday, September 09, 2003 at 18:08:43 (EDT)
Hello Everyone, I refuse to be denied; until further notice (I have a line on two possible venues) the Slam WILL be held on the levee somewhere near the USS Kidd. Just show up and we'll howl at the moon; the weather should be perfect and all we really need is us. Never say die! Show up with heart, a poem if you have it, and a positive attitude. We will keep the slam alive and well, no matter what.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, September 09, 2003 at 09:42:47 (EDT)
Sounds like a good show to me but, us home bodies rarely get past our own backyards and I’m surely gonna miss it. Miss Rage I hope you enjoy the show and Shelley (with an E,), while it’s been nice to see your words recently, it would be even nicer to actually see your smile! Looking at our own problems at home though, I have three suggestions for a full moon “SLAM” come Wednesday evening. There’s the rest area on I-10 south of Gonzales? The parking lot of the Home Depot on Airline Highway (where they cut down that grove of oak trees) once called the Oak Manor Hotel? Or, we all show up on time at the LSU Greek Theater. Bring soft drinks and snacks along with our donations and Ray, if your really good… you can finance next year’s team with what you collect from the passer bys. I’ll bring a flashlight to hold over the shoulder of anyone who’s not up to howling at the moon and when you really stop and think about it, what poet needs a mic if they’re words are sincere? > No, I don’t sleep much at night.......
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, September 09, 2003 at 01:46:53 (EDT)
i'm sure you'll enjoy it rage...i've seen her three times and skipped the last year, will be skipping this one, too. btw, in case you didn't know, she's moved her studio from buffalo to new orleans within the last year or so. so now you can just walk around the quarter and hope to bump into her like my friends keep doing! :) have fun and be safe!
shelley
USA - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 20:39:48 (EDT)
PEACE AND BLESSINGS.. THIS IS RAGE.. IF THERE ARE ANY ANI DIFRANCO FANS LIKE ME OUT THERE.. PLEASE NOTE.. ANI WILL BE AT TWI RO PA IN NEW ORLEANS ON 10/11/03.. THE TICKETS ARE 35.50 AND ON SALE NOW..IF ANYONE L0VES THIS WONDERFULLLLL WOMANS MUSIC .. YES U CAN SEE HER LIVE.. I AM GOING FOR SURE.. EVEN IF I HAVE TO CATCH THE BUS ALONE AND TAKE A CAB TO THE SHOW..LOL..IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN GOING E MAIL ME..AND FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT KNOW WHO SHE IS... PLEASE PICK UP ONE OF HER ALBUMS.. I SUGGEST LIVING IN CLIP OR THE NEW ONE CALLED EVOLVE.. YOU WILL LOVE IT.. PEACE AND BLESSINGS// RAGE
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 10:48:24 (EDT)
Hey everyone. It was great seeing y'all at the Slam Wednesday, though I'm bummed that the Avoyelles thing didn't work out. An important note, though....I talked to Ray and it appears this week's slam will NOT be at the Kees' house. Ray will probably post more info tomorrow AM. In the meantime, if anyone has ideas on where to hold the slam, please speak up! Ray's busting his tail to find a new venue, but he could certainly use some help. So if you have friend's/aquaintances/relatives that have a venue and would like an opportunity to host some of the best poetry in the country, please post your ideas here on the guestbook, or email info@moonlark.org.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Sunday, September 07, 2003 at 20:01:01 (EDT)
Yes, RC slam extreme is a "version" of slam in which all pieces must be improved or memorized, they must be under 3 minutes long, and they must be the poet's own original work. It's pretty much the regular rules with no paper. Man, I was really looking forward to some feedback from everyone. It's hard to believe that RC is the only one who has visited the guestbook recently. Yall talk to me, dammit! Oh, and thanks for your input RC. Peace, poet!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Sunday, September 07, 2003 at 17:35:54 (EDT)
See… this is why I try to stay away from the guest book. Inevitably, I poem someone off! On another note, as I recall. Slam extreme means standard slam rules PLUS, never preformed, no paper? Correct me if I’m wrong. (and,why are my numbers always lower than every one else’s?)
WOOF!!!
USA - Saturday, September 06, 2003 at 01:38:08 (EDT)
Hey,yall. It's xero. If you weren't at the slam last Wednesday you missed Ray's announcement about moving the slam to Roger Kees' house. I'm sure directions will be forthcoming. Those of us in the Poetry Alliance are also toying with the idea of bringing back The Slam Extreme to our regularly scheduled Tuesday night. The Slam Extreme was a version of slam we used to do to turn people on to what was going on with Moonlark. I think it could be cool for the novices to see while the veterans are over at Roger's every Wednesday. If we do it, it'll be once a month, but I want to get from feedback from everybody in the poetry community before I ask the Poetry Alliance to take a vote on it. So, yall stop stalking the guestbook and sign the damn thing! I'll see yall Tuesday and Wednesday. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, September 05, 2003 at 21:52:22 (EDT)
kissin my feet didnt mean anything cuz i am married! i thought that was just your greeting while you were on the floor!
S
USA - Friday, September 05, 2003 at 18:10:56 (EDT)
BAAAAH!!!!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, September 05, 2003 at 17:42:16 (EDT)
alright, if you two are gonna get kinky, take it elsewhere or throw in a sheep!
shelley
USA - Friday, September 05, 2003 at 16:14:51 (EDT)
Damn Susan, maybe I am drinking to much. I could have sworn that was your butt I kissed! (By the way, aren't you married? I hope your hubby ain't looking in?)
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, September 05, 2003 at 14:09:53 (EDT)
mmm well you kissed my feet once...i guess un-sober is okay in my book...
Susan
USA - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 17:33:42 (EDT)
What fun would that be?
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 13:36:53 (EDT)
Wow, RC, do that sober sometime.
Susan
USA - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 06:47:21 (EDT)
DON’T BE DISSIN QUILTING BEES! I HAVE VERY FOND MEMORIES OF TRIMMING TRIANGLES AND ADJUSTING THAT FRAME TO ACCOMMODATE ARTHRITIC FINGERS WHILE I SERVED ICE TEA(WITH OUT THE VODKA MIND YOU!) I SEE US MORE LIKE SQUARE PEGS DON’T FIT, YET TRANSCEND LONELINESS. TO BECOME INTRICATELY CUT PIECES OF A COMPLICATED JIGSAW PUZZLE. LIKE DNA, INDIVIDUALLY IMPRINTED. TIE DIED INTO A SINGLE HOME SPUN COTTON FIBER, BLOWN IN BY THE WIND. NO… ATTRACTED. BY STATIC ELECTRICITY OR MAYBE KINETIC ENERGY? WHATEVER IT IS THAT BRINGS SUCH THINGS TOGETHER. NO RULES, WE JUST FALL INTO PLACE BESIDE A COURSE STRAND OF BURLAP OR A CULTURED THREAD OF FINE SILK. WITH PATIENCE, BACK AND FORTH RAY SHUTTLES THOSE COMMON THREADS IN THE DEBAUCHERY THAT IS DECENCY. A LOVE OF SPOKEN WORD AND POETRY WHERE WITH GUIDANCE, HAPPENSTANCE ACQUIRES FORM, FORM BECOMES ART, EVENTUALLY EMERGING, A BEAUTIFUL TAPESTRY ALIVE WITH OUR PASSION AND A SOUL OF US ALL. CHANGING, GROWING, BLOSSOMING IN PLACES, WITH AN OCCASIONAL CIGARETTE BURN OR SHED TEAR OF SPILLED DRINK, WEEPING AT MY ALCOHOL DRENCHED FRINGES! INEVITABLY FRAYING, UNRAVELING COMPLETELY. AS WE WANDER OUR WAY TO THAT LAST CALL DESTINY, IN OUR CYCLE OF LIFE. AS ONCE AGAIN WE BECOME WANDERING WHISPERS. THREAD BARREN CASTAWAYS ON A WIND THAT DELIVERED US. IT’S A LOSS NOT TO MOURN, BUT TO CELEBRATE. IN ANTICIPATION OF A NEW ENTITY, BORN OF OUR HUMANITY AND WE SHALL CREATE IT, TOMORROW.
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 01:12:10 (EDT)
So eloquently put Xero. I have to agree with Shelley too...I just got tired...started to have the attractiion of a quilting Bee...same stitch, same patch. Sorry if I was blunt, but what other way to put the truth...ah, as you did Xero...thanks...Susan
Susan
USA - Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at 22:03:36 (EDT)
no offense to ray or anyone else, as i know it wasn't anyone's sole fault that the slam has been moved around so often, but seeing the same damn faces and hearing the same damn styles (if not poems themselves) is one of the top reasons i stopped attending. i used to give mad word of mouth time to the slams at the other readings i attended/hosted as well as to anyone who would listen, but it was really hard to get ppl to understand that it was no longer at m's, or to understand where the hell the new location was. in addition, having the slam bounce from place to place tells most ppl that it is unstable. unstable shows give unstable entertainment, and most want to be guaranteed a decent time. this is like starting the slam almost from the ground up, as a whole new core audience (or maybe just new pool from which to draw a new audience each night) is necessary to attract others and a stable venue. don't ask me how to do it; i just watch.
shelley
USA - Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at 20:47:23 (EDT)
Hello folks, this is xero. I think Susan has a blunt, but valid, point! We love poetry and great performances but business owners love making a profit, and the bigger the better. In all of my experiences with venue owners and managers they've always been solely concerned with packing their places and making a shitload of loot, not foot traffic or community, and definitely not their love for the arts. They're not supposed to. I believe, like many of you, that mobs of people would attend the slams if they knew about them. But so far we have failed to aggresively and convincingly promote this event. Note: Flyers won't do it! You don't put a band-aid on a heart attack. This event needs major press and immediately! The few of us who are hanging on will eventually grow tired of seeing the same 8 faces every Wednesday. One of the great things about the slam is that is has the ability to attract a diverse mix of poeple, but when only those same poeple keep showing up, they slowly start to conform to a single character and attitude. Don't get me wrong, I love yall! I just think it's time we saw other poeple. P.S. I'd still like to remain friends! Let's get some new blood on that damn mic and in those seats!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at 17:40:36 (EDT)
Nah, no need to enlarge something that don't get used(you should know that!)
woof!!!
USA - Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at 09:06:07 (EDT)
RC! So, the P enlargement is medication!!!!!
S
USA - Tuesday, September 02, 2003 at 20:23:02 (EDT)
Ok, is this a guest book or an on line pharmacy? If it's a drug store, why don't I see the ones I'm looking for?
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, September 02, 2003 at 17:07:57 (EDT)
I just wanted to say WOW! your site is really good and i'm proud to be one of your perm. surfers, be sure to my poetry enlargement project site, dont laugh! here's my poetry enlargement site: poetry enlargement
Poetry Enlargement <Cmdr in Chief>
LA, CA USA - Tuesday, September 02, 2003 at 16:14:20 (EDT)
KINKY!
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, September 02, 2003 at 09:14:51 (EDT)
or "SPANKINATOR"????
The Naked Poet
Bunkie , LA USA - Monday, September 01, 2003 at 19:42:48 (EDT)
Is it spam eater or "SPAMINATOR"?
WOOF???
USA - Monday, September 01, 2003 at 09:10:30 (EDT)
Rest easy, Cosmos. The Spam-Eater is here. Sorry to all about the proliferation of spam over the last couple of days. I've been out of pocket and not able to clear it out. Susan has some interesting points, which I'm going to cogitate upon before posting my thoughts on the situation. (I'm at work all day, so it will be tonight/tomorrow). My best to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Baton Rouge (this week), LA USA - Sunday, August 31, 2003 at 14:13:08 (EDT)
AH! The spam is taking over!!! ::runs in circles:: Where's Mike???
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Saturday, August 30, 2003 at 17:15:45 (EDT)
Hello everyone. Hope everyone is fine. I don't blame any establishment for wanting some type of gratuity, although, Donny warned yall about Avoyelles being underhanded. The problem from the beginning, as I saw it, is how can you expect someone to have their establishment stay open late, use their employees who are being paid extra, dirty the place, and walk out scot free? At Motorano's and NewsBee that is what I saw happen. That is how it has been as far as I have seen it in the last two years. If we all had this type of business would we do it? Would WE welcome US with open arms after awhile? We were/are a bunch of freeloaders. Hope to see yall soon wherever the slam ends up.
Susan
USA - Saturday, August 30, 2003 at 06:32:28 (EDT)
you didnt miss me, i forgot about it and went clubbin'
greta
USA - Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 08:08:32 (EDT)
A seven day synopsis of guest book entries (excluding of course my own somewhat inane tirades which I’ll leave up to you): Xero, the phrase “Lets Roll” is now technically owned by the widow of one of those fellows on the plane that crashed in PA. Let’s hope we don’t get sued for copyright infringement? Taaj, despite what Mike said, I thought Spam was an over priced, furry little mammal from England they somehow managed to stuff into a can. Which personally I like pan-fried and served up as indicated in an earlier entry. But, as is usually the case, I’m most likely wrong! Cosmos, I agree that the food is important even if they don’t serve Spam (it’s a shame how spell check don’t recognize the word spam if it ain’t capitalized). Greta, please accept my apology for inadvertently adding an “a” to the misspelling of “miss” in my earlier thought. If it were intentional, I’d say so now. Ted, TOO MANY NUMBERS MAN and where were you tonight you nice young boy? While time doesn’t allow me to comment on all of the well intended and note worthy thoughts expressed over the course of the past week. I’ll stir the pot by closing with this, WHERE IS MY PATIENT?
Dr. WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 03:29:46 (EDT)
Where was Greta tonight, how did I miass her?
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 01:00:10 (EDT)
Greta - Ray is always at the slam. I think he's only missed about 5 slams in the last 5 years. Best regards.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 17:56:05 (EDT)
Dear Mike, Thank you. I will. Will he be there? Greta
GK
USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 17:08:44 (EDT)
Greta - as Moonlark's webmaster, I'm going to have to defer to Ray for most of your questions, but I can answer a couple of them. 1) Matt Wright is a software developer who wrote the software which powers this guestbook - because he gives his stuff away for free, I gladly give him attribution on this guestbook. 2) The Baton Rouge Poetry Slam was started in 1997 by Ray Sibley, the founder and Artistic Director of Moonlark Productions. Sorry I can't answer more of your questions. Why don't you drop by Avoyelles on Wednesday night and bend Ray's ear about this? I'm sure they'd love to have you.
MIke <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 11:28:41 (EDT)
Who are the people on the Moonlark Board? Have we ever met any of these board members? Is the slam non profit for those involved? Who is Matt Wright? Can Moonlark Board make decisions other than what they were created to do for a non profit organization? Is it kinda like the Shriners making decisions on circuses or is it like Rotarians making decisions that are not in their interests of their businessman? Is it Moonlark that runs the slams? Is it Moonlark Slams? How is Moonlark involved with the Slams? And then, why is Moonlark involved and not the individual that created Moonlark. Is it one and the same?
Greta Koob
USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 06:00:08 (EDT)
Good thinking, Ted and Mike! We should tell avoyelles to suck our dictionaries and form some kind of committee to help Ray brainstorm some solutions to our issues. I know that Moonlark has a board of directors and if Ray feels like they can do the job that's cool. But I would like to offer myself to the cause if the cause would have me. The slam is the nucleus of the Baton Rouge poetry community and must be preserved by any means neccesary. I'm locked and loaded! Let's Roll!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, LA USA - Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 16:53:45 (EDT)
I believe that the slam community in BR needs to form a committee to discuss slam issues and problems. Among the problems - what's up with Avoyelles? Is it worth staying there? What needs to be done to get more slam attendance? Who will take care of this? This committee needs to meet as soon as possible. Then perhaps a few members of the committee can sit down with the general manager and/or owner of Avoyelles and work out the problems. The reason I think a slam committee is so important is that I see a LOT of good ideas on this guestbook, but this guestbook is not an appropriate forum to make policy decisions. For one thing, as people post subsequent messages, the good ideas get pushed further and further down the page. So who's up for serving on a slam committee? Donney? RC? Xero? Ray? Taaj? Ted?
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, USA - Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 13:55:00 (EDT)
Taaj - spam is basically electronic junk mail. Unsolicited advertisements for products, advertisements for porn sites, and fraudulant money-making deals are the most common. This guest book is occasionally hit by "spam-bots" which are automated computer programs which find a guestbook on a web site and add an entry such as "HEY, LOVE YOUR WEBSITE," and include a hyperlink to a different website which usually contains porn, or is an advertisement. I go through the guestbook every few days and clean off the spam.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 13:35:38 (EDT)
what's up everybody? hope all is well w/ yall....i know i'm late, but can somebody give me the spill on what "SPAM" is?...furthermore, Donney if u r reading, THAT FLYER IS HOTTTTT! i chkd it out via bahamlabs.com, i'm sure the new venue/reading will be even hotter!!!! till i see yall, peace
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 17:32:08 (EDT)
Dear 3, thank goodness your back! I was concerned we may have lost you. Please accept my apologies for missing your earlier pleas. If you could find it in your heart to grant me forgiveness for having been drinking, HEAVY!!! I would greatly appreciate it. I mean after all, I was off duty. You know this is a big step you’ve taken by reaching out? I admire your courage and since you’ve asked. What I see is a very serious case of social anxiety disorder personified in print here (yes “pixels” would likely have been the more appropriate choice of words, I’ll save you the hair splitting). Now, I know it’s difficult but, push away from the keyboard for just a minute. Come on… That’s good! Now take a deep breath and relaaxxx. Yes, if it makes you more comfortable to hold your wubie, that’s ok. Now tell me. Why do you feel that people dislike you so much? Yes, I know how much it hurts but please bear with me I promise I can help. I’m listening…
Doctor WOOF!!!
Social Interaction 101, USA - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 11:03:29 (EDT)
let's see....300 bucks is 10 bucks per person for 30 people. Easy enough. Except you got to add in the 5 dollars for the gate. And you need to add 15 to 20 percent for tips. soooo 12 dollars per person for food etc., five for gate and people are spending 17 dollars to read a (one) poem amidst clatter and clang of dishes, loud help, a pleasant enough waitress who wants to clear the tables and go home, and a venue that is down in a dead town (except for richoux's which does not bring our kind of people around except for heavy drinkin' rc who is ok whether or not he drinks "heavily"). And you need 30 people a week to spend that Anyway, by Christmas they could be wanting 400.00 per week. Not that they would, but was there a bottom line when we started? My budget is such that I won't be spending 12.00 for their o.k. food weekly, (624.00 per year on top of the 260.00 bucks for gate = 884.00). I would be in favor of finding and promoting a new venue asap, now school is back in. (I'd be ok reading in the parking lot of the abandoned K-mart.) Our bottom line is; We do not need to be feeding Avoyelles. If a paltry 290 bucks weekly is not enough for them, for example, we should find someone who does find it good enough. Perhaps they want to close on Wednesday nites, anyway. Perhaps they don't need the publicity or us artsy types hanging around. On the other hand, have they done anything to advertise our being there? To help propmote it? (Which is not really the other hand, it is the other side of the same hand.) We need to worry about getting people to the slam, not geting them to the slam so they will buy stuff from someone else. Avoyelles expects/wants to make more than 15,600 off of us over the year. And they are giving us an [ultimatum]? Let's not bother them any more with that, and take our 15,080 elsewhere.__________ (((ps.......Ray, have you talked to the owners or just the manager? As a business owner i know that 10 to 15 thousand in additional revenue annually from a normal business night might be worth it to me, even though it is not to my manager......)))
ted
USA - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 10:49:17 (EDT)
hahaha! that's great, xero...why not try to get in touch with some ppl who could feature, as well? call the other slams with whom you have connections and see if they know of anyone touring who could use a good audience. then promote the hell out of it.
shelley
USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 19:12:42 (EDT)
Ray, if I remember correctly, (and there's a chance I may not) when you first told me about us moving to Avoyelles you said it was a win-win situation. We needed a venue that didn't have to change their regular business hours to accomodate the event and Avoyelles would be getting a regular crowd on a weeknight during hours which they were normally open. Have they hired help especially for our event? If so, at whose request was this done? This all seems like they're giving you an impossible goal so they can have a reason to put us out. If you really want to stay there you can probably waive admission for about two months. Call it an open house promotion to drum up more patrons. Spend a couple of bucks on advertising this "promotional open house" and let potential customers know that the kitchen will be open so they won't eat before they arrive. Give gag gifts for the next two Grand Slams and personally invite big spenders and potential sponsors to be V.I.P.'s. All this may increase your crowd, get them hooked on the food, get Moonlark some donations, and retain your venue but if it doesn't work you didn't get any of this from me.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 18:27:31 (EDT)
when the majority of your audience is the "classroom" what can you expect
3
USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 15:36:09 (EDT)
Hey Ray, you need to tell that fellow to recheck his register receipts. I could have sworn I drank more than three hundred dollars last week myself. If not, it would be irresponsible to try and consume more. However, I could upgrade to a more expensive Vodka. That should help huh?
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 09:38:16 (EDT)
dude, i'm not even there and i know that's ridiculous...i've had enough experience running shite to know the typical pull of a poetry night, even if it is br's only offical slam...esp. since the crowd keeps getting more and more...youthful? i'd say pull out of it and get a new venue...sorry i can't be more helpful in suggesting one.
shelley
USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 08:06:36 (EDT)
Ray, I don't know if you have flyers for the slam, but something needs to put out in mass quantities to keep the slam there, honestly, you may want to look for a new slam venue. I have personally dealt with the people at Avoyelle's and they will pull some quick bullshit on you, when their greedy interests aren't met... trust me, on most Wednesday nights NO ONE is there, so for them to be demanding $300 from the slam on a weekly basis is absurd. Make your own decision, but know that increasing foot traffic doesn't necessarily mean that their food and beverage quota will be met and they'll throw poets out quicker than you can blink your eyes. Donney
Donney B. <dbrasco@simplebutdope.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 00:21:35 (EDT)
I also wanted to mention that the management of the Avoyelles gave me an ultimatum last night regarding the future of slams there; they have to sell $300 worth of food and drink at every slam. On any night we have a slam there and they don't make $300, we have to pay the difference to have the next slam. We have had nights that were well attended and they made enough but there have been several in between semesters and such where we haven't. I am not sure we can do this deal so the slam may be looking for a new home soon if we don't increase attendance. They gave us two weeks to kick it up. Give me some ideas, help, input please. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 11:25:17 (EDT)
Hello everyone, The Grand Slam was great last night; Xero took first, Donney B second, and Liberty Third.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 11:12:55 (EDT)
A couple of observations - 1) I'm chuckling over RC's rant. It's like my Dad told me when I was but a wee lad - "Son, that dog looks friendly, but don't piss him off. He may bite you, piss on you, or write long diatribes about you."
2) as far as the anonymous poster who said "...at one time it felt like family...then it became unpleasant", I would say that the Slam family, like many (most? all?) families has moments of strife and contention. But that doesn't mean you should just give up on it. Go check out Avoyelles, read and/or enjoy some verse, and make peace with your Slam family.
Finally, to answer Xero's original question - I think one of the most impressive things about the Slam is the way it breaks down cultural and artistic barriers. Baton Rouge has historically been a very stratified, segregated place, and the Slam goes a long way in broadening the viewpoints of those who attend...at least my viewpoint got considerably broadened. But that's just my own dumb-assed definition... ;) Peace to all.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 10:50:27 (EDT)
Hay Shelly! i saw her last night at the grand slam. But next time i see her i'll tell her hay for you unless someone beats me to it.
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 09:06:19 (EDT)
btw, has anyone seen lesann? i miss her! if anyone does, please tell her i said hello!
shelley
USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 08:16:33 (EDT)
damn, r.c., chill out!!! it's not like anybody can ever figure out who the ppl with the fake names are, cuz they'll never come forth and speak as themselves, anyway!
shelley
USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 08:14:36 (EDT)
Heavily, possibly more grammatically correct than the word I chose to use? Unless of course, you’re poetically mature enough to understand a conveyance of barroom vernacular in a sentiment related by design. The reality is there are several other more deliberately blatant grammatical errors in my hurried entry you failed to comment on, or should I say chose to ignore because they didn’t suit your needs. The needs of a lurker who hides in the shadows of a pseudonym that changes like the winds of an emotional tornado feeding feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. As a rule, I’ve chosen to ignore the flaming flatulence of you and your kind. However, tonight I’ve been drinking HEAVY!!! And I’ve really had it with you no talent, sniveling little shits who think that because you can almost use a keyboard, you carry some weight here. Not having the balls (or ovaries as the case may be?) to face the world we share and actually BE a part of it, I can see why you choose to remain anonymous. Whether you like me or not, or any one else who attends the shows for that matter, Slam is a place where the only ones who aren’t welcome, are those who don’t understand that, EVERYONE IS WELCOME! If you haven’t figured that out by now, then you just AINT THAT BRIGHT! Oh, by the way. While I have no experience in a chat room environment, the illiterate jargon used there has permeated and contaminated the fabric of educated society and I do recognize a little of it. So, if you’re that bored with the comments and opinions expressed here. Why don’t you go find another scab to pick, like maybe one of those between your legs?
R. C Sanders
USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 02:16:12 (EDT)
heavily.
zzzzzzzzz
USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 21:50:57 (EDT)
I’d like to chime in on one word of Ray’s comments, “instructs”. I’ve always considered Slam to be like five dollar lessons in poetry and the performing arts. We show up every week as if it were a classroom and offer up our own (sometimes feeble attempts) at poetry. Whereupon our efforts are scrutinized by not only teachers and instructors of poetry and writing from local schools and major universities, but local poets of known stature and some of the best performance poets in the nation. We leave sometimes humbled, often enlightened and always entertained with inspiration as if it were an assignment for next week. I often feel that the only difference between the students that sit before Ray on a daily basis and myself to be that, well… I’ve outgrown acne and get to drink heavy!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 18:27:29 (EDT)
Slam evokes a spirit of performance, not competition, that wouldn't be obtained from just a regular open mic. I feel that those who attend the slam and consider themselves performance poets or spoken word artists benefit greatly from the slam, not because one person scored higher than the other, but because it makes the poet work at being the best all-around, well-versed, universal artist as possible.....But that's just my own dumb-assed definition, I guess the real answer is YOURS TO DEFINE
Donney <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 12:23:46 (EDT)
A diverse COMMUNITY of people who appreciate a very special form of communication that instructs, enlightens, entertains, and moves. I also believe slam is an amazing public forum for civil debate where the "public" gets a say.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 09:19:38 (EDT)
audience feedback, y0.
shelley
USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 09:06:38 (EDT)
Xero, it's all about teh food....ok i'm just hungrey! It's teh people! Ya'll have all impacted my life, wish ya'll impact my spelling at times :P But if it wasn't for the slam, i never would have gotting into poetry. I even though i'm not really good at it, it helps me! and i feel honored that i can present my peices.
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 03:01:14 (EDT)
Your site looks like mine :) You can not read my, I can not read yours. Mom told me "Son, you should learn foreing language" but I did not pay her any attention. By the way, you did a nice job.
Nitrovieb <nitrovieb@moron.com>
Boom, AZ USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 01:52:43 (EDT)
Well, Xero, at one time it felt like a family. Unity. I looked forward to seeing everyone that were "regulars"; but, then, it became unpleasant. So there was no more draw for me to go to it anymore.
add
USA - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 21:56:57 (EDT)
I have a question for all of you. What is the greatest attraction that our slam offers it's participants and patrons?
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 19:55:16 (EDT)
I'd like a fried SPAM sandwich please! With a slice of onion and mustard on toasted rye bread, ummmmmmmmm!
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 18:02:18 (EDT)
" Until I find some peace of mind, poets will not rest, patrons will not rest, the public will not rest. Cuz until that time, I'll be standing atop Mt. Calamity, screaming frantically, hoping that someone will stop and pay attention, hoping that someone will stop and just listen. Solicitin' the ears of everyone from prostitutes to parishoners, pleading my purpose in paragraphs transfigured into parables of how I can't seem to find peace of mind, of how we can't seem to find peace of mind, of how peace has left our mind... and the only thing that seems to be left is shattered pieces of where our sanity... where our sanctity formally resided". Just some freestyled poetic lines, cuz i'm bored with no job and no life... peace to all, Donney Brasco da Ghostwritah
donney rose <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
brc, la USA - Saturday, August 16, 2003 at 15:12:03 (EDT)
I'm sure the Naked Poet will be glad to hear things are animated here again. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Friday, August 15, 2003 at 08:32:45 (EDT)
sure has gotten animated in here!
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Thursday, August 14, 2003 at 12:30:56 (EDT)
I have cleaned the spam, damn.
I have cleaned the spam, damn.
Wham bam thanky ma'am
Not a sham, I've cleaned the spam and now I need a Guiness.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, August 14, 2003 at 09:29:41 (EDT)
Great show tonight! May have been even better with those ten Guinness spoken of earlier? While I’m sorry to say we did not achieve an xxx rating, there were a few moments that called for parental guidance, or some kind of animal husbandry stuff, I’m still not quite sure, uuhhhhh... (ask the Naked Poet). If that’s not enough, I thought I saw lurkers in the rafters too?
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, August 14, 2003 at 00:36:58 (EDT)
mike, where the hell are you?? come clean up this spam and say a neat word...or lay down the ten guiness poem, beeyotch!
shelley
USA - Wednesday, August 13, 2003 at 07:56:52 (EDT)
Where is the Naked Poet when you need him...In Bunkie(smile).
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 20:40:52 (EDT)
What's crackin' my people! Ms. Ramona Webb brought me a two disc DVD set covering the 2002 National PSI Championships. One disc has the teams and the other has individuals. Mary Kathyrine Makkai is also on the team disc as the "goat". The production quality is so good that Ray is going to try to secure the wide-screen television at Avoyelles one of these evenings so we can all check out the killer performances. I'm also going to keep my eyes open for the 2003 DVD set. Peace, poets! P.S. Liberty, I was just joking about the love poem thing. Well, actually I was looking forward to it since I missed the last one, but it's all goooood!!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 19:27:30 (EDT)
Where is the Naked Poet when you need him?
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 19:05:29 (EDT)
Yea OK Shelley you couldn't write a poem in 2 years...You use to show up every week and now people disrespect you it sound like a bunch BS to me...This conversation started with me Congratulating the 2003 New Orleans National Slam Team for ranking 10th in the country...Then you said,"DOES THAT MEAN THAT BATON ROUGE WOULD OF KICKED EVERY BODY ASS IF THEY WOULD HAVE COMPETED"...Then I said,"No it dosen't"go back and check I said, "The POSSIBILITY would have been there(in Chicago)That they could have lost".Check it)I then try to switch the subject by letting my people know that I've added new features to my web site Guestbook,more pics,AwardsI've won etc.Then Shelley said some PPLs whatever that mean are no fun!Then I percieved you(Shelley)was being kinda sarcastic and negative.Then Shelley said,"I THINK ITS NOW OBVIOUS WHY I DON'T ATTEND THE SLAM AND DO NOT WISH TO AND TOLD ME PERSONALLY TO GROW UP."And I percieved that statement as I'm the reason your not showing up at slams...Then I defined what the slam was all about and said,"It will go on with or without you then I told you how much I've grown 6ft 7in etc.Then triple xxx said,Shelley was not promoting negativity but silliness and they don't attend slams for the same reason you(shelley)Don't!Now remember were this conversation started.Then Xero said,"I don't think shelley was being negative at all,YOU TOOK IT THE WRONG WAY DUDE WRITE HER A POEM AND GET OVER IT" then I recalled he was talking about the poem I wrote to rage to bring peace to the guestbook.And I percieved He just redeemed Shelley and she said THANK YOU XERO.Remember this conversation started with maui giving the props to the New Orleans National Slam team and it ended up about why Shelley don't attend slams anymore...Now somewhere between me giving New Orleans there Props and Shelley don't attend slams anymore was a transition that took place...I wonder,where did that transition started to shift the focus off New Orleans Slam team to Shelley not coming to slams...It didn't start with me.But I'm the GUESTBOOK VILLIAN THAT JUST NEED TO GET OVER IT."who just come here to start shit ha Yea right.
Liberty
USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 16:49:41 (EDT)
you know what, liberty? i never said that how you made me feel is why i don't attend. that was xxx. i don't attend b/c i have not written in a long time, and b/c i really don't want to read my work when ppl who have no respect for me are present. that's my choice, and i don't recall ever caring what you think of me or it. done.
shelley
USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 15:30:22 (EDT)
Well Xero it goes to show you everyone have there own opinion...And as for me writing Shelley a poem and getting over it I don't think so,I don't feel the same way about shelley the way I do about Rage...I would write you a poem before I write shelley a poem.Because you are a true inspriation to us all and your the reason a lot of us keep showing up...And why were joking and playing and promoting silliness,allow me to promote a silliness of my own...I think a lot of people NOT showing up at the slams or any other poetry reading has nothing to do with reading poetry or nothing to with how someone made them feel.Saying Stuff like,"YOU DIDN'T MAKE ME FEEL LIKE I BELONG SO I STOP COMING."Got people coming up here posting sorry I hope you come back messages thats only feeding your vainity puffing up your ego remember, "this is my silliness I'm only joking." And you come back like you are truly greatful about there post,I don't think so because if you were truly greatful and sincere you would write a damn poem show up and read it thats what they want,No one don't want your silliness they want a performance anything less than a heartfelt from the soul performance is uncivilized...I'm sorry Shelley,"my silliness have no pity for you."So like Ray said,"write a damn poem put it in your pocket and read it and if that is to difficult for you to do then promoting your silliness on a guestbook should be also.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 10:54:59 (EDT)
who de hell is xxx???
shelley
USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 02:25:06 (EDT)
Sucks the team couldn't slam in finals! Next year WE ALL need to help Ray to remember. THe man has alot on this plate as is so i'm sure he wont mind a kick in the butt....I MEAN i remind once in a while! SHELLY! i totally miss you reading! But at lest come around once or twice!
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 23:59:12 (EDT)
thanx, Xer0...i don't mind stopping by to visit, i just no longer want to read...but who knows what i'll do? i never meant to start an argument on the guestbook, as i think they're tiring and ridiculously childish (which is NOT a disguised slam on liberty)...i was just trying to play around and get a feel for the scene lately without having to show up and pay... ;) take it easy, guys!
shelley
USA - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 22:04:51 (EDT)
Hey yall. This is xero. Liberty, I don't think Shelley was being negative with her statement. I think you just took it the wrong way, dude. I think Baton Rouge certainly would have kicked all ass to be had! And I say that knowing that kicking ass is not what it's all about. Hey Shelley, I sure would be upset if you didn't come see us every now and again. I think we all should just chill out a little bit. No arguements can be won on a guestbook and none of us are here to police what someone else says. If someone says something rude it doesn't have to be pointed out, it will be obvious to all. Putting someone's demeanor to a vote is just as negative as any statement they could make. We need to spend more time talking to each other face to face and less time holding conversations/arguements on the guestbook. Now Liberty, write her a damn love poem and get it over with!!! Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 19:58:15 (EDT)
donney, i hope you and everybody else had a wonderful time, and i'm so sorry you didn't get to compete in the nationals themselves...i hope you'll just have added incentive to go next year and show 'em what we're worth! i know the team had to be amazing, b/c just coming back once and seeing how far dorian had come(not AT ALL insinuating that she wasn't great to begin with) amazed me...with the coaching and hopefully more support from the community, i know you guys will kick ass again, officially, next year.
shelley
USA - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 15:23:33 (EDT)
To XXX no one could make you feel nothing at all...
Liberty
USA - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 13:24:58 (EDT)
Donney, Mona, Kate, Dorian - I'm completely bummed that y'all didn't get to bring the heat in Chicago. I hope you were able to experience some of the magic of Nationals, and groove with some of the great poets up there. My biggest congratulations to the New Orleans team for the fabulous job they did getting to the semi-finals. That is huge.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 22:58:11 (EDT)
what's the deal y'all, this is donney brasco, checkin in. we returned from our cool "vacation" out at nationals, and i must say although it was agonizing as hell not to compete, we had a good time, we supported new orleans and denver (kate's home team) and got to participate at a few of the open mics... i.e me, mona, and dorian tore the roof off the african american showcase (the list was over 85 people). so everything is cool, oh and to lmao, if there truly is a God, hopefully you're suffering from the intense pain of a much-needed castration, nothing will hold back team BR next year, we got a trophy to bring home, so the next time you hear breaking news about the team,it should read "Baton Rouge, LA 2004 National Slam Champions.....beeyatch" Donney B.
D. Brasco <uknowitshit.com>
spectator city, USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 21:16:13 (EDT)
Shelley was not promoting negativity, but silliness. I could hear it in her voice. Listen. See! Silliness. This is why I quit attending too. Never really felt part of it and no one tried either to make a lot of us feel part of it. High school shit.
xxx
USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 18:59:27 (EDT)
Oh Shelly,By the way I'am Growing Up as a matter of fact I've grown 6feet 7inch tall and I still don't play...U get the picture.
Liberty
USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 18:40:59 (EDT)
I don't cray over spilled milk I get my cat to lick it up...And if thats the reason why your not attending slams...Your missing the big picture(Define Slam)-A celebratiobn of cultural diversity and promotion of high energy within the confines of living text...If you choose not to celebrate than stay at home it will go on with or without you...
Liberty
USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 18:33:27 (EDT)
no, i was promoting silliness, but i think it's now obvious why i no longer attend the slams and now do not wish to. thanx, liberty. and grow up.
shelley
USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 18:13:56 (EDT)
Is it just me are do anyone think shelley is promoting negativity?
Liberty
USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 12:42:34 (EDT)
some ppl are no fun... ;)
shelley
USA - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 22:34:50 (EDT)
Ladies and Gentlemen,I have just updated my website in a major way adding a new guestbook,instant message,new pics more information on everything im involved in.I still have more work to be done to it...Visit it enjoy it and sign your comments on the guestbook.peace
Libertysmooth <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Major Updated Website, La USA - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 21:56:28 (EDT)
Because, the possibility would have been there that they could have lost.
Liberty
USA - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 17:02:00 (EDT)
well, why not? :)
shelley
USA - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 15:33:52 (EDT)
No Shelley it dosen't mean that!
Liberty
USA - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 11:38:17 (EDT)
The 2003 New Orleans National Slam Team run has come to an end in the Semifinals of the National Poetry Slam.Losing to the same team that the 2002 Baton Rouge National Slam team lost against in last years semifinals NEW York City-Nuyrocian.The final score were 1.NYC-Nuyrocian 112.8,2.Denver 111.1,3.New Orleans 110.2,4.NYC-Urbana 109.2.Thats good enough to finish the nationals rank 11th of 63 teams.Anise of team New Orleans finish the individual competition rank 8th in the country of 217 poets.For the 2nd year in a row Louisiana was represented very very well at Nationals.
Liberty
USA - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 10:55:21 (EDT)
doesn't that mean that if baton rouge WERE able to compete, we would have kicked ALL THE ASS TO BE HAD!!!! ok, sorry... hee
shelley
USA - Friday, August 08, 2003 at 17:10:33 (EDT)
Ladies and Gentlemen,the 2003 New Orleans National Poetry Slam Team has advanced to the 2003 National Poetry Slam Semifinals winning there 2nd bout in as many nights they are the 3rd rank team in the country...They will compete against 2002 National Slam Champions NYC-Urbana,2002 National Slam Team Finalists NYC-Nuyorican and Kate Makkai old team 11th rank Denver Colorado.Also Anise of team New Orleans is in the Indie semifinals as the #2 rank poet in the country winning both bouts.I must say in the absence of the 2003 Baton Rouge National Slam team,team New Orleans has represented Louisiana very well.
Libertycrazyshaman
USA - Friday, August 08, 2003 at 10:05:21 (EDT)
Hey Xero, sounds like ya’ll are making the most of it and it’s ALL GOOD! Tell everyone I’m envious. Spread the Poetry BR has to offer, hear what’s worth being heard and… HAVE FUNN!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, August 08, 2003 at 00:54:14 (EDT)
Prove it
Liberty
USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 22:29:51 (EDT)
There is a GOD !!!!
lmao
USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 22:18:21 (EDT)
Hey yall, this is xero. I regret to inform you guys that the slam team will not be allowed to compete at nationalsl. The registration was not done early enough in the year and they were placed on a waiting list. This is not the first time this has happened but it's the first time it kept us from participating in competition. There are always a few teams that register and don't actually show up, but luck was not with us this time. The team is in Chicago performing as "goats" in official slams and participating in various PSI open mics and recreational slams. I would like to note that this year's team is the greatest we've ever put together. They beat the New Orleans team three times in the last three months and New Orleans is up there right now kicking much booty in Chi-town!!! (Congrats to N.O. by the way) The team will be back in town Sunday and telling us all about their adventures in the big city. Let's all root for New Orleans to represent our state as best they can and I'll see yall at Avoyelles wednesday. Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 17:31:54 (EDT)
yo, mike, there's some spam waaaaaay down there.... :) hope all is well in stillwater!
shEllEy
USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 15:06:31 (EDT)
I must give madd props to the 2003 New Orleans National Poetry Slam Team.Winning there bout and rank 4th in the country of 63 competing teams after day 1 of the National Poetry Slam.Taking the top 3 spots in the indie competition.Anise of New Orleans won the bout and is rank 2nd in the country...Defending National Slam Champion Sekou Tha Misfit is rank 117th after placing 6th in his bout.
Liberty,the Crazy shaman
USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 12:21:49 (EDT)
The facts in this riddle are clear: There is an initial $30 charge. It should have been $25, so $5 must be returned and accounted for. $3 is given to the 3 friends, $2 is kept by the bellhop - there you have the $5. The trick to this riddle is that the addition and subtraction are done at the wrong times to misdirect your thinking - and quite successfully for most. Each of the 3 friends did indeed pay $9, not $10, and as far as the friends are concerned, they paid $27 for the night. But we know that the clerk will tell us that they were charged only $25 and when you add the $3 returned with the $2 kept by the bellhop, you come up with $30.
shadow
USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 10:53:46 (EDT)
Three friends check into a motel for the night and the clerk tells them the bill is $30, payable in advance. So, they each pay the clerk $10 and go to their room. A few minutes later, the clerk realizes he has made an error and overcharged the trio by $5. He asks the bellhop to return $5 to the 3 friends who had just checked in. The bellhop sees this as an opportunity to make $2 as he reasons that the three friends would have a tough time dividing $5 evenly among them; so he decides to tell them that the clerk made a mistake of only $3, giving a dollar back to each of the friends. He pockets the leftover $2 and goes home for the day! Now, each of the three friends gets a dollar back, thus they each paid $9 for the room which is a total of $27 for the night. We know the bellhop pocketed $2 and adding that to the $27, you get $29, not $30 which was originally spent. Where did the other dollar go????
shadow
USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 10:45:38 (EDT)
guy go out oooooooo i love here
KENNY <KENNY@MUGU.COM>
lome, to togo - Tuesday, August 05, 2003 at 12:49:22 (EDT)
shelley, what you said was so true, and it was fun and wonderful and i felt we were family and i was part of that family. until it became dishonest like politics. grandfathe always said power corrupts and absolute power absolutely corrupts. saw it happening right before my eyes. after the grand slam pick for the team, i was in the audience and felt it was not handled right. you can't change what anyone believes and i believe that certain people were chosen before hand whether consciously or subconsciously and nuttin will ever make me change my mind on that. i know all of the ones picked are great, even the hand picked one that ray absolutely wanted on his team. i had someone actually say it to my face that one was a shoe-in, and that ruined it for me when they were picked. so, no, there will be no more M's and people will go on writing and using other venues to take their spoken word across, but in a venue that has no egos or wants.
miss you shelley
USA - Monday, August 04, 2003 at 20:05:46 (EDT)
*sigh* didn't think i'd say this, but in this context, it works... i miss m's... :) and please, noone come rant at me about how i could come around more and bring ppl and make it like that again...i know that we should all work to do that once more...but i'm just not up for all the insults and psychos right now...not that i want to scare anyone off from attending the slams!!! i attract psychos naturally, i think, and the insults are only from a certain few... so if anyone reading this guestbook really has something to say, remember, slam is not about the points, it's not about how angry or sexy you can be, it's about saying what you feel, believing in it, and giving it to the audience so that they may experience it through your words...if you've ever wanted to say it, go say it at the slams!!! it's not about writing the poem that says you're the baddest motherfucker around...b/c if you are, you won't NEED to write that poem!!! it's about fun, and love of this kind of *shudder* art! i used to see a room full of food, fun, miscreants, little old ladies, downtown workers just off and relaxing, vibrant young women, passionate young men, hilarious ppl who didn't take themselves too damned seriously, and every week, a few beginners (like myself then) who tentatively smiled and took the mic...it was gorgeous...help us get it back, better.
shelley
USA - Monday, August 04, 2003 at 18:12:20 (EDT)
Hey Ray I will be a little late for the Slam Wednesday night but I will be there something came up that I must handle but it won't take me that long see ya
Libertysmooth <visit www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
USA - Sunday, August 03, 2003 at 16:38:20 (EDT)
I'd like to say thanks to Ray for affording me the opportunity to host the Slam again. I really had a good time and thought things went fairly well(if you don't count the flood, the fire and the hoard of conservative locusts that followed me in and nearly ate the kitchen bare). As usual, all of the poets were great and Alana Merritt of Team Hot Springs was a real treat. Hopefully if things go as planned, she'll make an encore performance this week and do a couple of feature pieces if time allows. Although Ray and Zero always do a great job at hosting, I'm looking forward to see who'll be our special guest host for next month. It'll be nice to mix it up and see what happens with a fresh perspective. However, the job at hand is to fill the room this upcoming week. Yes we're into those summer doldrums, back to school, get in that last trip to the beach or cut the yard you've been putting off since spring as a result of going out to all those poetry readings. So, tell your friends, bring your parents, the mail man, the pool boy or even your hairdresser's aroma therapist, WE DON'T CARE AS LONG AS THEY LIKE POETRY(or can at least sit quietly through a couple hours of it). One last thought, best wishes to Team Red Stick next week, we're gonna miss ya'll while your rockin the Nationals!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, August 01, 2003 at 17:52:26 (EDT)
I hated not being at tonight's Slam -- they certainly do become kind of addicting! Had something unexpected come up at the last minute and found myself really missing everyone and hoping that all went well ... RC: I know you were absolutely fabulous in your debut as Guest Host! See you all next week!
Christine <neeachille@aol.com>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 23:08:56 (EDT)
Like Cosmos said, RC will be hosting at the 1st Open in this round, this Wednesday. RC is the first of our series of "Guest Hosts" that will host in the first open of every round. See you at 7, Weds. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 13:02:33 (EDT)
Hey, Xero great news...The first ever Individual World Poetry Slam will take place in Greenville, South Carolina In 2004...60 of the best performance poets in the world will attend this blockbuster event...I think with all of your accoloades that you accumilated over the years will serve you well in representing Baton Rouge in this historic event...Poets from Denmark,Hungry,and other places will represent there country.So I think it will be a great event not only for you,but for the Baton Rouge Community that you represent.Applications for this event is being accepted I will get back to yall with the web site peace.
Liberty,"The Crazy Shaman"Mitchell <Libertycrazyshaman2003@Yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 11:17:51 (EDT)
THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED "Dispute Over The Boot II" this past weekend, it was a successful fund raiser and it could not have been pulled off without the support of the poetry community, we're almost there, but we still can use some help getting to Chicago, SO.... if you haven't bought a copy of "Buy-you Poetry" the slam team's CD, make sure you pick up a copy, it's 13 of the best poems you'll hear for a mere $10.
2003 BR Slam Team <info@moonlark.org>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, July 28, 2003 at 16:33:28 (EDT)
I must say I am mighty jealous of you guys down in Baton Rouge. Shreveport's literary scene is very thin, and I have never heard of them doing much of a slam around here, though there are a few open mic and spoken word nights. Good luck to all of you partcipating tomorrow!
Cassie <JaneDoughnut@aol.com>
Shreveport, USA - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 17:34:25 (EDT)
or poets?
taaj <tiaraless>
USA - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 15:13:40 (EDT)
cosmos, who was the surprise featured poet?
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 15:12:54 (EDT)
AND for spell check, RO is RC BAH! and I kind *OF* remember! BAH BAH BAH!!! long morning!!
Cosmos
- Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 14:09:16 (EDT)
Last nights slam was AWSOME! hay someone has to say it! and the surprise feature poets...umm i kind remember their names, don't ask me to spell them! If you missed last night FOR SHAME! course for shame and me cause i'll probably miss Saturday, but HAY! i bought me CD! So ya'll can make small jokes about me! Come out this coming Wednesday and see RO the Junk bard dog host! Later!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 14:07:19 (EDT)
TWO MORE DAYS TILL DISPUTE OVER THE BOOT II @ CAFE REGGAE 7/26/03, Baton Rouge & New Orleans...8 poets... 5 judges... 2 teams.... 1 winner. Don't miss this summer poetry classic... brought to you by the 2003 Baton Rouge National Slam Team in conjunction with Moonlark Productions
2k3 BR Slam Team <info@moonlark.org>
BRC, LA USA - Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 12:40:40 (EDT)
According to Meriam-Webster, chapbook is defined as "a small book containing ballads, poems, tales, or tracts." Usually they are cheaply printed, or self-published, and distributed by the poet or author, rather than a large publisher.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 10:46:47 (EDT)
wHAT IS A chapbook?
usa
USA - Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 08:25:51 (EDT)
So, we are easing the pain by trying to extenuate the mitigated circumstances caused by the_________?(fill in the blank)
The only blanks you have to fill in are....
USA - Wednesday, July 23, 2003 at 22:04:04 (EDT)
I was really hoping for a "Top Ten" format like Dave does on Late Night but, I GET THE PICTURE! (or the Poetry as the case may be)
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at 13:23:26 (EDT)
URGENCY, URGENCY!!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE understand that if you HAVE NOT attended ANY POETRY EVENT THIS YEAR, it is an abosolute MUST that you attend this Saturday's "Dispute over the Boot II" You want to know why: 1) Baton Rouge is defending last year's victory against Team New Orleans, so you want to come see which juggernaut will prevail victoriously. 2) There will also be an explosive open mic. 3) You can vibe to the always ever-so-smooth sounds of the Michael Foster brass-n-funk band. 4) If you don't come Team Baton Rouge will probably be keeping our asses @ home instead of going for glory in Chicago. 5) What the hell else is there to do in Baton Rouge on Saturday night? Those are merely 5 GOOD REASONS to attend "Dispute Over the Boot II" live from Cafe Reggae, 124 W. Chimes St. this Saturday 7/26/03.... ANY QUESTIONS?......we didn't think so, see you there or forever be the butt of everyone's " That's the jackass who missed the benefit" jokes. BR Slam Team
BR Slam Team <info@moonlark.org>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at 10:41:17 (EDT)
Thanks, Mike and Brasco Crazy Me!
Liberty,the Crazy Shaman
USA - Friday, July 18, 2003 at 14:15:18 (EDT)
Liberty, I'm very much looking forward to the chapbook. I've got a spot for it on my poetry bookshelf betweek Ray McNiece and Lesl Mueller. Hope y'all all have a good weekend...it's hot as J-Lo's underpants here in Stillwater.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Friday, July 18, 2003 at 13:16:04 (EDT)
Though the truth some time may be "illicit", the reading is called the "Eclectic Truth", not "Elicited Truth", sorry Liberty, I just had to correct that one. peace out, D. Brasco
donneyrose
brc, la USA - Friday, July 18, 2003 at 12:40:17 (EDT)
Peace and Love multiply hey Mike,I gave Mr.Sibley the copy of the chapbook at the slam this pass Wednesday.I hope that you get it soon.I first trip at Cafe Raggae at the open mic this pass Tuesday was very enriching,I simply feel in love with that place very very nice...So I will urge every one to come out and attend THE ECLICTED TRUTH open mic poetry festival every Tuesday night beginning at 10PM central standard time.I also have done some major reconstruction to my website at www.poetryslam.net/liberty so visit it if you have time.
Liberty,The Crazy Shaman <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Baton Rouge , La USA - Friday, July 18, 2003 at 12:35:16 (EDT)
"Cheers to you Mike, for keeping it up." ???? If I had a nickel for every time I heard that....OH! BAD JOKE! sorry everyone...Shelley, I sent you email re: someone trying to get in touch with you. Did you get it? Also, everyone READ and HEED Xero's message below in the guestbook regarding the slam team's need for support. Y'all, this slam team absolutely rocks, please help them get to Chicago. I personally recommend the slam team CD ('Buy You Poetry'). Buy one for yourself, your girl/boy friend, and buy one for your crazy Aunt Haddy who thinks your name is Earnest and you play the flute.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, July 18, 2003 at 00:06:44 (EDT)
oh, and btw, that spam a few entries down is some of the best damned spam i've ever seen...cheers to you, mike, for keeping it up!
shelley
USA - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 20:26:21 (EDT)
um...i wasn't there for the slam team competition, but i can't honestly say i've noticed that chix get better scores than guys...so :P~ whoever that was...but like i said, i wasn't there...i'll try to come out for the saturday, july 26th show at club reggae (isn't my plug attempt subtle and cute...oh, wait, i just screwed that up), but noone let any of my stalkers know i'll be there...laterz
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
USA - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 20:23:56 (EDT)
For any future inquiries about the 2003 Baton Rouge National Slam Team CDs or about the "Eclectic Truth" open mic @ Cafe Reggae or any other events pertaining to the Poetry Alliance, you can now email us @ poetryalliance@hotmail.com
Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance <poetryalliance@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 19:04:15 (EDT)
WEBMASTER'S APOLOGY - I was cleaning spam off of the guestbook and I think I deleted a legitimate posting - something about "who do you think I am?". I apologize. Please repost your comments. Moonlark would never censor posts on the guestbook (though we reserve the right to do so in case of extinuating circumstances).
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 10:56:23 (EDT)
eclectic truth was great last night! hats off to cafe reggae, the poetry alliance members, the band, the fantastic audience that packed the house and not to forget a true king of poetry, mr. lamar hill who laid mushroom clouds all over the stage. if you missed it you missed something truly inspiring and provocative. but if you know what's good for you you will come out the slam tonight at avoyelles...oh and by the way i'm not sayin' any names but some of us need to stop living in the past and move forward in this thing called life--and you are not fooling anybody with the pseudonyms-you probably talk the same way you type peace everybody
mikev <michaeltvincent3@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at 16:00:06 (EDT)
Alright all ready, GET OVER IT! The true essence of Slam is the Poetry and the company of Poets we share week-in and week-out, not who makes the team for that one night. If you haven't attended since the team competition, you need to come back. The new venue is something to behold with flora for atmosphere, white linen table cloths to dine on and a staff that serves us at our tables. And yes the chicks still score their share of the big points but what's the problem with that? Jeez, I thought I was the one with the Male Chauvinist Pig rep around here!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at 09:21:33 (EDT)
My only comment is the fiasco that took place on the slam team "choosing" night showed the true colors. She-ins, oops shoe-ins did us in.
u've got male
USA - Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at 07:52:14 (EDT)
What's up, people! I know it seems like the guestbook is turning into a big billboard for poetry readings but I think it would help if you guys knew the state of the readings in Baton Rouge. Back when we were at M's Cafe about three years ago the slams were at an all time high as far as attendance and participation was concerned. If you didn't get there early you didn't get a seat. Some nights the place would be so packed there would be about ten people sitting on the floor! And they would be happy to be there!!! Since then we've seen a steady decline in attendance and participation. Part of it is because of our own complacency. I think we all just assumed that the regular crowd would always come back, so we didn't really promote the slam to the general public. Well, a lot of people have moved away, some work schedules changed, some folks lost interest, and I fear that not winning slams discouraged some poets from continuing to compete. Because of the low attendance the team is having a lot of trouble raising money for the trip to Chicago. For all of those who donated or bought CD's please know that if we don't go to nationals the money will be rolled over for next year's team. But I haven't given up hope yet! (Here comes the shameful plug!) On Saturday, July 26th the team will have it's last desperate shot at raising funds. It's the second annual Battle For The Boot at Cafe Reggae!!! The open mic starts at 9 pm followed by the slam between B.R. and N.O. which will be followed by the brass-funk sounds of the legendary Micheal Foster Project! Admission will be $10, CD's will be on sale, and the proverbial collection plate will be passed around. So, dig through the cushions of the couch for any loose change or just bring your checkbook. Shit is looking grim and my dignity is long gone. Excuses from no-shows will not be accepted! Poets, family, and friends show up and show your love for YOUR team. If your broke, I guess I'll have to understand. I am too. Peace, yall!!! See ya tonight.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
BATON ROUGE, LA USA - Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at 13:56:45 (EDT)
oh yeah if you need more info on the feature, check out www.lamarhill.com or www.poetology.com
same guy as before <same email>
same city, USA - Monday, July 14, 2003 at 18:37:01 (EDT)
You may be tired of all the announcements concerning the "Eclectic Truth" reading @ Cafe Reggae, well I'm sorry here's one more, TOMORROW NIGHT, featuring live, representing Newark, New Jersey, the Eclectic Truth presents... Lamar Hill, 1999 Nuyorican Slam Poet, 2001 New Jersey Nat'l Slam Poet, participant in the upcoming "Kings of Poetry" showcase in September of this year, and Philadelphia's Def Poetry Jam Slam competition champion.... yes the man has accolades on top of accolades, and he'll be RIGHT HERE in Baton Rouge to bless our open mic in only its THIRD WEEK of existence, so don't miss it, tommorow (7/15/03) @ 10pm, if you sleep on this one you may never wake up. Donney B. Poetry Alliance promotions
brasco <dbrasco_gwt@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, July 14, 2003 at 18:35:22 (EDT)
Don't forget: Tomorrow night, LIVE from Cafe Reggae, the Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance presents THE ECLECTIC TRUTH!!! Make sure that you are in attendance to experience the power of SPOKEN WORD! Don't miss this open mic event, as it goes down THIS tuesday and every tuesday, 10p-12a, on 124 W. Chimes St. (formally The Bayou). Come out and see your favorite poets, and musicians perform or come and and perform yourself.....if you dare to sign the list!!!!!
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Monday, July 14, 2003 at 17:29:10 (EDT)
hello everyone. i pray that as your eyes peel these words off of this screen you are all doing well. it feels good to finally contribute a little something, especially after hearing so much about this legendary site. first and foremost let me say congratulations to the 2003 baton rouge slam team, victorious at the southern fried regionals in new orleans and soon to shine brighter than starlight at nationals in chi-town this august. you have all been given a tremendous gift that allows you to not only speak to the mind but also to the soul of your audience. you are all beautiful(especially you mona) and i hope one day to inspire you all half as much as you have inspired me. chicago will never be the same. may good luck and wisdom be yours.
mikevincent <michaeltvincent3@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, July 14, 2003 at 15:57:53 (EDT)
ECLECTIC TRUTH!!! All types of poetry, all types of people, and all types of fun! Last week the music was a little too loud and I only found out towards the end of the show. I apologize for that and have taken care of the oversight. This week we will not have that problem, so all that accapella crap won't fly. Having the live band improvise IN THE BACKGROUND of the poetry is one the main things that makes the reading special. The buzz going on for this reading is amazing and the crowds just keep getting bigger, so come on out and live the life of a poet! Peace, yall. Oh, and please get there at 10 o'clock if you plan to read. I've gone over on our time to accomodate the late additions to the list. I assure you that that will not happen again. I love yall, peace!
xero <bootstrang>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, July 13, 2003 at 14:00:17 (EDT)
Hey everybody! I know it's been a long time since I signed the guestbook and I've also missed a few slams in the past months, but I'm here now so let's put that behind us! I don't think many of us really understand how important our presence is at the slam. If a garden is not attended to it's flowers will wither and it's vegetation will be feasted on by all types of insects. If the slam is not attended by a sizable crowd each and every Wednesday the management at it's venue will not make profit off of going out of their way to have it there. There aren't any more venues left on Third Street. If we want this event to remain in existence we have to attend it on a weekly basis. I know all of us have lives and plenty of things going on, but I also know that we love the slam. Just like a lover, if we take it for granted we may soon lose it for good, even though we never stopped loving it. That would be sad. Baton Rouge, this is YOUR slam! So let's all make a new committment to keep the slam growing with new and old faces. If anyone has any ideas about how we can promote, host, or improve the slam post them on this site as soon as possible. We'll have an open dialouge and hopefully a better event. Thanks. P.S. Please submit all criticizisms in a constructive manner. If I feel I'm being attacked I may lash out, I'm childish that way.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, July 13, 2003 at 13:41:02 (EDT)
Well, I find the posting below to be sort of entertaining, so I've decided not to delete it. I did remove all of the links to Las Vegas hotels, or porn, or GW Bush's re-election website, or whatever useless crap the goofball was trying to advertise. But the message is sort of fun. Peace to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Saturday, July 12, 2003 at 15:03:16 (EDT)
Why bother lying, I am a spammer and I am here to ruin your guestbook like all the other schmucks selling Viagra to help me refinance my mortgage while staring at hot Lolita porn. Anyways, on with the spam. If you don't like what I am doing , well delete your guestbook - after all it is open for public forum.

- Friday, July 11, 2003 at 20:04:52 (EDT)
Hey everyone, it's been awhile so i thought i would drop ya a line, I'm doing fine and should be moving back at the end of the month. I miss everyone very much and hope to see ya'll soon. *hugs to everyone*
Lola Woolf <serenity903@yahoo.com>
USA - Friday, July 11, 2003 at 13:10:16 (EDT)
RIGHTOUS
Anna Pearson <annamalfcknryt99@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 02:38:22 (EDT)
ray its corwin where is the slam now i got a crew of new young poets pleez gimme a call at 930 0596
corwin barnes <cbarnes54@home.com>
br, la USA - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 at 22:54:20 (EDT)
Okay, who's the moron running this web site? Oh wait, that's me! I forgot to put last week's poetry slam scores up, and I don't remember who won. Does anyone remember? Can you catch me up here in the guestbook? I spread the word about the slams at my office, and hopefully one or two of my coworkers will be coming out there. My best to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 at 17:11:27 (EDT)
:) sara kiddy !!
sarabb_ <sarabb_@mail.me>
USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 19:34:51 (EDT)
Well Taaj basically just did was I was planning to do, BUT for the sake of reiterating ECLECTIC TRUTH tonight, Cafe Reggae, come and experience the vibe, or live with the consequences of being the lamest person alive.... hope to see y'all there....................... donney
db <sbd@blkplnt.com>
brc, la USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 18:14:26 (EDT)
Don't forget: Tonight, LIVE from Cafe Reggae, the Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance presents THE ECLECTIC TRUTH!!! Make sure that you are in attendance to experience the power of SPOKEN WORD! Don't miss this open mic event, as it goes down THIS night and every tuesday, 10p-12a, on 124 W. Chimes St. (formally The Bayou). Come out and see your favorite poets, and musicians perform or come and and perform yourself.....if you dare to sign the list!!!!!
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 17:30:50 (EDT)
The Slam was incredible in the new venue; food, spirits, and great poetry everywhere. Thanks to all who attended. Xero is hosting this Wednesday and next; don't miss it. It was great to see so many people that we've been missing, Taaj (you got several tens even with the little break--you are amazing!) Sorry Melissa, I wanted to tell you earlier but my life has been in the road and crazy all week. We love you. Come see us. RC, you rock and it was good to see Denise. Becky, sorry you didn't feel well but it was so great to see you. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 12:42:27 (EDT)
greetings from germany ! very nice website ! best wishes, Pete
webkatalog <webkatalog>
Berlin, de Germany - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 05:43:43 (EDT)
:) kiki
kip980_sweet <kip980_sweet@rocketmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 05:12:21 (EDT)
:) chick
bdbdz <bdbdz@home.com>
USA - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 05:35:46 (EDT)
As at the mic, the dog often sticks his paws in his mouth in the guest book too! Offending someone as usual and rarely hitting the real target, in this case Ray. It’s been over a year now since Slam has enjoyed the flavor of good food where spirits flow and the sweet aroma of Miss Mona’s cigars mingle with menthol of social pariahs like myself, wafting towards the ceiling and ultimately affording us an ambiance that I associate with the art of spoken word. Please don’t allow my somewhat thoughtless choice of words to cause you to feel that I (or the Slam community for that matter) have not greatly appreciated the support you generosity you’ve shown us(not to mention just putting up with my stupid ass). Because we most certainly have! Without you and the News Bee over the past months, Slam would have been held in the park,(or knowing how dedicated to the show Ray is), possibly on a street corner, because it’s just that important to so many of us. I’d like to think that by now you’ve come to know that my words are more often than not meant in jest and rarely a deliberate jab at anyone. Usually if they are, I’ll let you know up front! As for you’re A/C yes, my keeping the door open to smoke and still hear the poets could possibly have strained it’s capacity but, I hope it hasn’t compromised your desire to continue supporting the art of spoken word here in Baton Rouge. However, if your still upset, you can sic Jazz on me!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, July 04, 2003 at 15:46:02 (EDT)
When I had A/C RC you stood outside sucking on cigarettes. Maybe it broke because it had to work so hard to compensate for the open door. The A/C was out for ya'll for one night. It has only been broken since Sunday, exactly how much did you suffer before you walked across the street to Avoyelles?
melissa <newzbee@bellsouth.net>
Red Stick, USA - Thursday, July 03, 2003 at 21:49:49 (EDT)
i had a lot of fun last night!!! was it just me, or did christine just blow everybody away w/ that cool ass piece? it was really good to see everybody, especially YOU, ray. lee was really good, too. i cant believe i forgot the words to my poem, that was SO embarassing to say i have read that poem so many times before, but i was nervous (why, i dont know). but on another note, if u havent copped that BUY-YOU poetry c.d. featuring the 2003 baton rouge slam team, make sure u get it, it's HOT!!! please dont sleep on this one! this tuesday, as every tuesday, the baton rouge poetry alliance will be in living color at CAFE REGGAE (formally THE BAYOU)9:30 pm, $5 admission, bring a friend, or two, or three...contact chancelier "xero" skidmore (225-344-3593)if you want the BUY-YOU c.d., or if you just want to give a donation toward the team's mission, love yall, see ya tuesday, and God bless!
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Thursday, July 03, 2003 at 20:57:23 (EDT)
Everyone - I apologize for all of the spam lately. Normally, there are a couple of those a day, and I just go in and delete them out. However, I've been on vacation, and during that time the spam-bots have been busy. I've gone through just now and cleaned it all out, though.

It was great seeing all of you at the Slam last night at Avoyelles. I love the new venue. And that was some of the best poetry I've heard in a lonnng time. Taaj, Jackie, it was great seeing y'all, not to mention seeing Becky and Denise. Lots of old friends and new ones. My best to all.
Mike 'The Spam-Eater' Melancon <melancon@moonlark.org>
Baton Rouge (this week), LA USA - Thursday, July 03, 2003 at 13:51:03 (EDT)
Alright!!!! Big night for Poetry with food and spirits at an all new Venue. I bet they got A/C too!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, July 02, 2003 at 17:16:18 (EDT)
whats up with all the spam yo
trey
USA - Wednesday, July 02, 2003 at 10:16:25 (EDT)
seems to be more spam in here then in Hawaii ::ducks to avoid flying objects:: WELL EVERYONE....or for the people who care mom got the screw in her foot today (tuesday) and is doing good! Should be up and walking on it in a week! Also me no make to slam! Stupid Work!!! see ya'll second open!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, July 02, 2003 at 02:06:56 (EDT)
TONIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Poetry Alliance's open mic, "Eclectic Truth" makes its GRAND RETURN @ Cafe Reggae, 124 W. Chimes St. (near the north gates of LSU). The open mic will run from 10pm-12am and will be featuring a phenomenal poet traveling all the way from Virginia, Ms. Samantha Raheem Thornhill, MAKE SURE YOU ARE IN ATTENDANCE!!!!!!!!!!
The Poetry Alliance
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, July 01, 2003 at 10:48:14 (EDT)
And to add to the lists of features, Virginia's own Samantha Raheem Thornhill is tentatively slated to appear the opening night @ Cafe Reggae. I will not be able to attend the first slam @ Avoyelle's this upcoming week and HONESTLY based on some of my experiences with THOSE PEOPLE @ Avoyelle's it won't be somewhere where I'll regularly attend... oh yeah I appreciate someone mentioning to me that the slam was moving there although I do... I mean did conduct a monthly poetry event there on the SAME NIGHT... It's cool though, knock yourselves out, but make sure that you keep the management over there under a close watchful eye, cuz sometimes they'll be cool and sometimes not.... maybe just my own bias and discontent, anyways peace & respect, and good luck on the new slam venue.... Donney
Donney B.
Baton Rouge, USA - Sunday, June 29, 2003 at 22:29:20 (EDT)
Hell No!!! The reading at club culture has moved to Cafe Reggae on Chimes Street just off LSU's campus! It takes place on Tuesday nights at 9:00 and it's bigger and better than ever!! We have better poetry, a better vibe, and a slew of nationally recognized poets from all over the country who are slated to come feature. Cafe Reggae is a beautiful venue. You won't believe that it used to be The Bayou! It's been totally renovated and the food is amazing!! If you don't come out to Cafe Reggae every Tuesday you should get someone else to live your life because your not doing right!!! Mona Webb is featuring this Tuesday, with Chicago's Chuck Perkins featuring the following week. Then there will be Lamar Hill from New Jersey and Talaam Acey soon after. I will stop at nothing to make this the greatest open mic poetry extravaganza in existence! I'll see yall Tuesday at Cafe Reggae and see yall again Wednesday at Avoyelles! It's a new day! Peace poets and patrons! I'm going eat!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, June 29, 2003 at 14:43:40 (EDT)
hello is anyone out there? are they still reading poetry at cultures on saturday nights?
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USA - Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 19:46:23 (EDT)
MIKE: any way to stop the commercial guestbook spammers that truly love the website, check out gambling? (or whatever.) Annoying.
ted baldwin <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 17:45:26 (EDT)
HAY MIKE!!!! i got some pictures ona roll of film, as soon as it devloped i'll scan them to you!! As for Wednesday i got sucked into working XP So see ya'll the second open!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 00:52:05 (EDT)
poetry and music still happening saturday night at cultures?
xxxxxxxxxx
USA - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 20:58:30 (EDT)
Xero, thanks for the pics. Everyone, I have updated the website and added a few things...first order of business, is of course that the SLAM THIS WEDNESDAY (7/2/2003) will BE HELD AT AVOYELLES CAFE. This is directly across from the Newz Bee. The slam is in the upstairs part (which is called "Avoyelles on the River"). We need to make a good impression on the owners of Avoyelles, so y'all bring your friends, bring your family, round up strangers off the street, and let's pack the house. Second order of business is the 2003 Slam Team Page, which features the pictures that Xero sent me. Y'all check it out. Finally, if anyone's interested (or knows anyone who might be interested), Ray and Glen will be offering their Summer Drama Workshop for ages 12 to adult. Cindy and I are coming in to BR this weekend, and look forward to seeing all of you at Avoyelles on Wednesday night. As Mona says, "Peace and Blessings!"
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 11:58:39 (EDT)
Damn! I must start off by saying that we have the greatest slam team of all time this year! As Donnie said, no one poet carried this team. Everyone pulled their own weight and pulled us right over the top. I sent Mike some pics from N.O. and I just got some more developed. The slam was awesome last night. The energy was strong and we all had a really good time listening to some really good poetry. Ted did a piece that made fun of several poets and Ray gave a dramatic interpretation of one of Cosmos's pieces. We sold a few CD's and met a lot of cool new people. I'll see yall next Wednesday at the slam! Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, LA USA - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 23:04:02 (EDT)
no Avoyelle's next week on my end... wish i could've made the slam last night, school is starting to weigh in on my ass... out there at Regionals... fell behind on some stuff... still trying to graduate... about to take a test right now, y'all are the greatest poetry community on the planet... pray for me i'm losing my sanity..... Donney Brasco
donney b
baton rouge, la USA - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 18:12:15 (EDT)
Very true words Ted, I concur, really great show last night. The poets ROCKED!!! But then don't they always?
WOOF!!!!
USA - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 16:51:09 (EDT)
Hey y'all. Good slam last nite, xcellent judges, good poems. Next week at avoyelles? Ray? Oh, by the way, I'm legal now! Ted
ted <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 12:49:07 (EDT)
Congratulations to our daughter, Mona, and the Baton Rouge Slam Team for winning Regionals. We are proud of all of you! Good luck at Nationals!!! God Bless you, The Webbs
Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Webb
Alameda, CA USA - Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at 20:39:07 (EDT)
Congratulations to Team Red Stick, Ya'll were GREAT!!! And Brasco, don't be upset over that one low score in the finals, the TWO TENS more than made up for it AND, the piece was definitely good enough to get your cd's back!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 at 16:01:33 (EDT)
Congrats to the BR Slam Team!
Dragonflysummer9 <dragonflysummer9@aol.com>
B.R., LA USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 at 06:37:03 (EDT)
what's up family, Let me start off by saying the regional slam experience was incredible and I sincerely enjoyed myself at my first real multi-team poetry competition. I was so proud of my team, and I have got to give major props to Karama Sadaka, who held it down for us, in Kate's intial abscence, he came up big for us in the first bout and huge at the finals. Xero coached us perfectly, his strategy for our every bout was on point, and we were blessed enough to execute it. Norfolk, VA did an outstanding job and gave us a helluva run. The victory gave us a lot of confidence and I think that by August we will be ready to take on the national competition. Many relied on one or two big scorers, but we relied on our collective team effort and I believe that's what made the difference. It was a great experience and I can't wait for August. Lastly, we in the poetry community need to keep in our prayers and thoughts, New Orleans poet, Hollywood, who lost his mother the morning of semifinals and who still was strong enough to host the finals at the House of Blues later on that day. That's all I got to say for now: Dorian, Mona, Kate, and our big-time alternate Karama, much love, I am so proud and honored to be competing with y'all, let's shake up the nation in August...... Donney Brasco, I'm out
Donney B. <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
victory city, LA USA - Sunday, June 22, 2003 at 23:19:50 (EDT)
congratulations, dorian, donney, mona, kate, and xero!!! maybe this statement is just a little swollen w/ pride, but baton rouge definitely houses the BADDEST poets. i see it w/ my own eyes ALL the time. and this year's team has a pleasent blend, donney, mona, dorian, and kate... mixing the ILLMATIC with the PASSION, it's SICK!!! i cant wait to see how yall rip it at nationals!
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Sunday, June 22, 2003 at 12:00:25 (EDT)
Well, Ray called me around 12:30am this morning to tell me the Baton Rouge team had kicked much ass and WON the Southern Fried Slam, beating out 15 other teams from all over the south. Damn, I wish I could've been there to see it - congratulations Team BR. 2nd place was Norfolk and 3rd was Pensacola.
Mike Melancon <melancon@moonlark.org>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, June 22, 2003 at 10:28:13 (EDT)
BR Slam Team took second place in there second bout with a 115.4 The winner was Norfolk Virginia 115.9 with Lexington Ky Scoring 111.9.Unofficial BR Slam Team Is rank second and go against New Orleans La in round 3.Hey Ray I played a little Basketball last night.
Liberty
USA - Saturday, June 21, 2003 at 10:44:00 (EDT)
{lol} thanx, donney...but that WAS the poem. congratulations on the victory!!!hope yall come back tonight w/ another win.....peace
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 21:24:08 (EDT)
Taaj that excerpt from your poem was hot as Devil gumbo, but that's to be expected. And yeah like Liberty said, we had a big victory last night in New Orleans, and we're going back tonight to try to duplicate that success, wish us luck, the teams out there are coming with their hardest, but WE AINT NEVA SCARED, so off we go again to see if we can take it to finals. peace out donney brasco
donney
regionals, LA USA - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 17:24:27 (EDT)
HOW DO YOU MISTAKE AN OASIS? SOME WOULD SAY REFUGE BELONGS TO THE RIGHTEOUS, BUT I SAY RIGHT US OR WRONG US, THE CLONED HEAVENS ARE SUFFICIENT ENOUGH FOR THIS HUNGER, GOOD ENOUGH FOR THIS BROKEN LOGIC, PURE ENOUGH FOR THESE LIPS TO DRINK...BRILLIANT, INFECTIOUS, LOVE...I STUMBLED UPON YOUR EMBRACE AND FOUND AN OASIS. FORGIVE ME IF I LINGER IN THE SAFE FOLDS OF YOUR EBONY, OR IF I LOSE MYSELF IN YOUR BEAUTY, BUT I MUST EXPERIENCE YOU AGAIN. i was sitting at work, typing a poem, and thought i'd share my thoughts...peace
TAAJ
USA - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 15:00:29 (EDT)
Peace, Liberty here giving a update on the progress of the 2003 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam Team at the Southern Fried Regional Poetry Festival in New Orleans La.Team Baton Rouge,La won there first day bout with a score of 113.5 easily beating Winston-Salem North Carolina 103.1 and the Alternators(which was a team formed of National Slam team alt.From different teams) 103.0.The 10 point victory was the Largest Margin of victory at the Regionals Soul Evens the indie for the bout scored a 29.3 and Life the other indie scored 28.9.Tonight the BR National Slam Team will face I think Roanoke Virginia (indie)The Junk Bard Dog RC Sanders and a 3rd team at the Blue Nile at 7:30pm.I(Liberty)competed as a Indie at my first ever Regional Poetry Slam at Cafe Negril at 9:30pm I went up against 2003 Houston Texas National Slam Team,2003 Lexington Kentucky National Slam Team and the Host city the New Orleans National Slam Team.N=Team New Orleans took 1st with a 114.9 team Houston took second 110.1 and Lexington,KY 3rd with a 110.0.I scored a 23.4 which was good enough for last a the venue but not at the entire regionals they had scores lower than that.Tonight at 9:30pm at Cafe Negril I will compete against(Day 1 bout 5 Champion)Host city New Orleans La.(Day 1 bout 3 Champion)Pensacola,Florida who took out former National Champion Dallas Tx in easy fashion.and Greenville,South Carolina(Day 1 bout 3 3rd place).So tonight Our National Slam Team will try for a spot in a inargual 2003 Southern Friday Poetry Slam Semifinals.
Liberty,The Crazy Shaman <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Southern Regional/N.O, La USA - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 12:04:21 (EDT)
I just wanted to post that I truly enjoyed the CD - Its one that each person should add to their collection. The 'Spoken Word' is powerful thing! I'm even having a mixer on Saturday - and will put that in the rotation for my guest to enjoy - so Xero don't be suprised if you get a surge in calls for copies of it! I wish all of you Good Luck with Regionals! We all know that you'll make B.R. proud!
Dragonflysummer <dragonflysummer9@aol.com>
B.R., LA USA - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 02:51:37 (EDT)
In the words of our begging, groveling coach, we need a lil cash to make it to the Chi-town, so if u could purchase a disc it'd be greatly appreciated, we're not just telling u to buy it for the sake of argument, it really is a HOT CD. And tonight we start Regional competition, so keep us in your thoughts and prayers, Team Baton Rouge vs. The World...... who tha f&#k gon' stop us (hopefully not everyone). PEACE, holla back at ya team....... donney
d. brasco
USA - Thursday, June 19, 2003 at 10:28:22 (EDT)
Hey Liberty! IMPORTANT!!! You need to be at Slam tonight, I’ve got a proposition for ya. (No not that, the Naked Poet’s sheep already hold the rights to my sex life)
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, June 18, 2003 at 16:31:22 (EDT)
Hey, Mike I'm glad you liked the CD! People can buy them at the slam, they can call me at home (225-344-3593), or they can come out to any of the other readings in B.R. that I might be attending. I would like to ask all of our supporters to buy a CD and to get as many others to buy them as possible. I like the idea of us earning the trip as opposed to simply asking y'all for it, but if sales are low do expect to see me on my knees offering sexual favors. I refuse to let a team this strong miss out on nationals because of a lack of funds! Please, please, please, we need all of you to help us make this trip! So come out and buy a CD or make a tax deductable donation to Moonlark Productions. I'll do whatever you want me to. Me love you long time!!! I'm so ashamed of myself. Peace. Oh, I almost forgot. Regionals are this Thursday @ 7 pm, Friday @ 8 pm, Saturday @ noon, and Saturday night-ish! I'll post the venues as soon as I get that information. But when I do, we will need much moral support in New Orleans. You'll also get a chance to see some killer teams from all over the South!! Later yall.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at 22:55:56 (EDT)
Hey, everyone, I had a great time in BR over the last couple of weeks. It was great to see all of you at the slam. I purchased a 2003 Slam Team CD and it really came in handy. I drove back to OK Saturday night, and at 1AM I was on i-49 headed north, with no other traffic, and I was getting a little sleepy. So I popped in my BR-Slam 2003 CD and rocked out. By the time I got halfway through the CD, I was rolling down the window so I could shout verse at the deer standing on the side of the road. That's a rockin' CD. Xero, do y'all have more CDs available in case other people want to buy them? Do they call you, or just get them at the slam? I'd like to put a link on the web page so people will know how to get them.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at 12:17:56 (EDT)
just a friendly reminder, TONIGHT @ 10pm, The Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance is opening for The Elements at The Reggae Cafe (around the corner from Kinko's, near L.S.U.) !!!!!!! Please come out to support, this will be a new venue for us coming in July! love yall, peace
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Saturday, June 14, 2003 at 14:28:55 (EDT)
That date on SOUL FUSION: June 18, 2003
Simple But Dope Productions, LLC <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
USA - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 11:12:35 (EDT)
SOUL FUSION, this upcoming Wednesday after the slam, across the street from the slam @ Avoyelle's Cafe on the River, featuring Donney 'Brasco' and trumpeteer John Gray. Also featuring the open mic segment. Brought to you by Simple But Dope Productions,LLC and Continuum Music
Simple But Dope Productions, LLC <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
baton rouge , la USA - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 11:11:14 (EDT)
thanx, vanessa, and jackie...poetry alliance bbq this saturday, 3pm, city park (on top of the hill, near lsu), anybody that plans on coming, please bring something(a.k.a. FOOD)...Poetry Alliance opening act for The Elements at Cafe Reggae later that night (near lsu, around the corner from kinko's), 10 pm...please come out and support... love yall, peace
taaj <TIARALESS@BLACKPLANET.COM>
USA - Thursday, June 12, 2003 at 22:47:48 (EDT)
Taaj and Rage, I would love to see you two slam. you both would kick ass. Taag, I only have one of a dozen poems memorized, and I'm sure yours is tighter than mine, so don't worry about that, go out there and do ya thang.
Vanessa <lsutrackgirl@hotmail.com>
tigerland, la USA - Thursday, June 12, 2003 at 04:48:26 (EDT)
Hey yall...I love the encouragement so much in here I had to join in. Rage, I believe stage fright is my middle name. Ive tried everything, glasses, not looking at the audience, deep breathing...EVERYTHING. Then I realized that Im just going to have it (stage fright, that is). But I overcome it a little everytime mainly because when I do read it's not because of the slamming or anything (anymore) it's because I have something to say that I believe is worthy to be heard. Your believing your material is WORTHY should be enough. I want to hear what u have to say and evidently others do too... Come back. U 2 Taaj...I haven't been in about three weeks but I miss hearing u...and chattin with ya. Peaches and Lub...
Jackie Brown
USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 22:12:13 (EDT)
Hey Trey--bring her to the slam; she gotta get outa the poem to see it and stop crying. Let her see what other people are doing in the same boat and what they are sayin about it. peace/love, Ray
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 19:37:51 (EDT)
Hey Liberty--damn. You da buddha.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 19:33:09 (EDT)
RAGE, i am not a SLAM POET either, and i dont feel at ease when i DO slam (even though it's been a while), however, the shit(sorry, liberty) you write is definitely SLAMWORTHY, and to me, there is no set definition as to what a SLAM POET should or should not be, i have to this date THREE...(repeat)..THREE poems memorized, so i know what it's like to live in the comfort zone of paper...at times i feel i should be on another level, especially in the arena in which we spoken word artists dwell, but i'm not there yet, and sometimes i'm not the most confident person when i get in front of a crowd, but i'm still certain that my work is SLAMWORTHY, i like HEARING your work, regardless to if u never fully PERFORM your work, you are an excellent poet, period. p.s. i think i have four, wait...........nah, it's three.
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 17:44:50 (EDT)
RAGE, i am not a SLAM POET either, and i dont feel at ease when i DO slam (even though it's been a while), however, the shit(sorry, liberty) you write is definitely SLAMWORTHY, and to me, there is no set definition as to what a SLAM POET should or should not be, i have to this date THREE...(repeat)..THREE poems memorized, so i know what it's like to live in the comfort zone of paper...at times i feel i should be on another level, especially in the arena in which we spoken word artists dwell, but i'm not there yet, and sometimes i'm not the most confident person when i get in front of a crowd, but i'm still certain that my work is SLAMWORTHY, i like HEARING your work, regardless to if u never fully PERFORM your work, you are an excellent poet, period. p.s. i think i have four, wait...........nah, it's three.
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 17:43:50 (EDT)
HEY RAYYYYYYYYY.. I SUCK AT SLAM.. I AM NOT A SLAM POET.. TO BE REAL AND HONEST I REALLY DO NOT THINK I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES RIGHT NOW TO SLAM.. I NEED TO GET AWAY FROM PAPER AND WORK ON MY PERFORMANCE... AND GET MY DAMN GLASSES.. THAT IS WHY I DON'T SLAM BABY.. I THINK IT TAKES ALOT OF CONFIDENCE TO SLAM.. AND TO BE REAL I DO NOT HAVE THAT IS MY WORK AS OF YET..WHEN I DO AND AS I GROW YA WILL KNOW.. CAUSE I WILL PROBALY SLAM WHEN I AM NOT SUCH A CHICKEN SHIT..LOL.. OOPS THERE I GO WITH MY MOUTH.. SORRY LIBERTY..LOL..J/K
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL>
BAKER, LA USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 15:59:33 (EDT)
We are overcomers, together we tackle the elements of our daily struggles.Yet we are still striving for the promise of a greater tomorrow,to end the sorrow,by letting our voice be heard,by becoming our word...We are the voices of poetic prophets of the dawn,our light shine against the harm,against the norm...We are spirit teachers our written description have a creative twist inwardly manifesting unity outwardly.To them that don't know grow with us,glow with us, and overcome with us.
Libertysmooth
Baton Rouge, La USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 14:13:29 (EDT)
Hey Rage--We Love You and we miss your poetry at the slam lately. The scoring stuff at the slam is to get the audience alive and involved; its not about the points, its about the poetry and the people listening to it. Its intense at times; that is part of its value; its alive. Anyway, The judges are the ones who get slammed, that is one of the basic points of discussion among audience members and why they are talking between performances and feeling ok about it. Come Read more.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 13:52:42 (EDT)
Hey Jasmine--I believe things happen for all kinds of reasons. Keep love in your heart. Life is a struggle, Rejoice in the struggle. live, write, find reasons to smile.....
Mr. Sibley
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 13:31:31 (EDT)
hey poets listen up got a up and cummin star in the works but one problem she cant read her work without breaking down crying well i got a piece of hers i want yall to read it and tell me what u think . Without you or with you I have woken up again, to the gray mornings oppressive pallor, that falls as a shroud on my sadness and confusion. I feel my heart has been shattered and left to die here on the dusty floor, covered with your footprints. Tracks of time and memory, all linked back to you, your figure, sometimes silhouetted by the dusk or the dawn, how I could simply stare till I lost myself in you, as you moved, curves mesmerizing, bringing passion to flower, bright red within me. Now that flower lies wilting in forgotten corners, leaves turning from green to brown. I can only sit now and wonder, what went wrong? Is there something I could have done better or different? Is there something I should have done? Is there something I shouldn't have done? These questions circle like vultures around me, as the unforgiving sun of sorrow bears down. I wander streets, but they offer nothing now. I can only see everything crumbling around me. I can only see the pollution in the rivers, the garbage in the streets, the empty eyes of beggars and addicts, the boarded up storefronts, the blowing pieces of paper in the road, that you or I may have once written out our promises to each other. What do these papers matter now? All the promises have been broken. Best to burn them, try to burn the memory out. Burn everything that may remind me of you. But that would mean burning myself to ashes. I cannot look at myself without thinking of you. When did I give this vital piece of myself to you? When did you decide it wasn't worth holding on to? But you can't just throw it away. It still feels like its with you now, wherever you may be, and it hurts to have it missing. But even if you did come back now, begging and pleading for forgiveness, and swearing to never leave my side, I'm not sure I could take you back, though a part of me wants that desperately. Why? Why should I desire the one who hurt me so? This is all too confusing. I don't consider myself a masochist, but aren't we all in a way? Isn't pain such an integral part of experience, that there's no escape? Just to live is to hurt? Or perhaps, to hurt is to live? Do we secretly desire broken dreams and pain? So secretly even we ourselves don't know we do? When it seems the entire world is in pain today, what's left to do besides hurt? I could cry for the ten thousandth time, but what purpose would it serve? I could cry till it washes away the dust on the floor, but the pain would go on. I can only force myself through another meaningless day. Find some reason, no matter how seemingly small, trivial or obscure, to get through these dark hours. Where it feels like every second is midnight, and paradise a filthy lie, and love but a promise destined to be broken.
trey
USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 12:31:22 (EDT)
traitor upon chest, climb out of the woodwork here, with sneers on her face
hi foo 2 U
USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 06:45:17 (EDT)
thanks Taaj i have read before but i've been super busy with school the past couple of months so i haven't been able to drop in but i'll most def catch a couple of slams this summer
jasmine <flynow22@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, June 09, 2003 at 19:26:22 (EDT)
LMAO..LOL.. TAAJ I AM GO GET YOU GIRLLLLLLLLLLL..LOL..
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Monday, June 09, 2003 at 13:20:47 (EDT)
He walked in here and wiped fear from my face; sparkling like a new lincoln head in this place; although his worth is minus one, plus everything, Although I don't know it, I can only see what he choses to show, it is exciting and inviting me in like sin mixed with peer pressure and it was my pleasure to meet him.
Me
Checkin u, la USA - Sunday, June 08, 2003 at 22:30:54 (EDT)
Hey there everybody... We were looking over the site at slam-workshop today, and I noticed what "betr things" posted a couple of days ago, and I think it's kinda sad the recent postings have reflected so poorly on our "community" so how's-about-we-clear-the-air-in-here-a-bit? One of my favorite things to do when I need to take a break from ranting and negativity, is write haiku... you know, just little literary snap-shots of a moment or a feeling... so how about it? Anybody want to join me? I'll start: "The summer air sweats my skin slick with deep south sighs, your kisses still have not evaporated." Okay, so it's not 5-7-5, but you get the idea. Who's next?
Kate <idesellenrof@hotmail.com>
USA - Sunday, June 08, 2003 at 22:22:46 (EDT)
Found you thru Google and I really love your site!!
petra <petra@ricepetra1184.internetdj.com>
clearwater, fl USA - Sunday, June 08, 2003 at 13:30:52 (EDT)
jasmine, (i dont think i've met you)if what u r saying is true, then i'm sorry that happened to u....i havent been at any slams lately, but if u havent read, i would love to hear u, you seem to be a poetic kindred spirit, reminding me of myself w/ the last entry wrote, despite the topic, it was filled w/ passion......if u have read, i'm sorry i missed, but forgiveness is a key element in freedom, so learn from it, and thank your friend for showing her truest shade.....GREEN!!! those who hide envy in their heart have no choice but to yield to it, but if you hide God in your heart, you will always yield to something sweeter, so just let it go.......and ted, if u gonna take my hook, you gotta sing it right, it's a blues song.......=}
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
USA - Sunday, June 08, 2003 at 10:34:24 (EDT)
we were suppose to be friends but lies and mass deception have smothered the breath that i once did breathe for you as the knife with your foot on top pushes further into my back and through my heart i shall drown you in my tears you shall choke on the salt of what you have brought forth from my eyes my soul cries for you as the body of our trust love friendship dies.
jasmine <flynow22@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Sunday, June 08, 2003 at 03:31:41 (EDT)
Mr. Sibley I have a problem. Ammie read "Blacklace and Red Velvet" but she wasn't suppose to because we wrote those together. She's been going around lying and telling people she wrote them by herself. Even when she won the slam with them that was a lie but because we were friends i didn't say anything. I mean I care about her but not enough to let her steal from me.i've got proof and evidence. i'm so mad. that was evil what she did.
jasmine <flynow22@hotmail.com>
batone rouge, LA USA - Sunday, June 08, 2003 at 03:17:19 (EDT)
Hey Taj, if you are not going to be singing that hook anymore, can I borrow it?
ted
USA - Saturday, June 07, 2003 at 11:43:42 (EDT)
Hey, greetings from New York. Your site was very impressive...Good Luck.
laurie <laurie@fleminglau5560.bmcfree.com>
seattle, wa USA - Saturday, June 07, 2003 at 08:19:09 (EDT)
DITTO ON WHAT TAAj said!!!!!
Vanessa <lsutrackgirl@hotmail.com>
tigerland, LA USA - Saturday, June 07, 2003 at 05:27:35 (EDT)
"....ERECTIONS THAT ILLUMINATES OUR AMBITION SO DEEPLY,I WANT YOU TO FEEL THE VIBRATION OF MY PENETRATION".... yes, indeed!!!!liberty, u magnificent poet, u.....for real, it takes a lot of guts to be that honest, i'm DIGGIN' it(the honesty)....and rage, maybe u wont be singing my hook any more, "I NEED A M-A-NNNNNNNNNNNNN!"
TAAJ <TIARALESS@BLACKPLANET.COM>
USA - Friday, June 06, 2003 at 22:32:46 (EDT)
RC, I have been writing lately and had some deadlines to meet this last month, but I look forward to bending your ears with the sap that comes out of my mind about 2 AM every other night. I will just call Albasha's to find out about Becky's event. I looked for the scores this week. Where are the scores? Miss everyone. Oh, Cosmos, there is a blank page to colour with a PICKLE COWBOY on it at Jason's Deli on Corporate. Thought I would pick one up for you! (joking)Susan
Susan <SavantLouisiane@aol.com>
USA - Friday, June 06, 2003 at 17:59:03 (EDT)
Confusion is nothing to fear my love.You are beautiful,and educated your parents should be proud of your accomplishments.They have raised a all around woman.
Liberty
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, June 06, 2003 at 14:45:23 (EDT)
LIBERTY IF U YOU WERE TRYING TO SQUASH IT ....LOL.. IT IS DONE CAUSE I FEEL PIMPED AND SPEECHLESS...LOL.. THAT WAS OFF THE CHAIN.. I DO NOT KNOW WHAT TO SAY BUT I AM CONFUSED
RAGE <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 18:52:57 (EDT)
I'm just trying to bring some Harmony to the situration Brassco.We all have love for each other and I truly love Rage she is a strong woman So this poem is for her: THE NIGHT I WITNESSED YOUR AMAZEMENT IN THE MIST OF THE DANCEFLOOR,THE NIGHT I SAID IN MY HEART,"YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL CREATION,"MADE IN THE DESCRIPTION OF SUNDAY MORNING...IN THE IMAGE OF CLEAN AIR THAT STIMULATES THE AROMA OF YOUR SMILE.YOU ARE BOUNDLESS INTERNALLY FOREVER EXTERNALLY MAGNIFYING ETERNITY,PURIFYING POETRY BOUNTIFULLY WITH RESOUNDING EXCELLENCY FORTIFYING OUR DOMINION IN THE REALM OF TIME.YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL CREATION THEREFORE,LET NOTHING SWEET ESCAPE THE TASTE OF YOUR LIPS,LET NO DESIRE LINGER AROUND YOUR HIPS WHEN IT'S IN YOUR GRIP TO GET IT,TO GRAB IT,AND FEEL IT...YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL CREATION,GLORIOUS IN YOUR SATIRE MADE OF PURE SILK AS WE MARINADE POETRY IN QUILTS SMOOTH ENOUGH FOR BABIES TO SLEEP ON,TO DREAM ON,AND TO AWAKE ON.THERE IS NO SHAME IN ME LOVING YOU OPENING MY HEART TO YOU,EXPRESSING THE COMMUNICATION WORTHY OF GLORIFICATION AND ADMIRATION AND GENUINE SPELLBOUNDING LOVEMAKING.THAT IS ESSENTIAL TO EARTHQUAKE SHAKING WE RATTLE THE ELEMENTS BARRIOR BREAKING SOUL SINKING SPIRIT SEXING IN THE HEART OF THE BEDROOM WHICH MANIFEST OUR MOTIVATION.THEREFOR I WANT TO GO WITH YOU AND BE THE LOVER OF YOUR SOUL AS WE CONSOLE EACH OTHER IN BENOVOLENT SPEARS, I WANT TO HUG YOUR TEARS TO UNDERSTAND THE REALITY OF YOUR FEARS.YOU ARE A VISION OF RESOLUTION GLOWING DEGREES OF RADIATION MANIFESTING LIQUID JOY SILENCING TEMPTATION.YOUR FOOTPRINTS ARE REVOUTION'S REVELATION AS WE ASCEND INTO OUR FATHER'S CONSCIENCE TO BLEND AND EXTEND AND LEND A HELPING HAND IN THE MIST OF ECONOMIC DAMAGE.OUR WORDS ARE NEEDED OUR LOVE IS MORE DESIRED THAN GOLD.SING FOR ME FREEDOM WOMAN,BE THERE FOR ME CLASSY LADY, MY HONEY GIRL, MY JAZZY LADY LET'S INTERMINGLE INTIMATE CONFESSIONS TO EACH OTHER,MARINATING SILENT WHISPERS IN SECERT PLACES,INTERWOVEN IN THE ESSENCE OF YOUR SKINTONE.LET'S CULTIVATE QROTATIONS OF REMARKABLE NOTIONS BLENDING OUR DESCRIPTION IN POTIONS OF POETIC ERECTIONS THAT ILLUMINATES OUR AMBITION SO DEEPLY,I WANT YOU TO FEEL THE VIBRATION OF MY PENETRATION.REMEMBER ME IN YOUR PRAYER INTERCESSION,REMEMBER ME IN YOUR CONSCIENCE CONVERSATION REMEMBER ME FOREVER YOU BEAUTIFUL WOMAN. LOVE YOU ALWAYS LIBERTY
Liberty
Baton Rouge, La USA - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 15:40:32 (EDT)
Dear betr things, Contrary to how u may feel, we as poets don't just bicker and argue at each other, though i do understand how u may perceive as such, after all a lot of time we do carry on like children when it comes to grievances we may have with one another, but rest assured this isn't the normal activity... so in other words don't let what u may see on this guestbook discouraged u from coming to the slams, we really do kinda sorta love...um like... um WELL we definitely tolerate each other AND is it just me or did it seem like Liberty was trying to hit on Rage in his last entry... you smooth playa you... anyways i'm out, peace, respect, and PLEASE come back out next week everyone, cuz last night was reminiscent of days of old. Donney Brasco
d-o-n-n-E-Y <urrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.com>
red stikk, la USA - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 15:01:25 (EDT)
Melissa, who owns The Newz Bee, had invited me to the slam so I thought I would check out the website and see what it is all about. I'm having trouble telling if ya'll actually read/write poetry or if ya'll just sit around insulting each other. There seems to be a lot of negative energy swirling around, I hope you're not spreading it around The Bee. For some reason I thought poets were like hippies and everybody would get along. I can see I was really wrong. Maybe you could make a page just to bitch at and insult each other. Or write a poem about it. Poetry should be beautiful, this is ugly and not what I expected to be happening at The Newz Bee.
betr things <dangerranger@yahoo.com>
baton rouge, USA - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 14:49:39 (EDT)
First of all,Rage I think I displayed enough wisdom at the slam by not giving in to your so called face to face encounter in front of the entire Baton Rouge Slam Community by simply walking away.And understand this, that some of the people who were present were there for the first time. Besides If I had something to tell you I would come to you and tell you.Understand this guestbook is an OPEN FORUM therefore,anything anyone put on this guestbook is open for anyone to address.Truthfully, I had my eye on you for a while.I know you don't think of me the way I think of you.You are such a beautiful grown ass woman,and when beautiful women such as yourself come to me I get tongue tide and begin to wonder any man in his right mind would love to be with a QUEEN like you I know I would.When you look good, and you do, You make me look good when I'm with you.Like the old saying, behind a strong man there is a stronger woman.And you are a strong educated black woman and beautiful at that.You want to know what I remember about you when we was on the dance floor at Ricoux or whatever one Thursday night whoa we had a ball you showed me a fantastic time.Im not going to say any names but people thought you was my woman.I said naa were just friends you perform together nothing serious.I charish moments like that.So lets put aside all the bickering and fussing and be resonable and productive you can give me a call tonight lets say around 9:00pm at 225-355-7366 and we can talk about it.Love you always Liberty.
Liberty The Crazy Shaman
Baton Rouge , La USA - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 14:40:45 (EDT)
Nice site!!!!!!!!!!! just bouncing around showing a lil Ky slam love ...........I ll be seeing the slam team at the 2003 southern fried regionals........check me out my site @
thee Royal Black Falcon <thaBlackFalcon@yahoo.com>
versailles, Ky USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 16:35:35 (EDT)
LOL.. LIBERTY!!! DUE TO THE FACT THAT U CANNOT SPELL HALF THE WORDS YOU SAY..YOU COMMENTS BOTHER ME NOT..LOL..I SWEAR I PUT THIS UP FOR YOU TO COMMENT..LOL..IS IT BECAUSE I AM NOT INTO THE SLAM CLICK? IS THAT WHY I CANNOT SAY ANYTHING.. LOOK IT IS FUNNY TO ME SLEEP...I AM NOT TRIPPING.. BUT I AM A GROWN ASSSSSSS WOMAN..LOL.. SO I MAY CURSE AND HOLLA.. SEE I AM 24.. SO IF U HAVE KIDS HANDLE THEM.. NOT ME...IF THAT IS WHAT U WERE TRYING TO DO.. SUGGEST NOTHING..CAUSE IF U SUGGEST.. I WILL..MY COMMENTS WERE NOT TOWARD YOU.. HELL THE PEOPLE IT WAS TOWARD SAID NOTHING...HELL I WAS PLAYING... SO I WILL SUGGEST SOMETHING... HOOKED ON PHONICS IS FOR ALL AGES MAN-TAN SO TAKE PART..LOL.. J/K (KINDA).. ANYWAY.. I WILL BE AT THE SLAM LATER SO LETS SEE WHAT U HAVE TO SAY TO MY FACE.. SO I CAN LAUGH AT YOU.. TO ALL IN THE SLAM GOOD LUCK.. PEACE AND BLESSINGS FROM SISTA RAGE... RAYYYYYYYYYY I WILL BE CALLING YOU SOON.. HOPE THE DRAMA ON THE SITE ADDS TO SOME HEADS AT YOUR SLAM BABY..LOL.MUAH.. SORRY FOR THE SPELLING..LIBERTY BRINGS THAT OUT IN ME I GUESS..LOL..LOVE YOU LIBERTY!!!!!!!
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 15:00:20 (EDT)
Hello Miss Susan, I'll give you the info IF, you promise to show up at Slam Tonight. Me, I'll promise not to cause concern for the end of civilization as you know it(again).
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 09:04:44 (EDT)
Could someone tell me when Becki and Lee Ann's readings are at Albasha's and which Albasha's? Susan USA - Sunday, May 25, 2003 at 06:46:13 (EDT)
One more time <SavantLouisiane@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, June 03, 2003 at 21:06:38 (EDT)
Adding feul to the flame will solve nothing, It only will cause more rebillon.Let's keep the profanity to a minimum and understand that we have visitors of our guestbook that don't engage in political poetic wars that are very interested in the artform itself.And I bare you record that some of your feedback are very harsh and cruel.Everyone is entitle to there own opinion therefore no one is not obligated to look at a situration the same as you.Just because you don't like slams because of politics or the opinions written in this guestbook doesn't mean that everyone else sould dislike it.And quit popping on this scene with profane feedback because its not fair to them that have nothing to do with it.Its not fare to them who lose 99% of the slams and still come back week in and week out.So I would suggest,(not demand) That if you can't say anything positive you can your fingerpointing egotistical statements to yourself and that goes for EVERYONE!Much love this week on Wednesday June 4, 2003 at 7:30pm at the Newz bee we will have our 5th Grand Slam of the year so come on out and enjoy the finest poets in Southern Louisiana which will feature 3 members of the 2003 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam Team schedule to compete also the Coach of the National Slam Team schedule to compete I'm quite sure it will be one fantastic night of poetry.peace.
Liberty"The Crazy Shaman" <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Baton Rouge , La USA - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 15:50:58 (EDT)
PEACE AND BLESSINGS..THIS IS SISTA RAGE.. I AM LAUGHING MY ASS OFF AT THIS GUESS BOOK AND THE HATERS ON IT..I DON'T GET A CHANCE TO COME TO THE READINGS OR TO THIS SITE .. BUT WHEN I DO IT IS ALWAYS DRAMA AND IT IS FUNNY TO ME.. WE ARE ALL SUPPOSE TO BE ARTIST..I THOUGHT IT WAS ..WHEN IT CAME DOWN TO IT AT LEAST ...ABOUT THE POETRY...ABOUT THE ART IT SELF.. BUT I GUESS SOME PEOPLE JUST LIKE TO BE ASSHOLES AND START SHIT.. THIS IS WHY I DON'T COME TO SLAMS.. I AM TOO IGNORANT FOR THAT..LOL..AND I TEND TO GET UPSET CAUSE EVERY TIME I DO GET ON HERE PEOPLE TALKING SMACK ABOUT MEMBERS OF THE P.A..THAT IS FUNNY..WHEN IT COMES DOWN TO IT YALL.. LETS KEEP IT ABOUT THE ART.. FUCK THE SCORES AND ALL THAT DUMB SHIT.. LETS KEEP IT ABOUT THE LOVE OF POETRY.. KEEP THE TRAILER TRASH AND GHETTO SHIT IN THE HOOD AND ON THE LOTS!..I MEAN CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG..LOL.. LOVE TO ALL MY PEEPS.. AND LOVE TO THE HATERS!. RAGE LOVE EVERYBODY..BUT YALL NEED TO GET IT TOGETHER..
rage <POETICRAGE2001@HOTMAIL.COM>
BAKER, LA USA - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 10:55:10 (EDT)
Thorns, your mother wears army boots! Pull your tongue from Xero's rectum and write a poem about what his last meal tasted like! Stop fantazing about Ray's penis and get his number from your spouse! Stay away from the slams, nobody there likes you! And lastly, get a life or end your own!
ZILCH <cypher@notmail.com>
Nothing, LA USA - Sunday, June 01, 2003 at 13:11:15 (EDT)
Hey yall, this is xero! Good news. I've recently gotten a sizable pledge from an anonymous donor who wants to see the slam team make it to Chicago! I guess anonymity isn't always the last refuge of the cowardice. Well to be honest, I know who the person is, but some people prefer not to be known for being loaded. Also, Mona is right on the verge of locking down an awesome venue for Eclectic Truth! On another note, I've been reading the guest book and trying to figure out why people like prissy chick and thorns would want to destroy or tarnish the atmosphere of the slam or it's website. What have we done to them? What has the slam done to them? How did we let them down? They are obviously interested in the event. They take the time to read and sign the guestbook, which for my busy ass takes effort and planning! Please, I am begging anyone who has a criticism about me to say it to my face or state it constructively on the website. I can probably learn something from your observations. But if it is done in a malicious manner, human nature will force me to dismiss it as jealously or misplaced aggression. Therefore I will only get defensive, launch my counter-attack, and remain the same asshole that was pissing you off in the first place! If you have a problem with the slam, help us fix it in a civilized manner. Maliciously pointing out someone flaws is the best way to display your own. Ray, we need to sit down and address these complaints because although they are being stated as insults, there must be some serious issues behind them that hinder our audience from feeling included in our poetic community. These issues may pertain to our attitudes, procedures, and/or overall problem solving abilities, but it is definitely our responsibility to keep doing whatever is necessary to help cultivate an inclusive and encouraging environment for ALL our poets and patrons. I love all you guys and I'll see yall Wednesday!!! P.S. Please come out. We all need each other...now.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Sunday, June 01, 2003 at 13:02:14 (EDT)
HAY RC and company!!! sorry for coming by, but my mum broke her foot so when i'm not at work i'm doing stuff around the house! I hope when she's better i can get back. maybe sooner! MAN i'm suffer some major poetry withdrawal!!!! hope to see you peeps later till then love and peace!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Saturday, May 31, 2003 at 14:10:32 (EDT)
wuzzup peeps ughh sorry i couldnt make the grand finals were shit umm hey at least i passed to the 11th grade umm i wish i could make the performance ray u know i would if i had a ride there and back well gotta go got things to do and shit to write so umm peace
Trey
USA - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 19:53:06 (EDT)
Hey DB, could not have said it better myself. I really enjoyed last Wednesday evening if the only thing we learned is that Poets CAN stop the mosquito control truck. And Ray, never ceases to amaze me. Who'd have thought he could not only sing and play the guitar but, DO THEM BOTH AT THE SAME TIME!!! Go figure? (Oh, and to those of you out there raggin on Ray, STOP IT! Thats my gig and no one does it as well as I do!) Hope to see everyone next week and Cosmos, where yat?
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 18:22:38 (EDT)
Sage advice from our fiber fixated webmaster... ;)
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 13:36:29 (EDT)
It's never been Moonlark's policy to censor the guestbook, and I'm not about to start now. But I would like to ask that we remain a little more civil. Thank you Donney, and others who have tried to keep it positive and upbeat. I hereby call on people to lighten the f**k up and enjoy life more. Maybe everyone would be happy if we had more fiber in our diets. Thanks to Tracey for posting that sort of weird abstract rant poem - I'd like to see more people get in touch with their whimsical side and post creative works. Or , if you really want to bitch, take a look at our modern world - with our government's daily assaults on civil liberties, the nonstop war our world seems to engage in, the nincompoop in the White House, etc. Wouldn't these be fun targets for poets and artists? By way of announcements, everyone should take a look at the Cymbaline page that Ted put together (here). There are some first class photos of the production. Speaking of Cymbaline, everyone who hasn't seen it yet should get out to Ethel and catch the show - 6:30 tonight (5/30) and tomorrow night (5/31). Finally, I'll be coming in town this weekend, so I look forward to seeing y'all at the next couple of slams. And remember...more fiber...it will UNLOCK YOU AND GET RID OF YOUR FRUSTRATIONS!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
at large (currently fort worth), tx USA - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 12:39:00 (EDT)
///"I'm probably not going to post again, but" ///(yeah, like right). Obviously, your little girlie feathers were ruffled by something I said or something I revealed, or you wouldn't have posted anything.
Thorns
USA - Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 19:24:58 (EDT)
tonight we didn't have the slam, but yet enjoyed the beauty of the the benefits the slam community represents. Imagine a few early 20's young black adults mixed with some middle aged mature white adults, chillin' outside the Newzbee, enjoying each other's company, and vibin to impromtu acoustic guitar strumming. this is not an extrordinary phenomenon drawn up out of some "how to create unity" manual, this is the every week existence of the slam, its participants, and its loyal supporters. as of late the slam has been struggling in attendance and anyone who reads this guestbook would swear that the people WHO DO ATTEND can't stand each other, which couldn't be further from the truth. we have a cool, dare I say even loving family-oriented vibe that exists within the slam community.... I said all that to say this we need more of you who enjoy the art of performance poetry to come out and enjoy and less of you to be bickering about the same old shit that cannot be changed because what's done is done... SO STOP TALKING SHIT AND MEET US BACK AT THE SLAM NEXT WEEK AND ALL THE FOLLOWING WEEKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! signing off, donney b.
donney rose/donney brasco
USA - Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 01:21:33 (EDT)
Okay, I hardly ever look at the guest-book... it seems to me when you get involved in the petty little alliances and arguments inherent in "slamming", it poisons the whole experience. For God's sake, "crumbling empire?" it's a fucking POETRY READING... I'm probably not going to post again, but I just wanted to say: this mud-slinging and back-stabbing is infantile. And to anyone who "doesn't have anything nice to say" if you must post nasty messages... how about signing your own name, how about taking a little responsibility for your words and opinions. Don't hide behind this cowardly veil of anonymity. You're pretty brave with your opinions when you can sign an alias... the poets are brave enough to get up in public and state their beliefs... what's your excuse, are you scared of your own voice?
Kate <idesellenrof@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 21:18:41 (EDT)
I have a penis thank you very much. I know what makes "us" tick. If I came across as not having one, I apologize, but as I look down, I see one.
Thorns
USA - Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 17:39:05 (EDT)
Thorns has penis envy. Who turned you down? Grow up. It's poetry. The team rocks from what I hear.
Pearl
Wabash, USA - Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 17:11:05 (EDT)
When things are not handled properly or with professionalism, the "Prissy Chicks" of the world are given power to come out into the world and cluck. None of this discord would have occured if the "official" BR Slam home event would have been conducted properly. But, when you have inflated egos by the head honchos of the slam who begin to think they are infallible, worshiped, or irreplaceable, you run into discord among the "people". I still believe that there should be a time residence clause (as all official agendas impose), that the slam should not have taken place without stop watches (God, has the last years been timed by the "minute" hand of someone's watch?), that rules should be set in stone with no exceptions and that the Prissy Chicks of the world get a life and move on and not comment on situations when they don't have all of the facts concerning the situation. So, when WE all realize that anyone, anywhere, anytime, anyplace, anyway, can host, hold, or have a poetry reading and that this reading can be handled more professionally and move forward with this, we will stop thinking that Ray is infallible and like any other man, he is led, (no offense other men) by his penis when it came to the team this year which was very obvious to the majority of us by his behavior. The only professional handling of these slam events WERE handled by Xero who brought some decorum to a crumbling empire. So, Prissy Chick, piss off.
Thorns
USA - Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 07:53:31 (EDT)
THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A VERY LATE ADDRESS TO A PREVIOUS ENTRY BY "PRISSY CHICK"....TO CORRECT YOU, MY NAME IS SPELLED T-A-A-J, TO CORRECT YOU AGAIN,ON THE NIGHT XERO ASKED TO ADD MY NAME TO THE LIST, I WAS SUPPOSED TO BE ON THE LIST (1 WEEK IN ADVANCE)B/C I WORKED LATE THAT EVENING, AND HAD ALREADY MADE IT KNOWN THAT I WOULD NOT MAKE IT B/F 9:00..(NOT THAT I HAVE TO EXPLAIN THAT TO YOU), HOWEVER, MY NAME WASN'T ADDED TO THE LIST, AND I AGREED THAT IT WOULD BE UNFAIR TO DO SO AT THE TIME THAT I ARRIVED........THUS I SAT MY ASS DOWN AND ENJOYED THE REMAINING OF THE SHOW, THANK YOU!...
TAAJ <TIARALESS@BLACKPLANET.COM>
USA - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 17:38:55 (EDT)
“Le Sang Des Poetes” [Blood of the Poets] Geritol man hopes dentures will stick to his gums when he flashes his keen and rustic charm at two generations younger that will no longer blush and curtsey through his opened door - paned, heavy. go ahead old man and leave them where you need them. they go next to the salad fork—three prongs—I think (I know you won’t need them when you slurp your cold soup). her necessities now packed against her belly used to the world hanging from her shifty shoulders re-growing joints to keep her open hand in place upon cement that doesn’t shoot up and nestle between your fingers the way that grass blades will do it doesn’t grow into foreign and greener lands but it keeps us in factories, assembly lines, or truck stops to truck stops to truck stops to stop. where did all the dandelions wish away to? can you smell the singed saffron yet? hot threads reds and a little yellow somewhere you can’t go. go. go. you can borrow my mother’s spatula to scrape off concrete, throw it away. put your abstract, your You packed in tight where you grew all of your babies the next You borne to live, die, live, borne with a cock on the ole butcher block… don’t martyr him just yet withhold the axe’s fall until your arm drains pale let him suffer through childhood and you. tell him don’t walk, jump, skip, hop away like he will do tell him no for no reason. because you said so. buy him a harness for his cock, strapped to him self he will poke holes in his ears and drag them, him, down and glue them to the floor when you fight with his dad he’ll wear the black hair of his dad but with your name he will admire outlaw poets of New York. Jack Micheline admired London’s name and stole an e from the alphabet and bet all on a poet’s mad dream. he lived, roamed all over New York, a concentration, publisher’s houses, young nights, old days filled with staples of words that paid for yet another and another eviction notice. Kerouac’s words watched jack hide, bolt, and then explode he wanted to be famous. he didn’t want fame. so he went underground and became famous with a nobody’s name. a made-up name. his new name. Allen did his work while jack hid in the curtains, drunk with secrets to tell, loudly dumb, yet without a show. never eased his pain of living a dream. he followed Johnny Appleseed, scattering words, Poets, bookies tracing his steps, following him fleeing. there are no more words left. just old ideas planted in new heads, bigger hands, recycled trees. an old man, a new muse, or his own olden muse with salt and pepper wings that bleach and stain his back like a twice-used tea bag left on a wooden step or an old borrowed dream left in a dirty room on a rotten mattress that tastes of cum and blood salivating for new sweat and more violent sex but deeper love and more prudent whispers. big words in place of quiet ones stifled by hairy men. no more foot-fondlers and no more fetishes for ugly parts that pretend to be beautiful lie down in an old man’s bed but claim your own dreams there are no new poems in faded shadows of souls that are not yours, perspectives that fight against death. Vagabonds. Bohemians. but do not call them Beat if they still fight to give you poetic mind and poets’ spirits keep their dreams alive in your blood Tracey A. Ratcliff 02.19.03/05.05.03 under the provision of Andrei Codrescu
Tracey <tr_poette@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 01:13:40 (EDT)
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ted b <coastfilm@aol.com>
USA - Monday, May 26, 2003 at 05:04:38 (EDT)
Check out Cymbeline website at www.3cdf.com/www.moonlark.org cut and paste in entire url to see site. If you are an actor in the play, and want to add some bio to your pic on the cast page, email it to me asap. If you have a better pic, email it to me. If you see any typos, lemme know. Ray, get me your director's bio asap. And to all my peeps. love ya. mean it. theo
ted baldwin <coastfilm@aol.com>
br, la good ol' u s of a - Monday, May 26, 2003 at 05:02:39 (EDT)
Cool design!
dawn <dawn@dawn827.webtimetools.com>
spokane, wa USA - Sunday, May 25, 2003 at 11:55:50 (EDT)
Could someone tell me when Becki and Lee Ann's readings are at Albasha's?
Susan
USA - Sunday, May 25, 2003 at 06:46:13 (EDT)
Sorry about the slam scores! I'll find out what's up and update the page accordingly. So far, it stands as: May 14, not sure who won; May 21, benefit reading for the nationals team, so there were no winners...actually, you could say *everyone* was a winner. Thanks for the info, RC. I'll talk to Ray tongiht or tomorrow and get the lowdown.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 at 10:14:00 (EDT)
This past week was the benefit for the Slam team and there were no scores. As I understand it, the week before had a light turn out and only one poet to qualify. I THINK Ray said this upcoming week would be the final open reading to qualify for the Grand Slam? Maybe he'll chime in and confirm that. Sorry to hear about your mom's foot Cosmos, hope to see you soon.
WOOF!!!!
USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 at 08:59:17 (EDT)
I keep checkin for the slam scores but they are not there??? They stop at May 3, 2003. Two weeks missing. WHY?
me
USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 at 06:52:03 (EDT)
HAY! i wasn't at the wednesday slam, my mum broke her foot, so i stayed home to help out. AND i'm not really sure if i'll be there wednesday either! But how can i get a CD? I'll try and come on the first open after this grand slam! love and peace!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, May 22, 2003 at 18:16:34 (EDT)
Hi, just wanted to tell you guys about my web-site and the release of the second edition of "the world through ebony eyes of pearl". i'm doing a mini tour of southern califoria and the bay area to promote my web site, cd's, and book. i love you guys. sorry i haven't been able to connect with you all earlier. pieces of blue love ---mocha---
shenece scott <mochablueblaze@hotmail.com>
shreveport, la USA - Thursday, May 22, 2003 at 00:55:06 (EDT)
I am excited to hear about the CD. I can't wait to get one, so put me down for an order. I'll be in town in early June. Have a great performance and a great time tonight. Wish I could see it. I'm going to OKC tonight to catch the open mic at Galileo's, but I'll be with y'all in spirit. Peace, poets.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, May 21, 2003 at 17:46:34 (EDT)
I want a cd but I will not be able to attend the slam tomorrow night. Can I leave a check or money in an envelope with the owner of the Newsbee since she is right around the corner from my job? Good luck tomorrow night with the benefit!
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
Boring Rouge, USA - Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at 17:51:32 (EDT)
What's happenin', yall! I just wanted to remind everybody about the benefit reading taking place at the Newz Bee this coming Wednesday. Each slam team member is going to record three pieces for the CD and I'll be recording one. I'm not sure which ones the team members will be doing but I have decided to record "Free Soul" since I neglected to put it on my own CD. We will be allowing customers to fill out order forms and pay in advance so a copy can be mailed to them if they wish. This will be the first time the B.R. Slam Team has recorded an official team CD. I predict it will be a valuable collector's item in the future. Don't miss the opportunity to say you were there the night Mona, Kate, Donny, and Dorian shook up the world! This benefit is to raise money for the team to travel to Chicago and represent Baton Rouge on the national performance poetry stage. It is a very expensive trip so anything that you can give in the form of money or services will be greatly appreciated. I'll see all of you Wednesday!!!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, May 19, 2003 at 18:06:34 (EDT)
This is super! Much faster loading. I periodically go through the pages and re-discover things that are important to me.
patty <patty@patty361.cinephiles.net>
vancouver, wa USA - Monday, May 19, 2003 at 00:49:22 (EDT)
Hey, y'all, it's awfully quiet on this guestbook. For those of you who haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend going out to Ethel on the 30th or 31st to catch Cymbaline. I saw the play when I was in town last weekend, and the cast and crew did a great job. It was great seeing all the progress that has been made on the construction of the theater.Watching Shakespeare outdoors just feels...authentic. So get out to Ethel and catch the show.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Dallas (temp), TX USA - Friday, May 16, 2003 at 12:19:03 (EDT)
Thought i'd drag my butt up in here. Schools been a killer but it's all good. When school is over i'll be back to the slams! Late congrads to teh Poetry TeaM!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Sunday, May 11, 2003 at 13:10:09 (EDT)
Attention: the slam team benefit date has been changed to the following Wednesday, May 21, 2003. Please make note of it. Peace & light. D. Brasco
donney
USA - Friday, May 09, 2003 at 12:26:54 (EDT)
What's up y'all? Just gotta let everybody know about a new blazin' hip-hop artist -Promise D'Apostle- www.mp3.com/promise_d_apostle -OR- www.dfsrecords.com He begins his North American tour May 20/03!!!!! Also, he will be performing and presenting at the vibes awards May 24/03!!! His multi-award winning album "The Promise That Heaven Kept" is available now! God Bless!!
drewdiddy
USA - Friday, May 09, 2003 at 03:18:28 (EDT)
The 2003 National Slam Team will be holding our first benefit event this upcoming Wednesday, May 14, 2003 @ Newzbee. Start time: 7:30pm, in addition to the slam, we will be doing a live CD recording. Your attendance is most highly requested. Peace out folk, Donney Brasco
donney b
baton r, USA - Thursday, May 08, 2003 at 14:11:07 (EDT)
Xero, my man, what's happening? Things are okie-dokie out in Okie, but actually I'm in town this week, so I plan on coming out to the opening of Cymbaline. I got stuck at the office last night and couldn't make the slam, dammit, but I'm definitely going to head to Ethel for opening night. Thanks for the info on Becky's reading, I'll try to get some details from her so we can put an announcement. To all the actors in Cymbaline, I say with enthusiasm and sincerity....BREAK A LEG!! I am looking forward to seeing the play tomorrow night. Peace to all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK Oklahoma - Thursday, May 08, 2003 at 12:28:32 (EDT)
Hey, Mike how ya doin' out there and when are you moving back down here? There's a cool reading at Albasha's Greek Restaurant (on Bluebonnet) on the last Friday of every month. It's run by Becky and Les Anne and the food is almost as good as the poetry. I think it starts at 7 pm, but you might want to get in touch with Becky to get better details. On a side note, there was a reading of poetry within the various arts featured at this year's Fest-For-All. I was one of the poets asked to read and the event was splendid! I wish more of our poetry community had known about it, but on the other hand, I think we exposed a lot of strangers to the special poetry scene that has been under their noses (or up their noses) for so long. The slam was really dope tonight and I look forward to seeing more of you next week. As I've said before, our weekly slam is about much more than nationals, so yall come on back out to support what you love! Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, May 07, 2003 at 22:56:09 (EDT)
i don reach
guy <guy@guyman.com>
USA - Wednesday, May 07, 2003 at 11:33:54 (EDT)
Hey, Shakespeare's "Cymbeline" opens this weekend at the MoonLark Theatre in Ethel. Friday and Sat. @ 6:30 pm and a matinee Sat. @ 3 pm. Tickets are $10. See Ray or Xero for tickets Weds. night or call 634-7611.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, May 07, 2003 at 08:39:16 (EDT)
Well Well Well, those of you that made the slam team i hope you are all prepared.
They poet of the gods
USA - Tuesday, May 06, 2003 at 12:03:44 (EDT)
Xero, the Eclectic Truth stuff is gone. I hope y'all start up the reading again, soon. Let me know when you want to put another announcement up. That goes for everyone - if you have a community event (poetry reading, play, nude Twister game) you want to promote, we'll be happy to put something up on the Moonlark site. Just shoot me an email - Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Tuesday, May 06, 2003 at 10:12:07 (EDT)
Hey, Mike would you please remove the information about the Eclectic Truth open mic at Club Culture. We are no longer doing that reading and are presently looking for a venue that is going to give the poetry the opportunity to reap the profits that it generates. It won't be long. (I hope) Peace, yall! P.S. Hey, prissy chick, what are you wearing right now?
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, May 05, 2003 at 22:04:15 (EDT)
My apologies to all for not attending the slam last Wednesday. I had to study my lines for Shakespeare's Cymbeline which we will be performing out at the Moonlark theater in Ethel this Friday and Saturday.I had a ton of lines to memorize and scenes to workshop. I heard the slam was great as usual and that we have a few new poets to welcome into the fold who are quite superb. I'll definitely be there next Wednesday, hopefully with a new poem. If not, I'll be forced to do one my endless monolouges from the play.(Paramedics will be on hand to revive the audience afterwards) Peace, poets!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, May 02, 2003 at 13:06:46 (EDT)
Yo, YAC it's ya boy D. Brasc', in 22 more days they won't know what hit em, i know who you be based on the email address you left, but we'll keep ya ID on the tuck like shirts and pants, holla atcha man. GhostWritah
slim poet
brc, la USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 14:41:30 (EDT)
22 days, eh? Your patience and stamina are breathtaking!
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 12:34:24 (EDT)
I'm coming. 22 more days;
YAC <www.whoodoo@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 at 12:29:43 (EDT)
I do walk among "gentle" men and gentlemen. Xero, you made me smile at what you wrote. I could literally hear the sound of your soft gentle voice build to a roaring crescendo about Prissy Chick. I am still smiling. Ray, first of all, I really enjoyed "Sienna" and didn't have a chance to tell you; you have been moving too fast for me to catch up with you. And just a thought about all of this hoo ha, as Alan Benett, the English writer says in his character Veronica, "I saw somebody peeing in Jermyn Street the other day. I thought, is this the end of civilization as we know it? Or is it simply somebody peeing in Jermyn Street?" Depends upon how you look at it, eh? Hope to see yall Wednesday.
Susan <SavantLouisiane@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 23:51:19 (EDT)
Hello all. I just want to say congratulations to the 2003 Baton Rouge National Slam Team! You guys are amazing! I am so proud to coach this team and so proud to exist in this poetic brotherhood of BR. Many poeple do not understand the philosophy of taking the poetry more seriously than the slam. I'll attempt to explain. We don't come to the slam every week for nationals. We come every week because we get to hear great poetry from some great people. It really is about the poetry and NOT the points to those of us wise enough to know. I don't obsess over my performances for rankings. I strive to be the greatest spoken word artist I can be because I GET OFF on my struggle to become great. Although I've been LUCKY enough to rank high in the past, I know that the rankings will be what they will be, regardless of my actions. The decision I made was based on the fact that I want to know that what I accomplished is earned and not given to me because of popularity. This desicion WAS selfish because I am the one who has to live with it and maintain my own sense of fair play. I am touched by all the kind and not so kind words that have been posted on this site, but I am no prophet nor am I capable of casting spells. I'm just a guy who performs poetry and wants to treat his fellow poets like he prefers them to treat him. I can't wait until next Wednesday when we again can get back to slamming for the sake of poetry and in the tradition friendly competition. And lastly, Prissy Chick, whatever I have possibly done in the past, please know that it was not meant to offend you or hurt your feelings. Also please understand that whatever I do in the future that offends you or hurts your feelings is DEFINITELY intentional and sincerely from the bottom of my heart. May your bitter little world crumble around you until an excruciating demise. And then, sweetheart, may maggots eat out your asshole and tap dance on your eyelids. Much love from the evil Poetry Alliance dictator you so badly want me to be. Peace, poets and patrons! I'll holla at yall Wednesday!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, LA USA - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 14:32:33 (EDT)
I've been trying to figure out why this whole thing happened and I think I got it; I dropped the time thing because I counld't be sure there wasn't an error and I didn't want to disqualify someone on a technical rule that arose because I didn't have the insurance of two stopwatches (you can rest assured I've learned this lesson, but back to the point); Xero did not make the team this year, period. Xero has been on three National Slam teams that I have coached, we have done better at Nationals every year, Xero understands the close knit kinship of a national team and how to foster and maintain it; I think Xero needs to participate in the National Slam Championship from the perspective of a team coach; but he is always gonna be on the team, except-dunh dunh dunh--this year. I have asked xero to coach the team this year; with some strong persuasion, and much encouragement and insistence that he was ready, he accepted. I will be involved in the logistics and fundraising for the team but Chancilier Skidmore is the coach of the 2003 National Slam Team from Louisiana this year and I personally believe that this could well be THE year for us with the poets we have going. You guys have all amazed me with your work, improvement, and dedication to poetry as a forum for public civil debate and communication among each other. I am very proud of all of you and I think this FIVE person team is the best it can be. You WILL represent us well! peace/love,
Ray
Ethel, USA - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 12:41:29 (EDT)
congrats to the 2003-04 B.R. slam team , Ithink every poet proved them selves wed. nite. I had offered to judge but am really glad ray already had the judges when i got there . wouldn't have wanted to try to score the words that were spoken wed . to all the poets keep it up it's been fun this year getting to meet and listen to some of the finest slam poets @ people this state has to offer. thanks to the news bee 4 a great place to slam .and last and probably least thank u Trey 4 turning me on to the slam . from somewher in the galaxy PEACE happiness love . Bob
YODA <inter galactic council>
USA - Saturday, April 26, 2003 at 00:05:20 (EDT)
Excuse the second to last line of my comment, I meant to say "Everyone isn't doing this, but to those who are...."
donney rose
bound to chi-town, USA - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 13:23:39 (EDT)
After all the comments that have been made regarding Wednesday's slams and everyone (me included) praising Xero for his humble actions, I'm getting this underlying vibe that some people feel that the slam team this year is doomed to be subpar as opposed to last year. Let's acknowledge a few thing first 1) this team could have GREATLY BENEFITED from having Xero on it, but he chose not to accept it so for all y'all belly-aching over his decision, GET A LIFE AND GET OVER IT! He's happy with his decision, as well as you should be happy for him. 2) Everyone on this year's team excluding myself have been to Nationals and have all done EXCEPTIONALLY WELL in the rankings.... have a little more confidence, I mean you're only sending one woman who was once ranked 1st in the country through semifinals, another who was apart of a winning team in Denver, and another who exploded on the scene last year and was in the upper half percentile of the poets competing... and then there's me, I may not have experience like the others, but I plan on doing my best to hold it down for BR. What I'm saying is, Baton Rouge is sending a CREDIBLE and CAPABLE team of top-notch performance poets, we all would like to have Xero, hell I'd give him my place if he wanted, but the fact is he's not going, and it's really discouraging that many of you are spending more time whining, bitching, and belly-aching about that as opposed to sending words of confidence to the people who are on the team. Everyone is doing this, but to those who are you know who I'm talking about. We have a task at hand that will get done the best way possible, and to whomever continues with a negative opinion about what should've been and who should've gone do me a favor: next year try out yourself and see if you can contribute to the team's success if you're not prepared to do that, SHUT UP! No more comments about this, peace to all y'all and show your team some love. D. Brasco
donney rose
said it meant it, USA - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 13:20:33 (EDT)
Whoa!!! Looks like if I wanna kiss Xero's butt or call Ray a weenie, I'm gonna have to stand in line. So, while I'm waiting, I'd like to say Big Kudos's to Team Red Stick, ya'll are GREAT! I'd also like to say, Thank You to everyone(yes especially you Ray) for once again affording us an opportunity for cheap group therapy over the past year. Some of us really need it and as long as we have each other, there are no losers. LET THE HEALING BEGIN!!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 10:06:55 (EDT)
I just wanted to add that I thoroughly enjoyed the slam last night. It was quite interesting - controversial at times - but overall I felt that everyone put forth their best. Those that are now part of the 2003 team (Mona, Kate, Dorian and Buttnaked on my couch! (*wink)AKA DonnieB -will represent BR best. For Xero, I'm sure I speak for several people (not all I'm sure) but what you did took alot of humility. Not many can say that they would have turned down an opportunity to shine - but I'm sure you know that you are a 'star' in your own right. Let's all try and show our support to all involved and not belittle or downplay the next person. Much love....
Dragonflysummer <dragonflysummer9@aol.com>
BR, LA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 23:52:21 (EDT)
First of all, I would like to thank all of those how came out and support everyone taking part in the slam. I've read all of the comments made about last nights slam, and i feel that some where not called for. However, that is only my opinion. The competition last night was very "interesting", and I think that everyone did a great job last night. To Pimp, you are my boy and it was amazing being on the time last year, but you know what you have going for you so it's all good. Xero, you did a wonderful job last night I am proud of you for just being you. To my teammates: Mona, Kate, and Donnie....it's on.....I was blessed to be on the team last year and this year....and I hope that represent BR well.....Peace
Dorian <blunted_on_reality@hotmail.com>
dirtysouth, USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 22:27:51 (EDT)
Clarify this for me please. Is this SLAM TEAM representing Louisiana? How can someone that has been recognized nationally on Def Jam including out of staters that meandered into the town, down river poets, up river poets, wannabees, couldabees, whineybees, and who has been ranked in the top ten NATIONALLY not be chosen over an incorrectly Mickey Mouse timing situation sanctioned by the "coach" of what is THE most important night for the slam community? This will definitely be a BLACK EYE nationally and will fester resentment (whether they are willing to admit it or not) among us. It has nothing to do with someone being "Prince or King of the hill"...it has to do with someone that has dedicated part of his time and part of his life to this community and has been ranked nationally and on television too representing us. The whispering, the backbiting is heard. But when they write on the Guestbook it is all praise and support. Who are we kidding? This is pissy. Not Prissy Chicky, but plain pissy. Whether Xero bowed out or not, right or wrong, this was pitiful and could have been prevented if it had been set up in a more professional arena with guidelines throughout the year. Even though you will say, "Hey, it is for fun. blah blah"...Hell no, it ain't! This is serious business.
Bound by the Fluff of Flexico
USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 19:44:52 (EDT)
alright its like this yeah i have my opinions about last night but every one does. now about xero not goin the man did what he thought was best so congrats to the ones who made the team.oh and sorry bout last night pimp.
Trey
USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 17:22:50 (EDT)
Last night was my first time to attend and I Loved it. All the new people I had met there were very nice and had a really cool vibe of unity and support to them. I see now that it was so supportive because Prissy Chick did not attend. Sure it was controversial night, but everyone came together in the end. In my humble, non-expert, virgin opinion Xero had the best words and delivery of any of the poets there, hands down. And that is saying ALOT because I didn't know Baton Rouge had so many talented people in its midst. And the "level playing field" that is spoken about relates to time rules as well as the clothing optional rules. Crazy rocked the house so much that it would have been silly to dq him. The question is "Do you want to build a team based on the best? or based on technicalities?" Sure you could say...."At nationals...blah..blah..blah" But as far as I could tell last night I was not in Chicago... Xero, again in my most humble,newbie opinion, is a selfless prophet. A Prophet because he had the wisdom to see the oncoming chatter of "talking heads", and selfless because he sacrificed himself to try to stop it. So tell me again Prissy Chick, why are you so angry? Or are you just one of those types of females?
LedDown <leddown@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 15:50:57 (EDT)
First of all Congratulations to the 2003 Baton Rouge National Poetry Slam Team Mona,Kate,Dorian,and Donnie you were fantastic and deserve to represent Baton Rouge in Chicago good luck.Also I now have the upmost respect for Xero Skidmore your selfless act last night emcompasses all National Benefits you have reap over the pass 3 years,You are truly one of a kind.I have been slamming for 2 years straight;thus experiencing the high's and low's of poetry slams.I have made mistakes,and really got "Chewed Out"because of them by the poetic community of the Red Stick Poetry Slam.Even when I went to the 2002 National Poetry Slam in Minnesota talented poets have slandered my name privatly and openly and I was contemplating on not slamming in the finals to prove to all my critcs that I do not take poetry slams serious.No one should take Slams serious.With understanding Ray, you made a mistake last night "SO WHAT"confusion is nothing to fear,and to them who hide behind strange names and point fingers as to who did what wrong take a look at your own history in whatever dreamed you persued and see were you stand.I refuse by any means to let anyone slannder a host who has labered countless hours of love by a decision he made at one slam.That is more selfish than some of you think the decision Xero made last night.I also want to show madd love for the Pozass poets of New Orleans who traveled 80+miles to support there cross-state comrads peace and love.I think as a poet I've made incredible strides in my attitude concerning slam poetry considering the way things went down I was very much in striking distence in making the team after the first round.At last years nationals Marc"So What"Smith the originator of the poetry slam to me,"Do not take slams serious"have fun your words could change someones life,and that's the attitude I took in this year's finals.So I commend all who came out last night it was standing room only,it is you who make the slam a success do not stop we have such a loving community and I'am thankful for all of yall support.peace and love
Liberty,"The Crazy Shaman" <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 15:33:25 (EDT)
To all those inquiring about who actually made the Baton Rouge Slam Team they are the following: Mona Webb, Kate Makkai, Dorian Hebert, and Donnie Brasco. And to Prissy Chick, I am wandering if you have some sort of resentment towards Xero because your comments were rather abrasive when speaking about him, also I find it interesting that you named yourself after Donnie's poem, especially when upon hearing it seems as if he is talking bad about those type of females. Please don't be so judgemental towards this situation, though it may be time for new poets to "shine their light" we must respect the brilliance and artistic integrity of those such as Xero who paved the way for some of his younger poetic constituents
The Informant
grand central station, uknwn USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 14:23:23 (EDT)
It was wrong to attemp to conduct a GRAND slam without the proper tools need to do an effective job. One time keeper instead of two with a wrist watch instead of a stop watch was a fiasco waiting to happen. Further it was wrong to publically exhibit a lac of support of the ability and competence of the persons elected to do the very important jobs of timing and scoring the slam. The tasks themselves are difficult enough with the (expected)abuses of the audience members without additional seeming dissatisfaction from the host. It was wrong to throw out the times. That did not serve to "level the playing field" it rather tilted it in the favor or the favorite considering the fact that he (Xero) was the only poet in the first AND second round to receive a time penalty. As far as all the wrongs go, righting them is simply a matter of learning from them and not having them be repeated in future slams. As a poet, and faithful supporter of the slam and last year's phenomenal slam team, in my observations biases exist in the slam competitions (everywhere). Unfortunately, they in mass amount, reared their ugly heads last night. I personally feel there should be no BIG I's and little u's. Xero epitomized that ideal in the decision (love it or hate it) he made. His talent, and especially after last night, his integrity speaks volumes and no time penalty can tarnish that. I commend him and congratulate the 2003 slam team and all the "ultimate" poets who performed last night.
Slam veteran
USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 13:49:11 (EDT)
First and foremost I must thank Donnie, I came up with my name upon hearing your poem. Love your work! And now to address the issue at hand... My guess is that "actually attended" has never missed a slam and called upon a friend to clue him/her in on the nights events. I'm sure if it had he/she would be a little less judging of my "second hand" but reliable information. I have a life outside of the world of slam poetry, and thus chose to spend the evening elsewhere. My comments were strong, but none the less true. One thing you did make clear was everyone IS entitiled to their own opinion, but you know much like a-holes everyones got one. This just happens to be mine...The competion rules are a work in progress, then that just goes to prove that rules were definately meant to be broken. With rules being broken that means that they could have been broken when Xero asked to have TAjh(sorry if I misspelled)added to the sign up list after 7:30. That was a human error correct? I believe you "actually attended" are incorrect after 2 rounds Xero was not ranked #1 - he was faced with a time penalty imposed upon both poems. Had he been ranked #1 nothing would have been said. His spell would not be broken and new and up coming talents would remain in his shadows... I think not! Now is time! Arise young poets, step into the light
Prissy Chick
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 13:34:50 (EDT)
Prissy chick has some strong comments for someone who did not even attend the slam and got the information second hand. As for your comments about the powers that be becoming "known fools", you are entitled to your opinion however close minded it might be. The competition, rules, etc. are a work in progress and the "powers that be" are human. The kinks with timekeeping situation is a learning experience. And the lesson is that there should always be two timekeepers and a real stopwatch. Nobody ever said that the process is perfect.I am not sure about the whole "ultimate poet" thing, but if we are speaking in terms of facts,after two rounds of intense competition,Xero was ranked in 1st place. I guess this just goes to show that even when you do what you think is the right thing, someone is always going to have something negative to say. All of the poets gave top notch performances. Congratulations to the slam team.
Actually attended the slam
Oz, USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 12:21:44 (EDT)
what can i say about last night except that it was probably the most controversial slam i ever been in or been to in my life. For 3 years i have tried to make the prestigous BR team, and now i am a member by way of default. Dawn(D'Virtuous) had no other choice but to refuse the offer, because she values the well-being of her sons over going to Chicago for a week, which is the selfless act of a loving, caring, mother.... thank you for the opportunity to represent BR in your place. And Xero just took one more step toward poetic immortality by making a decision that may not have been loved by his legion of supporters, but was done in the best interest and dignity of the slam... your spirit will be with us in Chi-town, we all know you made this team HANDS DOWN. To all who may have adverse or negative opinions about the slam or its participants, please take everything for what it's worth, and understand these poets and MOST IMPORTANTLY your host/coach/slam coordinator,Ray does his damndest to make sure the slam stay successful and he only wants the best for this BR slam team. So now that the smoke has cleared, all we can do is begin preparation to represent this city to the utmost of my ability. But before I end this, hats off the REAL Baton Rouge Slam Team, XERO, KATE MAKKAI, MONA WEBB, DORIAN HEBERT, and alternate DAWN "D'VIRTOUS" COLLINS. peace I'm out, Donney Brasco-2K3 BR slam team
donney brasco
USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 12:14:24 (EDT)
I sure hate I missed the slam last night. My understanding is that the powers that be opened up their mouth's and became known fools. Xero is not the ultimate poet. He's been humbled in the recent weeks, and now its time for the rest of the PA to recognize that whatever reign/power he had over them - the spell is now broken. Come forth young poets into the new day that arises...
Prissy Chick
Br, LA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 11:24:56 (EDT)
Last night was my first time attending a poetry slam, but it's not my last. I really enjoyed the poets, it was a great experience ! the people there are really cool and laid back....Love the atmosphere ! Mad respect for the decision that was made last night !
Terol Brown <Brownte@ag.state.la.us>
Baton Rouge , LA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 11:10:25 (EDT)
I'll post the scores as soon as I hear from Ray. I've been emailed an "unofficial" list of the team, but before I put it up on the web site I want to make sure I have the right team. Ray will be out of school mid-afternoon today, and I'll talk to him then. Sounds like another crazy, exciting slam, though.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 09:45:26 (EDT)
What was the decision that was made by Ray and Xero? Someone fill us in, please. And who is on the national slam team? Why isn't it posted? What went down? Dammmit!
William Guest
USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 09:28:36 (EDT)
So, for the regulars that did not get to go last night because they had to work...what in the HELL HAPPENED????
Julia
USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 09:09:53 (EDT)
I think tonights slam was great. Xero, i think you should have accepted the "title" you worked for it. You talked about being selfish. Sorry to say, but what you did was selfish, the BR team needed you and to me you let them down. but still have mad respect!!! to all the other poets good luck at nationals
Tree Branch
USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 01:15:33 (EDT)
Let me start off by saying CONGRATULATIONS to the 2003 slam team. The slam tonight was phenomenal and I was spellbound. After much contemplation I realized that my respect for both Ray and Xero have multiplied exponentially. Both of you made extremely difficult decisions tonight. Xero, what I did not say to you (because I was attempting to be persuasive) is that in life sometimes we have to make the tough decisions and stand up vehemently for what believe is right. It took balls to do what you did. Ray, it also took guts for you to stand in front of the crowd and ask if there was any opposition because by doing so you created a democracy rather than a dictatorship. I feel that you did the right thing. Congratulations to everyone who had the talent and the heart to compete tonight. Baton Rouge will be well representated at Nationals because in reality when you are dealing with the best of the best, it is not possible to go wrong. Again congratulations to the 2003 Slam Team!
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 00:41:07 (EDT)
Xero, I just want to say that I have madd love and respect for you. ---SMILE--- Love, Peace, and Soul.
The Lovely Lady D Virtuous <dawndcollins@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, la USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 00:27:27 (EDT)
Ray, Do you already have the goats for tomorrow night's slam? I would like to be the opening goat. Thanks. Good luck to all of the extraordinary poets that will be competing tomorrow. Poetry
Poetry <tmb128@bellsouth.net>
Poetryville, La USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 19:21:35 (EDT)
Greetings fellow poets and patrons!The slam last week was really cool but I noticed something that has become an annual phenomenon at team tryouts. I noticed that the tensions run so high that the poets forget to have a good time, and that anxiety bleeds over into the mood of the audience. I also fear that some poets are subconsciously worried that their own applause will influence the judges into giving the "competition" a higher score. Their fears may actually have some validity but we must not allow those fears to distort the atmosphere of FRIENDLY competition that we've enjoyed all these years. Personally, I think I screwed myself by qualifying with an unpopular political and highly abstract piece, yet I still plan to cheer on all of the competitors and congratulate whatever supreme team that the judges choose. I hope many of the rest of you do the same. Let's all enjoy ourselves tomorrow night! If I should happen to step outside to get in a last minute practice run, please don't take it personally. You are all well worth my undivided attention. Peace, poets and patrons!
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 18:42:30 (EDT)
Thanks Donney. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed the last one! Next time, I hope that I can stay until the end.
Susan
USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 07:10:38 (EDT)
Dear Susan, the next SOUL FUSION date probably won't be until the month of June as we plan to take May off to restructure certain things. To everyone out there competing in Wednesday night's grand slam for nationals: GOOD LUCK! I think we're gonna send another team of champions.
donney brasc'
USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 at 11:18:55 (EDT)
When is the next date for Soul Fusion? Sorry I missed the last one, Donnie, but had a dinner date with friends and it ended pretty late. I really enjoyed last months and wanted to attend the other night, but got way layed in the process. See you soon. Susan
Susan
USA - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 20:30:00 (EDT)
Hey Mona!!!! WHERE YOU AT WOMAN???!!! E-mail a sista when you get the chance!! I tried to e-mail you several times, but I guess you have a new e-mail address. We're gonna be out your way soon, so Holla Back woman Blues~ (scorpioblues@hotmail.com)
Scorpio Blues <scorpioblues@hotmail.com>
Oakland, CA USA - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 17:40:44 (EDT)
Thank you for producing such a down to earth site. As a writer I can tell you are a skilled communicator, and that you have firm pecs and a nicely rounded bottom. Thanks again.
Communication Skills
Davenport, New York US - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 16:01:33 (EDT)
Sounds like the slams are rocking along. Interesting discussion of the judging process, too. In case anyone's interested, I put a link on the main page to an internet streaming poetry reading this Saturday at 6:30 local time. It's to honor poet Kenneth Koch, who died in 2002 of leukemia. Koch was a major figure in the New York School of poets. Many poets from across the nation will be reading and the whole thing is streamed live from several universities around the country including our own LSU. Check out the link if you're interested.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 17:38:09 (EDT)
Hey! Nice site. If you are ever in Las Vegas let's play golf. lonniejames@hotmail.com.
Las Vegas, Nevada US - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 16:58:33 (EDT)
I want to thank Xero,R.C.,Ray,and Donnie Brasco for your assesmemnt on the "Paid Ticket"Situration your words were spoken like a true artist.Good luck to all the poets tonight at the NEWZ BEE I'm quite sure it will be one dynamic night of spoken word so come one come all to the newz bee tonite and witness the finest poets in South Louisiana go head to head for the final four spots for the 2003 Baton rouge National Poetry Slam Team.Peace.
Liberty,"The Crazy Shaman" <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
USA - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 at 17:53:14 (EDT)
Hey, "Paid Ticket", I would just like to add to the profound wisdom of Ray, Donnie, and R.C. Being a co-host of the slam I just want to say that I KNOW that Ray Sibley does a fantastic job of hosting our little event. I've learned more from him on the art of hosting than anyone else. The judges are to be picked randomly and keep in mind that all the host has to choose from are the few patrons who showed up to catch the beginning of the show. (many audience members don't get there until after the first poet has read!) Now, out of a room full of poetry fans the host must first rule out friends and family of the competing poets as best he can, then he can only ask the few who are left if they want to judge. Many say they may not stay for the entire event, which automatically rules them out. Others are simply intimidated by the task or uninterested in participating. If the host doesn't promptly pick all of his jugdes, the few willing ones may get tired of waiting for the show to start and leave! Now, I will admit that there are probably a lot of things that all us poets can do to about the low audience turnout, but if I invite my family or friends to the slam they still can't judge because I'm competing and all of Ray's friends are the poets, their families, and their friends! This my friend is the odd and fascinating nature of the slam. It's sad that you didn't "get it", but not everyone does. Please don't weep for us poor mistreated poets. We know what we're doing and we love every unpredictable and weird aspect of it. We're happy with our host, the judges who suck, and whichever group represents us in Chicago. So I must say again, please, DO NOT WEEP FOR THE POETS!!! They weep for you.
xero <bootstrang@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 at 22:46:13 (EDT)
Yo "paid ticket", is there someone in the group of four winners who you think should not have won? I would be happy to let you judge in the next round if you have the courage to tell us who you are and sit there with the cards in your hand next Wedsnesday. People who complain about the judging often do so because they think their opinions count more than others. I agree those high schoolers opinions were different than my own but they listened and got to weigh their opinions, but most often their scores were kicked to the curb. I thought the other four judges did quite well. One of the goals of slam is to allow for a wider audience, beyond what has traditionally been held as an "elite" or "sophisticated" group. To come once and judge the entire experience as flawed, makes me think you might have a pretty high opinion of your own opinion. lighten up peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 at 08:24:59 (EDT)
Hey guys sory i havnt been there lately school and life period is keepin me busy. Between tryin to find a summer job and and gettin ready for finals im swamped , but ill try to be there one week. peace love and the persuit to write poetry. IM OUT.
Trey
USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 at 08:04:39 (EDT)
Great site and great information. Everything is working since I visit your site sometimes.
discus fish
USA - Sunday, April 13, 2003 at 04:55:36 (EDT)
WAH! seems i been missing some good stuff. But school and work been crazy! BUT i plan to be there Wednesday WITH a new poem. So see whoever there....YEAH!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 19:10:42 (EDT)
I thank R.C. Sanders and DBrasco for their comments on my statement. I guess the bottom line of my thinking is that the judges should be more qualified. I understand that they are chosen at random, but Wednesday night was ridiculous from the standpoint that any ten year old can walk in and judge something of such importance as represention of the Slam Team. I understand that anyone can walk off the street and take all of the marbles, but I didn't understand what seemed to be a lackadaisical attitude by the host or whomever chose the "wet behind the ears" judges. If the "Coach Ray" person was in attendance, I feel he should have commented on this from the standpoint of wanting to have the best judging possible under the circumstances or unless he was there and gave this charade his blessing. Sorry if that offends anyone, but I will not be joining you again. I was there on the pretense to enjoy the slam, to see what it was all about and to write an article. It is of no interest to my venue any longer. Thank you for your time.
Paid Ticket
USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 at 06:03:58 (EDT)
R.C made some very good points in addressing the matter regarding the judging for the slams. At the end of last night I felt that I did deserve a higher score, but the fact that I didn't get one is basically the BEAUTY of the slam. Around this time of year the slam becomes a "bloodsport" and in choosing a poem you can't think of doing a piece that will garner you nothing short of a 30. It can be argued that maybe the high school kids shouldn't be judging, but more importantly myself, Xero, and all other "favorites" who have yet to qualify must and will put into perspective that if we don't deliver our BEST pieces at top notch performance, we won't make it. It's as simple as that, this may be the 1st year that I've tried out for nationals and not even make it to the grand slam, but I guess we'll find out next week, but at any rate whoever does make finals and make the team will definitely once again represent Baton Rouge in the best way possible. Slams are a gamble, you pay the price when you jump in the competition, sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, sometimes you get fucked, but the point is if you want to play the game you must accept all the rules that come along with it, and I can DEFINITELY second the motion that the team IS NOT pre-picked, if that was the case then a certain no.#4 ranked poet would have already qualified, it's just real in the battlefield, and I have accepted that and am prepared to give it one last opportunity next week. Donney Brasco
DBrasco
br, la USA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 15:51:56 (EDT)
Dear Paid Ticket, in some respects yes, your assessment of scoring is correct. There are some of us familiar faces that, by virtue of having been around for a while occasionally garner higher scores than warranted. It’s important to understand though, this is not just some local click phenomenon, but indicative of Slam on a nation wide basis. Just as in life, politics do factor in and there will always be scoring anomalies as a result of it. If I had my druthers, my own score and Brasco’s from last night would have been reversed. He had a really tight poem, a damn solid performance and in my opinion, deserved better scores than mine, “HE WAS ROBBED”! With that said, I still honestly believe that Slam is a truly level playing field. It’s not uncommon for one of the unheralded regulars or a total unknown to walk in off the street, turn the room on its ear and take home all the marbles. Lets face it slam is a very fickle beast. As to your concern that the game has already been played and decided, I can assure you that this is not the case. While certainly there are house favorites and Ray has surely fantasized of a dream team in his mind (which would be nothing other than normal human behavior for a coach of any kind) there are no guarantees for anyone. With continued regular attendance, you might be surprised as to how often the so-called big dogs and perceived pets receive their fair share of that ugly end of the stick. I’d like to think that your experience last evening has not tainted you to the point that you would stop supporting and participating in the show. As was evident last night, low attendance is often a problem and this directly affects the potential pool of judges. If you’d like to see more objective judging, please continue to support the show and by all means, BRING YOUR FRIENDS! I know that Ray and all of the regular poets would greatly appreciate not only a larger audience, but as well the opportunity for a more diverse and qualified judging panel. Sincerely, R. C. Sanders
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 14:13:20 (EDT)
After observing the first two weeks of the most important slam events of April; the qualifying for the national team, I am astounded that something as important and serious to the slam as the national team would be judged on a whim by high school children that have never been to, or know how important, the judging of this event is to each individual. It literally disappointed me and made me very observant of how this is being handled. Or is it because the slam team is handpicked beforehand and therefore, this is a moot point? Politics or Polidicks taking charge of what seemed bias. I wonder.
First Row, Second Seat, Paid Ticket
USA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 09:03:25 (EDT)
Hey, Liberty, thanks for the correction! I've updated the web page accordingly. BEST OF LUCK to all of you poets competing tonight for the 2nd round of the Nat'l Slam Team tryouts.
The Mikester <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, April 09, 2003 at 16:08:17 (EDT)
Enjoyed your site very much! Thank you! Keep up a great work!
sybil <sybil@sybil667.campbellsville.net>
alton, il USA - Wednesday, April 09, 2003 at 08:52:40 (EDT)
Hey! Mike nice seeing Ya at the slam,Mona Webb finsished 2nd in the first open and I finished 3rd.peace
Liberty,"The Crazy Shaman" <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
USA - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 16:08:46 (EDT)
I like it
Alan
USA - Monday, April 07, 2003 at 23:36:05 (EDT)
whats up poets hey Ray i got a favor to ask of you. for english we are doing a career report and i need to find someone as a mentor. i chose writing for my career and i dont have to follow my mentor to work or n e thing just a few pix and a sign in sheet i was wondering if you would be so kind as to help me out if u could i would appriciate it very much.
Trey
USA - Monday, April 07, 2003 at 11:28:54 (EDT)
It was a joy to hang out with everyone Wednesday night and see the first round of the Nat'l Slam tryouts. Based on Wednesday's stellar performances, Baton Rouge is going to have an amazing team this year. CrayZman, it was a pleasure meeting you and seeing you perform. My best to all. p.s. to "Guestbook person 2" who wants more pictures - There are a few new pics of the theater here, and I'll be putting some up of the slam tryouts as soon as I get them developed (digital camera's in the shop).
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, April 07, 2003 at 10:26:31 (EDT)
I always look for new photographs...??? But, none...did the photographer take a hiatus?
Guestbook person 2
USA - Monday, April 07, 2003 at 07:19:02 (EDT)
Hey everyone, Wuts up. I'm just dropping y'all a line from NYC. I came up here for my B-day yesterday. I am 24 now. I will be back in BR for the slam on the 16th. To Trey, yes I am a substitute teacher, but hopefully I will be a full-time Algebra I teacher next school year. I am working on that right now. For those of you that don't know me, birth name is Chibale (chuh- BAH- lee) or Mr. Bandele (ban- DEH- lee) to the kids. Holla atcha boy, Crazyman
Cra Z man <baleband@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Sunday, April 06, 2003 at 14:19:23 (EDT)
Hey Xero, I purchased Pryor's autobiography several years ago. It's pretty intense, as is Pryor. I can loan it to u if you'd like to read it. Peaches and Lub...
Jackie Brown
USA - Friday, April 04, 2003 at 17:16:11 (EST)
Ted's Website is www.ted baldwin.com
Libertysmooth <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Friday, April 04, 2003 at 11:11:44 (EST)
The untold casualties of war #1: An entire generation of children that will never see the ocean or have a sand box in their back yard. Think about it. The soldiers return home from war and little Johnny asks "Daddy, can we go to the beach?". "BEACH, ARRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGG!!!!!!" "SON IF EVER MENTION SAND IN MY PRESENCE AGAIN, I WILL BEAT YOU UNMERCIFULLY!!!!! DO YOU UNDERSTAND ME??????????????" (others to follow)
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, April 04, 2003 at 10:28:06 (EST)
so give us "ted's website", whomever "ted" is
guestbook person
USA - Thursday, April 03, 2003 at 22:16:44 (EST)
Me, on the other hand understands there is no competition,no pressure, and no losers.Anyone who graces the microphone with words from their soul,is a winner.Ted I visited your website and I tell ya,"that is one of the coolest web sites I have ever seen,"the graphics are awesome A+ professional"also,Ted thanks for the insight I plan on incorporating your feedback into my performances not only to better myself as a poet, but as an individual as well.Peace!
Liberty,"The Crazy Shaman" <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Thursday, April 03, 2003 at 17:56:48 (EST)
What's up everybody! I hope you're all getting ready for auditions. Competition is going to be stiffer than the naked poet at a petting zoo! Rehearsals for Cymbeline have been simply awesome! We'll be putting the show on in May so don't forget to come out and support. Oh, anyone interested in workshopping their pieces can come to my house. I'll be conducting performance and writing workshops every Sunday at 1:00 pm. We watch slam tapes, read and discuss published work, and we also constructively critique each other's poems/performances. Call me for directions at (225) 344-3593. Lastly, the readings at Club Culture have been packed for about the last month. Come soon, we don't know how much longer we can keep this up!!!! Bye, yall.
xero <bootstrang@aol>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Monday, March 31, 2003 at 21:39:52 (EST)
Now let me get this straight: The best rapper is white. The best golfer is black. France contends that America is arrogant and Germany doesn’t want to go to war. Have I fallen out of the wrong side of bed into some kind of weird parallel universe here or what?
WOOF!!!!
USA - Sunday, March 30, 2003 at 19:08:47 (EST)
so was up peeps
peepers
USA - Saturday, March 29, 2003 at 20:20:31 (EST)
short 1 for whomever::: These voices in my head, I can't seem to shake them. They aren't allways there just when i'm awake or asleep. or should i say trying to sleep . half the time i can't understand what there saying , the other half i really don't want to know. They tell me to do things i know are wrong they tell me to say things i know will hurt. they tell me to write things no one will understand .I try to fight the voices but they allways return , Out of the night out of the dark, Out of the pain . they allways return.
YODA
USA - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 22:18:56 (EST)
Great Slam last night; Dorian tore the house down with two perfect 30's, Derrick Winn from Glen Oaks High finished second, and Donnie Brasco and Cra-Z-Man tied for third. Don't miss the next four Slams that will determine the Louisiana national Slam team that will go to Chicago in August. This will start next Wednesday at 7pm at the Newz Bee.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, March 27, 2003 at 08:23:33 (EST)
Well, I hope the Mad Katt and Ru are okay...sounds like they are, though. What's up folks? I hope the Grand Slam rocked tonight. I will be there with you next Wednesday for the 1st slam...very much looking forward to seeing all of you. Hey, I'm going to be in NOLA this weekend...does PoZazz still do a reading at the True Brew on Friday? Any other cool poetry stuff in the Big Easy? From the dusty, dry west, I remain your faithful Cajun-at-Large...
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, March 27, 2003 at 00:59:04 (EST)
Ray,I was riding on the bus down College Drive and I saw RU,The MADD Cat,and his wife in a car wheck.From the looks of it it was a minor bumper wheck at a red light involving like four cars but I think there allright,and Cosmos said he won't be able to make the slam tonight he gota work and he got sinus problems.
Liberty
Baton Rouge, La USA - Wednesday, March 26, 2003 at 12:16:58 (EST)
hey everybody, sorry i've been missing the slams, i've been feeling so uninspired lately.....no money + no poems = absence.....on a positive note, i got a job!!!!! but it's at night, so now that i have money i still cant come to the slams......but i miss yall......especially ray.....hopefully i can request a wed off in the near future (still in training now......literally......the trainer is rambling about digital phones, and i'm surfing the net)gotta go, damn, she saw me.
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
baton rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 at 21:31:02 (EST)
Hey Cosmos I wear size 11 boots and I totally need some new ones. Trey--I knew a one armed guy who tried to throw a cat out a car window--not a good idea--cats don't like it. Read Flannery O'Conners short story about the "Misfit" if you need more information about the dangers of mistreating cats in cars.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, March 24, 2003 at 08:27:25 (EST)
HAY RAY! what size boots do you wear? We were going through stuff here and my grandma found a pair of cowboy boots in awsome shape and ask if i knew anyone who wore them and all i could think of was you! see you Wednesday!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 20:42:40 (EST)
Question of the day: "How literal is the name of the town of Intercourse, PA?"
Trey
USA - Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 11:16:09 (EST)
Okay, I got one for you, did Adam and Eve have belly buttons?
For Trey
USA - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 22:17:46 (EST)
Question of the day: " If you are driving down the street and you throw a cat out of the car window does it become kittie litter?"
Trey
USA - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 11:59:20 (EST)
1 is on each train...
liberty
USA - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 12:30:02 (EST)
Question of the day:( This is mainly for all u scince and math buffs) " If a train is traveling at 25 mph and another train is traveling at 25 mph, How many people are on each train?"
Trey
USA - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 11:27:10 (EST)
traveling thru time, and just passed the sign that says "LAST FREE EXIT", and now, oh shit, we're stuck on history's turnpike, and we're gonna have a hell of a toll to pay.
mike
stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 23:57:06 (EST)
We are all traveling time...
Liberty
USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 14:36:04 (EST)
question of the day. " if time travel is possible should we do it, or have we done it already and just dont know it yet?"
trey
USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 10:49:22 (EST)
Yes ladies and gentlemen, the 2003 Southern Fried Regional Poetry Slam is just around the corner and the web site, www.neworleansblack.com/events/southernfried.htm is now up. The site currently offers general info on registration, venues and dates including contact info to answer your questions. More info will surely be added as the show approaches. The Southern Fried Kickoff will be held at the Hard Rock Café this year(way cool) and the list of venues finds us at many of our regular haunts. As always, familiarity with the venue helps. There is also a Yahoo site for those who would like to chat http://groups.yahoo.com/group/southernfriedslam, it's free but you will have to sign up for Yahoo. Ray has already indicated that for the first time ever, Baton Rouge will be sending a team this year. The prospect of team Red Stick having the opportunity to compete in this tune up event as a prelude to National Competition is certainly a plus. FYI:Unfortunately, this will likely hurt our chances for inclusion of local Indie competitors. With the show being so close this year, surely we'll have a large contingent of poets looking to compete. Traditionally, priority has been given to Indie applicants from cities in the south who are not represented by a team (Mike Melancon, Jeremy Garland and The Dog have competed over the past few years as a result of this format). However, criterion for registration and who is accepted is at the discretion of the host city and I honestly could not comment on how this will be handled. I will say that knowing the people in N. O., I'm sure it will be approached in as objective and fair a manner as possible(hey, after all they are poets!). Still many of us second string players (those not on the team) will surely have to sit this one out. With that said, THE DOG WILL BE THERE REGARDLESS of acceptance as a competitor or not. The enjoyment of poetry, the company of poets and the opportunity to visit and mingle with the friends I've made over the past few years will make the trip well worth the time and effort. Not to mention, ample opportunities for open mic appearances during the various readings as well as what I'm sure will be plenty of volunteer openings for bout managers, score keepers, time keepers etc.. I'd like to think that our extended poetry family will adopt the same philosophy and commit their time AND their hearts to be in New Orleans, support our team and ... Have a Great Time! Let the games begin!!!!!!
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 15:07:44 (EST)
Questions i ask myself: 1. will every one i ever dated spontaneuosly combust? 2. Will i be lucky enough to watch? 3. Can i charge admission?
trey
USA - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 12:20:11 (EST)
Donney, thanks for the info. I've updated the site. Please let me know if there are any other things that need to be changed.
MIke <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 00:38:43 (EST)
Mike, the reading @ the Velvet Room is now extinct. The only reading the PA has is at Club Culture. donney
dr
USA - Sunday, March 16, 2003 at 18:14:47 (EST)
Trey, I don't know that they have a specific venue yet. I'm on the mailing list, so as soon as I hear something, I'll post it. I know the NO folks are going to be putting up a website for it very soon. RC (aka Junk Bard Dog) is in tight with the Southern Fried Regional folks, so he's a good source of info, too. Peace!
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Sunday, March 16, 2003 at 12:44:52 (EST)
ok mike ill lay off by the way were are the regionals gonna be held this year i know in new orleans but have they decided on a specific place yet
Trey
USA - Saturday, March 15, 2003 at 11:21:15 (EST)
yo triple x ever hear the saying only two kinds of people hide behind a mask superheros and cowards and you aint got super powers so which are you.
tuns-o-fun
USA - Friday, March 14, 2003 at 20:01:22 (EST)
If you kids are going to flame each other, at least try to make the flames witty and/or amusing. This is a poetry/performance/arts-based guestbook, after all. See the previous guestbook entries if you need inspiration. But on a serious note, try to keep the personal attacks to a minimum. As we draw closer to the Southern Fried Regional slam in New Orleans, and the National Slam in Chicago, more people from all over the country will be viewing this website (I hope). So keep the pissing matches to yourselves. Or learn to use the IRC, ICQ, or any of the instant messaging networks, so you can flame each other in real-time. My best to all of you.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, March 14, 2003 at 13:18:25 (EST)
"Who is crazy man?" you said twice, and then said, "... are you stupid?" Only stupid people do not share their knowledge. So who is stupid? You are, you little fat twit!
XXX
USA - Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 22:33:11 (EST)
Hey, y'all. Ray sent me some digital pics of the ongoing theater construction, and I've put them on the web page. Go back out to the home page and scroll down to the picture of the property. If you move your mouse over the image, you'll see a comparison of 2001 and 2003. Click on the image to get to the theater pics. Folks, I've watched this theater being built since it was nothing but a pile of blackberry bushes in Ethel. The progress that's been made is phenomenal.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 10:05:05 (EST)
Anybody who wasn't there missed an awesome slam last night; there was some amazing performances and a lot of suprise poets who we haven't seen in a while.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 08:37:16 (EST)
sorry i couldnt be there what was the suprise feature you were talkin about ray?
Trey
USA - Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 08:03:54 (EST)
Slam tonight at 7pm at The Newz Bee on 3rd street. Tonight is the 2nd open slam. Ray is hosting and we have a surprise feature. Don't miss it. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 09:30:59 (EST)
who is crazy man!!! who is crazy man!!! who ever you are didnt your mom ever tell you not to ask stupid questions.
Trey
USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 08:04:12 (EST)
who is crazy man, trey?
???
USA - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 07:34:41 (EST)
nice page
susi
USA - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 04:53:05 (EST)
ok do my eyes decieve me or was crazy man a substitute teacher at belaire today. i never would have thought he would be subing english 4. i must have been high. some one let me know.
Trey
USA - Monday, March 10, 2003 at 19:43:39 (EST)
HEY!!!! You don't think I know a dis when I see one? Tell Black Falcon that's his ass! Mainly because he's the only one of y'all I remember(but then you've already alluded to that didn't you?)
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Monday, March 10, 2003 at 17:51:29 (EST)
hey y'all, greetings from the bluegrass state. Are you going to be joining us in the Big Easy this year for Southern Fried? If so, we'll bring an extra bottle of bourbon... or two, if Junk Bard Dog is going to show up again. By the way, MONA! WE MISS YOU!!! COME UP AND FEATURE FOR US! That isn't a plea, it is a demand. love, Chris (and Dave, and Nick, and little David, and Hunter, and all the Lexington Slam Poets).
chris robbins <lexslamman@yahoo.com>
lexington, ky USA - Monday, March 10, 2003 at 11:42:04 (EST)
i love you mike
cc
USA - Saturday, March 08, 2003 at 18:33:12 (EST)
cc, I agree completely, and as the person who put the announcement on the web page, I do apologize...however, I put all of the information that I knew. Folks, in the future, when putting announcements on the guestbook, please remember to put all the contact information you can - location, time, address, short directions on how to get there, a phone number, etc.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Saturday, March 08, 2003 at 18:27:35 (EST)
where is occulus...you give half information statements...like whoever is reading already knows what the hell ya talking about...
cc
USA - Saturday, March 08, 2003 at 06:13:12 (EST)
you people r damn skippy that was a great slam. i cant believe i didnt place with a 29 flat thats unusual. well ill try next time. ttyl people.
Trey
baton rouge, LA USA - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 12:03:51 (EST)
Great Slam last night; Ted Baldwin finished 1st, the Junk Bard Dog was second, Cosmos did 3rd, and Chris Champagne was fourth. For those of you who couldn't make it, you missed one of the best open slams in a while. Don't worry though you will get another chance to hear them in the grand slam in three weeks. Tomorrow night at the OCCULUS GALLERY @ 6pm be sure to come see the opening of Right Quick's preview of their upcoming documentary film on the young poets of Baton Rouge. peace/love, Ray
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 08:06:53 (EST)
WHERE ARE YOU GUY DE MAUPAUSSANT ????
MRS. GD
USA - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 18:15:25 (EST)
Oh, heavens, who let the Dog have access to a computer on Mardi Gras? Well folks, Cindy and I celebrated Fat Tuesday by snarfing down king cake my loving sister Fed-Ex'd up here. Hope all of you half-naked drunkards down in the Bayou State had a good Mardi Gras. In international news, the Pope has asked all good people to fast tomorrow for peace, which shouldn't be too hard for those of you who will be too hungover to eat. Happy Ash Wednesday, the temp here in OK is plunging to 15 tonight...sigh...
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 00:06:51 (EST)
Yes your honor, I am aware of how inappropriate it was to expose myself and solicit parade throws from the funeral procession that passed my shop but, in my defense, that motor cycle cop in the yellow rain slicker really did look like a giant urinal mint and my attorney is going to claim entrapment by virtue of his giving me the five bucks to do him in the first pace. You see it’s all the boss’ fault anyway. If he’d have given me the day off like a good employer, I could have gone to New Orleans and we could have averted this whole ugly scene.///////// I hope your Mardi Gras was better than mine, piece, out!!!!!!!!!!!!
WOOF!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 16:22:56 (EST)
BALIF, BALIF, QUICK, HELP!!!!! Bullwinkle just goosed Natasha and Borris has Rocky by the gonads. Minnie’s still lifting her skirt and come to find out, Mickey aint what we thought he was either? The Fruit Of The Loom underware guys are running around checking everyone’s labels and now I’ve got grape juice stains on my drawers. PLEASE, GET ME OUTTA HERE!!!!!!!
WOOF!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 16:07:47 (EST)
Okay, so were stopping AGAIN! What now? Hey, cut that out! Quit beating that homeless man with your baton! I know he looks like a vagrant but he’s not, that’s the Naked Poet! And I suggest you leave those beads on that sheep alone, that’s not some cheap parade throw, but a real, live, honest to goodness pearl necklace. I’m beginning to wonder if we’ll ever get to booking?
WOOF!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 15:35:36 (EST)
WAIT, WAIT, BACK UP! We just passed Miss Shelley's apartment. Maybe if we asked nice, she might let me go there? I doubt she has a unrinal cake though!
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 14:18:04 (EST)
Ahem, Ahem, psst, psst, hey officer, I gotta pee again. Can you pull over or is it legal to do it in the back seat here? It sure does smell like it is!
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 14:13:51 (EST)
mm-hmm...and yet again i am reaffirmed in my resistance to leaving my apartment...
shelley
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 13:57:46 (EST)
FOR THE THIRD TIME NO! I DON’T WANNA SEE WHERE THEY MOVED YOUR CHEESE! STOP THAT, CUT IT OUT, GET BACK ON YOUR SIDE! ARRRRRRRRGG, ARRRRRRRRRRGGGGG, HELLLLLP, OCIFER! MINNIE KEEPS RAISING HERE SKIRT AND SHE’S GOT A… HE’S GOT A… IT’S A… AND IT’S … (well at least that explains why Mickey speaks in falsetto!)
WOOF!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 13:13:34 (EST)
Hey, I thought this was a non-stop to the House of the Rising Sun, why are we stopping here? Oh, I see, you just wanted to stop off and give Minnie Mouse a full cavity search huh? Yeah, well you shouldn’t have left me in here alone with your laptop. What’s this, “CopSex.com” listed in your favorites? Whoooooo!!! I had no idea you could use a radar gun to do that? And I’m the sick-o huh? Uh-oh, here he comes, and he’s bringing Minnie with him. Guess I don’t have the back seat to myself any more?
WOOF!!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 11:49:01 (EST)
THROW ME SOMETHING MISTER!!! SHOW ME SOMETHING MISSY!!! WHAT?… COME AGAIN OFFICER?… Now let me get this straight. While it’s against the law to urinate on the street, it’s not illegal to pee on this pervert here. However, since he paid me five bucks to do it, that’s considered prostitution and now your hauling me in? Doesn’t the fact that he’s dressed like a urinal cake count for ANYTHING? OK UNCLE, UNCLE, UNCLE , I GIVE UP!… Hey, can you pull over to that kiosk so I use my five dollars to get a fresh beer for the ride? NO? %@*&%^$)@!~!%^%$@&^*???
WOOF!!!!
USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 11:23:21 (EST)
errr, could we be productive in this world to make it worse? May be...should we think about this as a whole community or just be thankful that WE can think about not thinking about being productive or thinking we can be productive without any production of good or bad...or maybe we can just not think of producing...or maybe (fill in the blank)
Never mind
USA - Sunday, March 02, 2003 at 16:28:58 (EST)
Hello everyone--I agree with Donnie; this year's team competition ( and the next) will be intense. The team competition will happen in April. This first of the three opens will go down on Weds., April 2nd and the finals will be on Weds., April 23rd. I can't wait to get it on. You won't want to miss this round of slams for any reason.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Friday, February 28, 2003 at 08:19:18 (EST)
Kiddo, "mistakes are not born"...they are aborted! So, be thankful that you are here and become something valuable to this world...you probably are thinking that the pregnancy was a mistake...aren't we all...no one at any time can say, there i am preggers...so, deal with it...we are mistakes only if we don't become productive in this world to make it better.
XXX
USA - Friday, February 28, 2003 at 06:22:19 (EST)
last night's slam was cool, although I was anticipating all of the winners of the opens to be there, it still was a nice night of poetic competition. The young poets (under 18) are phenomenal, and as I told Ray, if the nationals allowed poets under 18 to compete, the face of the Baton Rouge team could very well be a lot different than what would be expected. So for all us grown-ass poets, we definitely need to be on our toes at the slams in the future, cuz these kids are making a little more than lunch money at the end of each month. peace & respect, dbrasco
db
USA - Thursday, February 27, 2003 at 12:31:04 (EST)
Judging from the field of this month's winners, tonight's slam should be pretty damn intense, I will be in the house to see who comes out on top, speaking of intense, some people have been inquiring to me as to when will tryouts for nationals begin. I told them that I guess it will start in April, but if that's incorrect, someone let me know so I can inform those who asked me about it. Well good luck to the grand slam participants, because it's sure as hell gonna be difficult to predict a winner. dbrasco
Donney Brasco
batonrouge, la USA - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 at 11:33:57 (EST)
Hey Ray, I have new material and reading withdrawal...May I "goat" the second half of the slam tonight? Peaches and Lub...!
Jackie Brown
USA - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 at 10:25:13 (EST)
Johnnie Richey--See Ray, the guy with the cowboy hat, I will be glad to give you any info you need and hook you up with many people for you to interview about the slam. I will be hosting tonight.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 at 08:14:49 (EST)
Hi guys, I'm a broadcast journalism student from LSU, and I'm assigned with creating a newspackage for the LSU station Tiger TV. I'm interested in doing it on Slam Poetry in Baton Rouge. I know it's a short notice, but would I have a good chance in speaking and/or interviewing anyone who knows a good bit about it and who'll be at the Newz Bee tomorrow night. I've been trying to get in touch with anyone over there just to get their permission, but haven't had any luck yet. Any feedback would really really be appreciated. Thanks so much!
Johnnie Richey <wlvj@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 at 18:25:54 (EST)
i think not a mistake boy! i think a blessing for having known you!
***
USA - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 at 09:23:51 (EST)
ahh yes i turned 17 yesterday. 17 years ago a mistake was brought upon this planet its name was trey
tery
USA - Monday, February 24, 2003 at 12:09:01 (EST)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEARRRR TREYYYY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU...AND MANY MOREEEEEEEEE.
THAT SINGING POET
USA - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 22:54:58 (EST)
Oh... Happy Birthday Trey, how old are you?
Jon
USA - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 21:32:03 (EST)
this one teaches that one lives with his mother. and that one is supported by a red faced alcoholic father with the brains of a gnat. this one takes speed and has been supported by the same woman for 14 years. that one writes a novel every ten days but at least he pays his own rent. this one goes from place to place sleeping on couches, drinking and making his spiel this one prints his own books on a duplicating machine that one lives in an abandoned shower room in a Hollywood hotel. this one seems to know how to get grant after grant, his life is a filling-out of forms. this one is simply rich and lives in the best places while knocking on the best doors, that one had breakfast with William Carlos Williams. and this one teaches. and that one teaches. and this one puts out textbooks on how to do it and speaks in a cruel and dominating voice. they are everywhere. everybody is a writer. and almost every writer is a poet. poets poets poets poets poets poets poets poets poets poets poets poets the next time the phone rings it will be a poet. the next person at the door will be a poet. this one teaches and that one lives with his mother and that one is writing the story of Ezra Pound. oh, brothers, we are the sickest and the lowest of the breed. -Charles Bukowski This is one of my new favorite poems. Jon
Tido <heavenover20@yahoo.com>
BR, LA USA - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 21:30:37 (EST)
well then happy birthday Trey. And to all you peeps, not to sure about this wednesday sense it's a grand Slam, Think i'll at some more time to work on the surprise poem i have and i WILL be at the First open Slam because i miss all of you. peace till then
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 21:15:43 (EST)
today is my birthday
Trey
baton rouge, USA - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 16:49:50 (EST)
Great Website. I'm a big poetry fan. The slams are great and give alot of people a chance to show off their skills.
Jori Hawkins <hawkins20@www.support.cox.net>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 22:20:17 (EST)
Sincere - look 2 posts down from what you just posted. Donney Brassco posted information about the open mic at Club Culture this VERY SATURDAY!!! So hop on out there and kick it with some folks that really know how to throw down verse. Club Culture is on Oklahoma Street off Nicholson, between downtown and LSU. Kind of behind that hotel (what is not, a Mariott?)
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 18:33:08 (EST)
Can someone be so kind as to telling me the "who, what, when, and where" I can find some open mic nights around Baton Rouge. I know about Wednesday's at M's and Thursday's at Spanish Moon but I was wondering if there were more somewhere by someone(s). For too long I have had this painful itch . . . It needs to be scratched . . .
Sincere <bjohn11@lsu.edu>
Baton Rouge/New Orleans, LA USA - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 17:26:27 (EST)
Don't worry, son. I'm sure he's up in heaven right now laughing it up with all the other celebrities: John Dilinger, Ty Cobb, Joseph Stalin. (Homer Simpson, on death of cat)
Simpsons Quotes <tom@hotmail.com>
USA - Friday, February 21, 2003 at 15:24:02 (EST)
Peace poets, To view photos from the Valentine's poetry reading @ Churchill's go to www.bahamlabs.com and go under new photo project: Valentine's spoken word event. It was truly a great event. Don't forget about Club Culture this and every Saturday from 9pm-12am. Keep the slam going strong, I'll see y'all soon. D.Brasco
donney brasco <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
tha raggedy, la USA - Thursday, February 20, 2003 at 22:31:47 (EST)
Hey, all. I want to say I am sorry I've done such a lousy job lately of keeping the poetry slam scores up to date. My only excuse is that I've been really busy. Thanks to RC getting me all of the data tonight, though, we are now caught up. You can see the slam scores from Jan 2002 to the present here . Also, for you folks who are relatively new to the slam, or to Moonlark, you can get some cool old-school info, like scores from '97, pictures from the old slams at M's Cafe, etc. on the Moonlark Sampler. Check it out. My best to all.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 23:57:24 (EST)
Please put my name on the list (#5). Will be running late...Susan...Thanks.
Susan
USA - Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 13:00:41 (EST)
Hey---Third Open Slam tonight; last chance to qualify for this Grand Slam. It's all happenin' at The Newz Bee @ 7pm, third St between Florida and Laurel. The book closes at 7:30, so poets, get there before then.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 08:27:34 (EST)
Hay peeps, Just letting ya'll know i'm still live (sorry ;) for those that were hopeing) School works been cutting into my writing time so i have no new stuff. I'll try and make next week....is it an open slam, i lost count. Well, i'll let ya'll in on this now, i have an idea for a poem that i will be reading, it's a secret poem so shhh. And RC missed you pal. later
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 11:43:12 (EST)
hey does n e one feel like takin a road trip this summer well in june cuz i need to get to cali well want to and im not go 30 hours alone and dont have the money to fly
Trey
baton rouge , LA USA - Monday, February 17, 2003 at 11:55:17 (EST)
oh oh oh, and another thing, I have them cannibas things over my doorways of my building and the wind is alway whippin up on them and making a terrible sound...some tenants can't sleep at all with those striped cannibas blowing in da wind...oh, you didn't mean doorway covers?...never mind...
Roseanna Anna Danna
USA - Friday, February 14, 2003 at 17:23:17 (EST)
Was this some message about how you feel you are growing, Tido, or how you want to get a message across to someone else that thinks you are not growing? How tall are you anyway and do you need to grow? That should be the question. I think about 8 feet should be enough, unless your shoulders can't fit through da door. Maybe, 5' 8" is a good thing to grow too...oh oh oh, you meant mentally...never mind...
Roseanna Anna Danna
USA - Friday, February 14, 2003 at 17:20:41 (EST)
Okay, shouldn't it be Uncle Tito??? Isn't Tido kinda like Fido...arf arf. Glad whomever you are you have found some kinda light...seemed to be some kinda inside info to someone...don't smoke it sweetie, stroke it!
The other side of the coin
USA - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 22:15:43 (EST)
I once saw Xero post his ideas of how to become a better poet. I have felt myself growing recently into a better poet, and no I don't care if you agree. What I feel has helped me discover my own message to bring is first stop doing the drugs man. Then again I've thought up some cool shit on cannabis, but thinking and writing are like law and justice, or perhaps the other way around. Anyway the second thing is letting go not feeling embarrassed to express things that have happened to me in the past. For me to do this, I Must be honest. Otherwise I'm not writing for me, and that never helps anyone. So in brief: write, express, be honest. This is what helps me...Jon
Tido <heavenover20@yahoo.com>
BR, LA USA - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 16:45:40 (EST)
So, I grant forgiveness, but what right is that of mine; none to my knowledge. I find that we should look inward to find exactly what we are looking inside to find...nothing.
Puzzle of the DAY
USA - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 23:15:05 (EST)
hey, we've gotta do somthin for my friends in cali. my girl jeanette,her mom wont let her go to the slams there because she says the people who go to the slams are all into drugs and stuff... and picture this her mom is a poet.
Trey
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 12:14:04 (EST)
Sure is quiet here...It was great to see all of you last week at the Slam. What a treat to see all of the old-school poets like Roger, Xero, and Mona, and all of the talented new faces. Yoda, keep it up man. That was a great first reading. Looking forward to seeing more. Peace to all.
Mikester <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 10:39:51 (EST)
really enjoying the news bee . laid back kinda place .anybody got any beanbag chairs tucked away they would be great to use at the bee. had a good time wed. 4 my 1st read . untill next time . may the swarts be with u .
yoda
USA - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 00:31:14 (EST)
I was wondering if any of the poets would be up for a charity concert, Jamnesty Amnesty International's annual concert to help raise money for local refugees and our non-profit organization. It would be at Icabod's May 1st. of course it a charitable but I would like to have some artists perform in between band sets. Lemme know if any are interested #769.2784
Erin <erolfs1@lsu.edu>
br, la USA - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 20:08:29 (EST)
this is a great website cooli love connor chad and vinnie lisi
Heather Preston <Lilangel1808527@yahoo.com>
jackson, NJ USA - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 14:24:52 (EST)
Main Entry: ar·ro·gant Etymology: Middle English, from Latin arrogant-, arrogans, present participle of arrogare Date: 14th century 1 : exaggerating or disposed to exaggerate one's own worth or importance in an overbearing manner 2 : proceeding from or characterized by arrogance synonym see PROUD
Word of the Month
USA - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 22:51:41 (EST)
What is man that you should fear his contempt or insults? Today he seems so strong and powerful, and tomorrow he will be laid in his coffin. Human words and even injuries spoken are not as terrible as they seem. The harsh critics and the persecutor hurt themselves far more than their victims. Do not seek revenge. Leave them to me, without wishing them harm. (--from the book, Following Jesus In Daily Life) So who here professes to be Christlike and reads the Good Book, but fails to walk the way?
Thought for the Month
USA - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 21:46:19 (EST)
Main Entry: pre·ten·tious Etymology: French prétentieux, from prétention pretension, from Medieval Latin praetention-, praetentio, from Latin praetendere Date: 1837 1 : characterized by pretension: as a : making usually unjustified or excessive claims (as of value or standing) b : expressive of affected, unwarranted, or exaggerated importance, worth, or stature
Word of the Day
USA - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 21:00:32 (EST)
Awesome slam last night. Where is Becky Larkin? Congratulations Kate Makkai, Aimee Foster, Roger Kees, Raphael, and Ru.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 08:35:42 (EST)
this world has long enough these restraints,these restraints are begining to weaken be afraid for the insanity will soon be free
trey aka the galactic pimp <raven70812@yahoo.com>
colony 69, twisted universe - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 08:05:26 (EST)
I usually walk against the light...somehow that is a more radical thing to do...remember he was of no fault.
XXX
USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 14:55:07 (EST)
Or do we have to go up to Scenic Hwy.?
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 12:19:00 (EST)
If we don't have any love of our own to bring, can we buy some there on Third Street?
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 12:09:31 (EST)
Ray, i loved Newz Bees! Sorry peeps i wont be making the first slam, but i'll try and make the second one. I need to crack down and do some studying, wish everyone good fortunes and have a good slam.
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer RIm of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 10:51:19 (EST)
Like the little sign says, "WALK WITH LIGHT." Try that a while brethren. The 1st open slam is tonight at 7 in our new venue, The Newz Bee, between Florida Blvd and Laurel St., three doors down from Mortorano's. Everyone seems to really like the place and the people who run the place are way cool and love the slam. Put a poem in your pocket and come on down. Bring a chair if you have one; we have gotten some more donated but a lot of people brought their own comfortable-lookin' fold up chairs and spread out. The place has lots of room. Byob and your own dinner if you want to; the lady who runs the place is totally ok with it. But mainly, bring some love.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 08:40:39 (EST)
Fingers of mud, Mustache of Venus--Touch the Piano: A Laughing Child, A Chattering Squirrel, The Hurt Feeling, The Huge Rat, The Braying Donkey, The Cool Breeze, A Buttered Scone, A Dead Phone, A White Woman Poet--Stealing Dragons from Confidants.
XXX <XXX>
USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 07:04:13 (EST)
Hands Of Clay, Mask Of God--Encounter the Drums: A Roaring Lion, A Squeaking Sparrow, The Tiny Mice, The Screaming Monkey, The Tiptoe Of Shadows, The Ravaged Rat, A Torn Piece Of Bread, A Dead Jukebox, A Brown Woman Poet--Smoke Flying From Her Mouth Like Breath From A Lioness.
Carlo Marx
New York, USA - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 02:37:57 (EST)
whadda i miss wednesday? where was the slam held? eberyting was dark i tell ya, dark dark dark at that moto's place
XXX
USA - Monday, February 03, 2003 at 19:45:53 (EST)
thanks a million, mike, on the amiri baraka info. "such is life: bullshit never ceases." and you can quote me on that. ha. smile and god bless.
The Lovely Lady D Virtuous <dawndcollins@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, February 03, 2003 at 05:43:49 (EST)
When you talk to someone Trey, lookem in the eye instead of looking down and mumbling.
XXX
USA - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 19:39:18 (EST)
aahhh yes i am back and if trey thinks sanity is a sin then im the almighty god him self oh and sorry i missed the slam this week my space ship is in the shop but i will be back
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 12:13:43 (EST)
Remember my fellow poets SANITY IS A SIN
Trey
nowhere, LA USA - Thursday, January 30, 2003 at 11:45:50 (EST)
Sorry....actually, it is 'Wisdom is only found in truth.'
Larry 'The Prodigal SUN' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 20:02:32 (EST)
Peace, just wanted to check in with the masses and see what are some plans for the coming weeks. I will be making a visit 2/14 through 17 and would love to be inspired....let me know what is happening........'Truth is only found in wisdom.' -LJK
Larry 'The Prodigal SUN' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 20:00:59 (EST)
Shelley, enjoyed the talk...News Bee...7 PM...try!
U No WHoo
USA - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 08:32:51 (EST)
Hey, y'all. Hope you have a great slam tomorrow night. A couple of cool things - 1) while y'all are at the slam, I'm going to be enjoying the music of a former M's Cafe performer...Myshkin's Ruby Warblers are playing RIGHT HERE IN STILLWATER!!! Holy shit!!!! I'm totally jazzed about seeing her again. 2) I will be in Baton Rouge next week, and will very much look forward to seeing the slam, and swinging out to Ethel and checking out all the work Ray and John, and others have been doing to the theater. Y'all break a leg tomorrow, and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 22:52:17 (EST)
I hope the grand slam is going to be a hot one tomorrow, I will try my damndest to be there. Good luck competitors. Also, our (Simple But Dope Productions) annual Valentine's day reading will be held the night before Thurs. Feb.13,2003 @Churchill's Premium Cigars & Elixirs, 7949 Jefferson Hwy. IT WILL BE THE PLACE TO BE!!!! Peace 2 everyone, hope 2 see y'all tomorrow night. d. brasco
d. brasco <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
brc, la USA - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 14:20:57 (EST)
thanks for the info hippie . i hope i can make it soon. have fun peace love and poetry man :)
trey
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 12:09:06 (EST)
The Grand Slam will be held this Wednesday at the usual time at NEWZBEEZ (Sp?) magazine store three doors down from Mortorano's on third st. We are gonna give this place a shot because the lady that owns it really wants us there and she seems cool and willing to do whatever she has to to make us comfortable and welcome. Right now she has a shortage of seating so bring a chair with you or something to sit on if you have a problem sittin on the carpet. We are working on catering and alcohol but lets see how it goes this Weds. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, January 27, 2003 at 08:41:40 (EST)
thats fine as long as i can set in sorry i havnt been there in a while hopefully ill be back soon.
trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Sunday, January 26, 2003 at 11:22:08 (EST)
yes i'm a mel brooks fan . one of the greatest comics to ever grace the silver screen . glad to have the g.b. back up and running . a roll in the hay to all of you. oh by the way where is the slam this week ? incase we get to make it .
YODA
USA - Sunday, January 26, 2003 at 00:16:57 (EST)
Heard the slam was going to be held on the 29th at the News Bee on 3rd Street, three doors on the right down from Mortrano's? Is that correct?
Your Name Here
USA - Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 06:25:56 (EST)
Hey, all. Interesting story on NPR this morning. As some of you may remember, Amiri Baraka, the poet laureate of New Jersey pissed some people off by reading 'Somebody Blew Up America' at a poetry conference in NJ. Many believe the poem is anti-Semitic. (Read it yourself and see what you think.). Unfortunately now the NJ Legislature is involved and, in a typically heavy-handed idiotic politician way, they are going to completely DO AWAY with the position of poet laureate. The bill is here. No matter how you feel about Baraka's poem, I think it's ridiculous to abolish the post of poet laureate. I mean...I think George W. Bush is a dangerous idiot, but I'm not saying we should do away with the position of President. I got fired up and sent emails to several of the NJ legislators. You can see the email I sent, and some of the legislator's email addresses on my web site here. NPR asked Amiri Baraka about all this, and he said "It's interesting that people are okay with Tony Soprano [mobster from HBO's Sopranos]representing New Jersey, but *poetry* they're afraid of." Indeed. Hope y'all had a great slam last night. I'm freezing my ass off out here.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, January 23, 2003 at 12:36:10 (EST)
Mike, let me see! let me see!
XXX
USA - Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 22:58:11 (EST)
"Excuse me while I whip this out..."
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 16:52:49 (EST)
My God can do anything your god can do and kick butt too!
XXX
USA - Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 16:37:33 (EST)
"can your god do that?"
shelley
USA - Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 14:03:44 (EST)
So Yoda is a Mel Brooks fan, yes! One of my all time favorite of stand up philosophers.
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 09:18:31 (EST)
Pack the Salami tonight!
XXX
USA - Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 07:02:35 (EST)
just trying to see if the guest book will except entries . it hasn't for about a week . may the schwartz be with you!!!!
yoda
USA - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 19:41:32 (EST)
Thanks Donney, I plan to attend Soul Fusion on Wednesday. F.Y.I. my e-mail address is armresipsa@aol.com or the one at work is McCordA@ag.state.la.us
Alyson McCord <armresipsa@aol.com>
B.R., LA USA - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 10:28:40 (EST)
Thanks DB. Looking forward to seeing all yall again.
JB
USA - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 14:03:25 (EST)
Jackie, this is Donney, SOUL FUSION is going down this Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2003 @ Mickey's Cafe (across from Richoux's) I sent an email to your address coffi33, but I don't know if you got it. Also if you are anyone else has an email address on Alyson McCord tell her about it also. That's THIS WEDNESDAY @ 9:30pm. Peace out world.
donney brasco
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 13:52:25 (EST)
Michele - Ray is currently in the planning stage for doing Shakespeare's Cymbaline. I believe he told me it will be running in the early spring. Shoot him an email and he'll tell you all about it. Thanks for asking.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stilwater, ok USA - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 09:40:34 (EST)
Can anyone tell me if soul fusion is happening on wednesday? I don't receive emails about events anymore and Ive learned not to altogether trust the poetic grape vine even tho it said SF is on but not at the KOPUS. Someone with some legit info please enlighten a sista. Peaches and lub 'erbody.
JB
USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 23:22:12 (EST)
Hello, Just wondering when Ray would be putting on another production. The web page looks great!
Michele Mann <shell25usa@yahoo.com>
Port Allen, LA. USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 21:55:02 (EST)
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419 <419>
419, USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 03:56:23 (EST)
So we're posting lost dog notices in the guest book now? Sounds like I'm not the only one who's missing and what, NO REWARD? Can't speak for the others but, the dogs been out prowling the neighborhood on Wednesday nights, chasing the bitches in search of heat(uhhh, I mean warmth, yeah warmth, that's what I meant to say), howling at the moon and scavenging thru garbage cans in search of those discarded scraps of inspiration that could lead to writing something of importance. Yeah right! As for the kids, just tell em he's visiting that proverbial puppy farm in the country where the air is clean, the sun shines brightly and he spends his days running and herding the Naked Poet's sheep with other high spirited K-9's like himself. And he'll be back, sooner than you'd like to growl and snarl and show his teeth, stand the hair on his neck and sniff everybody's butt! Hope everyone's doing well and I'll see ya'll in a week or two or... In the mean time, WHO WON?
WOOF!!!
Obedience School, USA - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 12:31:27 (EST)
sheesh...someone missed me...Yoda, you have to be a very ill monkey to miss this counterpart of me, my nemisis in mind, my two faced, back biting bastard of a sleazy species that I can emulate in a split second of a thump of a watermelon! How kind of you! Keep'em hairy guys and doo ragged...I will return after my tour of duty as a nice person.
XXX
USA - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 06:17:55 (EST)
Why can't i get this stupid computer to let me add to the guestbook???
YODA
USA - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 22:20:56 (EST)
Did the guestbook die or just everyone that usually drops in to speak their mind ??? or what some of us have left of our mind. XXX i miss the great banter . galactic pimp where are you ??? R.C. WHAS UP !!! MISS SHELLY has been taken hostage by the monkeys . and poor COSMOS was last seen choking on a big sour dill pickle . Meanwhile back at the ranch RAY is as usual working his heart out trying to get the theater up and running. Sorry i missed everyone at the last slam but mom is not doing to well. So TREY and i will be back as soon as we can. Remember it's all just SHIT'S AND GIGGLES !!!
YODA
USA - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 22:16:46 (EST)
Soooo, my little pea pickin' friends, what's next?
uh huh
USA - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 06:22:50 (EST)
WAIT!! there is some left, but i don't know for how long, so John E. or Ray ummmm yeah that's the info i have now.
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 14:06:47 (EST)
RAY, i'm sorry but the garbage peeps came and took all teh wood and stuff that was on the side of the road. I'm sorry man. I really am, good luck with rehearsals.
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 13:45:44 (EST)
Don't know where that old bard dog is hanging out these days, but it is not where he belongs, with us !!!
huh
USA - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 06:22:22 (EST)
RC not there? A slam without the Bard Dog is like a hootenanny without sheep! An exercise in frustration!!!!
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 23:45:32 (EST)
Where were you R.C.???
huh
USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 23:14:22 (EST)
whats up people, i regret to inform you that i will not be at the slam tonight. some problems in the family are keeping me from going,hopefully i will be there next week.....have fun.
trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 10:37:58 (EST)
TONIGHT, Wednesday...Mortorano's Italian Deli...shhh...meet me in the back, in the dark, in the corner...shhhh...7 PM...3rd and Florida...SLAM TIME !!!
Poofy
USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 07:52:15 (EST)
Shellllllllley! Still in hiding? We need models. Will u do it if I promise to get your check cut on time? *smilin* I didn't post to say that, just wanted to say hi...but why not kill...no "catch" 2 birds...Until the next encounter...
Jackie Brown
Hermit2, USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 22:56:01 (EST)
will!!!!!! hi.
shelley
USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 21:02:30 (EST)
Baton Rouge Poetry Peeps! What's the haps on the craps?! Hope all is well in the Boot and that the New Year is inspiring you to continue pouring out your souls on the page and hearts on the stage. I might be coming down from Dallas this weekend, and I was wondering if you'll be having any readings. I think I saw something at Club Culture on Saturday? If so, I'm going to try to come out. It's been so long since I've seen a lot of you, and frankly, I don't even know a lot of the new people I see on the Slam Winners circle. So, if someone could respond here, I'd appreciate it. Look forward to seeing ya'll. Until then, continue creating courageously. Peace & Blessings. Will.
Will Richey <wrichey22@hotmail.com>
Irving, TX USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 20:37:31 (EST)
Our 4th place winner was Ted Baldwin,Our 3rd place winner was Ru(welcome back girlfriend),Our 2nd place winner was I Liberty,and our 1st place winner was Xero's Creative Writing Student name Rapheal who put together a solid performance.
Liberty
Slam Results, La USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 13:53:25 (EST)
well well havnt been on in a while how has every one been rc cosmos y'all are fine huh well im gonna try to make it to the slam wensday.
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 12:26:43 (EST)
To the person or persons attempting to imitate the dog and implicate him in the ongoing wars I've got two words for you: I'm Flattered! As an exercise, emulation of an artist you admire can help greatly in ones quest to grow and with dedication, one day you may become a real writer? However, I can't help but wonder why you chose such a lame Parole Model as your mentor? Didn't you listen to the poem? Anyway, since I did not make the show last week either, WHO WON???
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 12:03:49 (EST)
Shameless Plug Tonight at the Velvit Room starting at 8:00pm The Poetry Alliance's Oral Climax Poetry Reading is in full effect so come out and enjoy a night of the finest poetry in South Louisiana host by Xero Skidmore and along with the Michael Forster Band for your entertainment so don't miss it.On another note I'am in the mist of putting together a home video of performance poetry called "Soulful Stanzas Unplugged"which will feature 10 Live performances of my favorite poetry,I have 5 of them completed and plan on doing the other 5 tonight at the Velvit Room if my Film man can make it he has been very dependable.So far I have The BasketBall Poem,My Poem Pt.2,My Mommy Done Gone,I miss you kella,and Is it a crime completed.I also want to give a shout out the New Orleans Pozass Poets who came out this Saturday at Club Culture and Rocked our house,It was a honor to experience Xero the #4 rated Poet in the country and Karen"The Blessed Poet"Wilson who is the 2002 Southeastern Regional Poetry Slam Champion in the same room along with her crew of talented poets from New Orleans,La I truly enjoyed myself.Last but not least I truly want to apologize to body of jerks and anybody else who misunderstood the comment I made concerning the slam.It was not my intention to cause anyone to miss the slam.I talked with Poetry this weekend and she and I didn't understand why I got attacked the way I did by only delivering a message that I thought was of upmost importance and hide behind computers using strange titles to conceal there identity in the process.You could hide from me but you can't hide from the truth which will manifest all thing in its on time.peace.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Baton Rouge, La USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 11:15:58 (EST)
yay!!!
shelley
USA - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 22:03:28 (EST)
Okay already, we need one chief for official SLAM news to tell us where it will be held, etc. and that should be the person directing it. So, the rest, BUTT OUT and quit confusing us! I didn't go last Wednesday because of that and don't try fixin it, just shut up and let the person running it tell us.
Body by JERKS
USA - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 09:52:03 (EST)
Don't forget to come out to the Poetry Alliance's Poetry Showcase Eclicted Truth tonight,where the poets will be feature by a live band tonight at Club Culture.So put a poem or two in your pocket and come out to experience Baton Rouge Finest poets.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Poetry Town, La USA - Saturday, January 11, 2003 at 10:22:38 (EST)
damn, i wish i would've known that the slam was still taking place yesterday, miscommunication is a mutha....till next wednesday, peace....
taaj <tiaraless@blackplanet.com>
sunrise, la USA - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 02:22:25 (EST)
I talked to Tom before I went to work and he said,"He will give us a little time to find a new venue he just didn't tell Ray about it.Nevertheless I will be at the slam tonight with a new poem for the new year.peace.
Liberty
Baton Rouge , La USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 17:31:44 (EST)
blahblahblahblahblah...it's like "war of the worlds" just aired or something...silly rabbit...be careful with sensitive rumor info...
shelley
USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 09:17:11 (EST)
Its good to hear the slam is at Mortoranos for the near future,but understand this I recieved the information from Tom the information was not mistaken.he didn't give me a date as to when the move was going to happen,but he told me that the slam had to move.I thought it would be everyone best interest to know what he told me I wasn't trying to spread lies or anything.I was only passing on what was passed on to me.A breakdown of communication is nothing to fear peace and have a great slam.
Liberty
Baton Rouge, La USA - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 09:47:39 (EST)
Don't miss the first slam of the new year at Mortorano's this Wednesday at 7:00 pm. We've never missed two weeks in a row (or even one week in a row) in over five years; I'm going through major withdrawal and I'm not alone it seems. Many people have called, since Liberty's mistaken announcement, freaking out about the slam venue. Mortorano's is still our home and it will continue to be for the forseeable future; they love us and we love them. So, come share in this love-fest and bring your poems with you. I miss y'all. peace love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 08:32:43 (EST)
froot loops.
shelley
USA - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 08:13:02 (EST)
Dust Bunnies
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 13:54:27 (EST)
monkeys.
shelley
USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 12:08:16 (EST)
The slam will be held at Mortorano's Wednesday. It is the first open so put a poem in your pocket and come on down. Xero will be hosting.
Ray
Ethel, USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 08:52:50 (EST)
Ray, where will the slam be held Wednesday?
Poofy
USA - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 08:17:05 (EST)
Thanks good, i hope she has speedy recoverer. See ya'll later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Saturday, January 04, 2003 at 17:59:46 (EST)
Alexis is home! Thanks for everyone's concern...she has plates, screws and bolts...frankenfootsie she is...homebound for three months...no weight to area at all...so, just to let you know...I am going to try my damndest to be in your audience soon. Oh,I have to block my mail again...sorry...too much porno stuff...err, maybe that could be a good thing...mmm...let me think about it...See you soon. Susan
Susan <GDubois18@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, January 04, 2003 at 17:55:04 (EST)
hope the slam finds a new home real quick like. i haven't been there much often, but i do realize the importance and how vital it is to the slam community and poetry community in general that the slam is housed somewhere. i have complete confidence in Ray that he'll find somewhere else. Squirrel, tell Chibale i said what's up, i'm glad that you and Jackie got to rock the mic in NYC, there's rumors that another BIG TIME Baton Rouge poet will be headin up that way in February, but hey only time will tell and i really hope they're ready for this one. anyways.... happy new year's to all, peace, respect, poetry. d.brasco
donney b
brc, LA USA - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 22:44:15 (EST)
so xxx tired of playing the game??? x invisible to all of us you are. the keyboards we all hide behind .as far as anybody getting offended at anything writen by an unknown , LIGHTEN UP YOU MORONS!!! as far as i know xxx,gp,myself,et al are all doing this to raise a few eyebrows and have a little fun we shall. so every body needs to take this stuff at face value . It's all just shits and giggles!!!
yoda
USA - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 19:06:33 (EST)
I've been out of town and away from the fray, but now I'm back, and this is very disturbing news about Mortorano's. Rest assured, though, that Ray will be pounding the pavement securing a new home for the slam (if he already doesn't have one lined up). I've been with Ray and the Slam through 4 venues, and you can't keep good poets down. On a more serious note, Susan, our thoughts and prayers are with you and Alexis. We wish her the speediest of recoveries.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Thursday, January 02, 2003 at 09:37:30 (EST)
phantom or fathom, xxx? and, um, cosmos, i used to be an english major too. (bites comes with an "e," and irate only one "r") just a little jab. :) good vibes to alexis...
shelley
USA - Thursday, January 02, 2003 at 08:36:42 (EST)
Alexis has surgery today in New Orleans. Thank you everyone that for your thoughts and good vibes. Jackie, Shelley and Cosmos, thank you for your kindness for asking about her...keep her in mind today in your meditations. The surgery will be five hours and she will be on topical pacemakers because of the heart problems she is having now. Quite frankly, I am terrified. Can't wait to see everyone again at the SLAM...hope it is very soon. Be safe, keep warm and always go home to mother!
Susan <GDubois18@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, January 02, 2003 at 06:38:22 (EST)
that's it!!! i've hide behind my civil tongue long enough. I was willing to let everything slide by and not get irrate but now I'm tired of it! GP RC is a good person, i admire him not only as a fine poet but as a human. He's parole model. XXX if you have a problem with me, bring it out or e-mail! Stop hiding behind your crypt messages. I will defend anyone of the poets. YES! i have a bad memory so sometimes i may not remember but usually can. NOW, to the other people of teh book i'm sorry about this. Mrs.Susani hope Alexis get's better. Ray, let us know where the slam will be, i plan to be there, seems i've been gone to long. Peace out everyone......one more thing I'M AN ENGLISH MAJOR!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 23:27:44 (EST)
No one ever said that R.C. was a dirty man...not in his writings or demeanor...No one ever said that Cosmos was a nice man either or, as a matter of fact, even a man...I exist no longer after this note. It was pretty much a bi- polar schizo type of exercise...just to see who would defend or shrink. I kinda did it on a whim. Thought it was quite interesting after it was on a roll...so sorry, but I did. Sorry for offending some, others I am not. And R.C., you know quite well who I am...think man think! Cosmos can't think quite clearly enough yet to even be able to phantom who I am...he wouldn't give me credit any way since he can't get pass someone existing in appearance only to him ...I have been quite invisible to the rude little twit.
XXX
USA - Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 21:02:07 (EST)
lets see i doubt xxx is cosmos. cosmos is a good man. and i dont think its R.C. he might be a dirty man(lol) but i dont think he is the one to play dirty in war. And whats up with the slam man this isnt cool man the gerbils are getting upset they wrote some killer poetry and want me to read it....well some one let me know some thing ok... thanx
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 14:40:59 (EST)
we're poetic refugees again! Where we going to go? this bits! i can understnad he's position and i respect but this just bits! Ray, please let us know when you find a new place. Sorry i can't think of anyplace. Well, see ya'll at teh next slam...if there is one!!! i think there will be!!!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 01:53:46 (EST)
Peace to you all, I was talking to the owner of Mortorano's Deli this pass Monday,and he informed me that we must moved the slam somewhere else.He said that he struggle finding someone to work nights and it is messing his schedule up.He expressed his remorse to me and hope we can find a new venue soon.After a sucessful run at the National Poetry Slam our Multi-Talented 4th rated poet in the country Xero Skidmore National Semifinal individual Performance at the Quest of his "Long Distance Relationship" has been recorded and selected by Live Poets.Com!Live Poets.Com is dedicated to filming National Slam Poets and that you may see and hear there live performance.It was filmed on location by Gabrielle Bouliane along with the official film crew of the National Poetry Slam.I have a direct Link from my website www.poetryslam.net/liberty to Live Poets.Com who also has filmed the likes of Riggie Gibson and his Eulogy of Jimi Christ, Shane Koyzane the 2000 National Slam Champion,Sekou Tha Misfit 2002 National Slam Champions Corbet Dean, Taylor Mali and many more .So Xero consider it a honor to all the dedication and work you put into your poetry and have your performance live next to the greatest performance poets of all time.Now what makes this special is all of the performances of the National Slam Semifinal and Finals could not be live as a feature on the site.So check it out and witness why Xero's Live Performance was choosen.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
GoodNews/BadNews, La USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 12:23:06 (EST)
Thank you Shelley. That was very kind of you to send Alexis good vibes, she needs all she can get. She is going to have surgery Thursday in New Orleans. She says to tell you thank you for the nice note.
Susan <GDubois18@aol.com>
USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 21:10:38 (EST)
Poetic Irony is so great. I finally got to the village to see the Nyerican Poets this Friday (after a couple of drinks after work :)) (thanks to everyone that replied to my message) and it just so happened to be Felice Belle's last night, the Nyreican Mistress of Ceromonies who by all chances loves PRINCE! YES! Anyway, when I get there they are just finishing up the special goodbye slam for Felice and through the crowd I find the open mic list and low and behold there is another poet from Louisiana on it, JACKIE BROWN! and she tore up the mic. It was a good night for Louisiana in New York cause the Big Raggedy was certainly representin'. BTW Chibale sends big ups to Donnie and the rest of the PA crew (Mocha Room Love). Gotta jet, at work...miss everybody. Peace, One Love, God Bless "Two bothers, both alike in dignity,both in love with fair Verona, where we lay our scene..."
Squirrel...Verona <MusicallyMotivated@hotmail.com>
Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, NY USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 10:44:08 (EST)
ok...um...i don't know this alexis person or her boyfriend, but i'm gonna wiggle my spindly little fingers and send out some good vibes for her and everyone and stuff. laterzzz...
shelley
USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 10:35:07 (EST)
oh that's right! happy belated birthday, larry j knight. meant to send you an e-card. happy birthday to you. happy birthday to you. happy birthday dear larry king live (oh my my bad--larry j knight) happy birthday to you. love you, man. LOL
The Lovely Lady D Virtuous <dawndcollins@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 10:05:02 (EST)
Jackie, Alexis will have trauma surgery this week in New Orleans. We were told Friday that there might be a possibility of amputation, which I cannot and will not think about at this time. Guess I am in denial and want to keep it that way for now. She has been in the hospital twice since the accident, once by ambulance for heart problems (they thought it was blood clots in the heart, which turned out negative). We have had our hands full. It gets worse. Her boyfriend got into an accident night before last (hit and run, left him under a car on his motorcycle)and he has a fractured collar bone. Our home now looks like a hospital since he has no family here and opted to stay with us. So, Happy New Year everyone. Hope things look up for us soon. Hope to see you at the poetry slam. Write to me at my E-mail address. Hope everyone else out there is fine. Susan
Susan <GDubois18@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 21:33:11 (EST)
Susan...how's Alexis??? Wish her well from me.
Jackie Brown
currently in NY, NY , USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 19:03:15 (EST)
Happy Birthday Larry, (a day late). Welcome to the thirty plus club! :-P
Jackie Brown
Bust, USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 19:00:36 (EST)
An R.C. knockoff or knockup??? Not playing dirty just stating the facts. And, how do you know that I am not COSMOS in disguise? or R.C. himself???? huh huh huh
XXX
USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 17:33:17 (EST)
now now children...we'll have no fighting..unless its involves a 20 foot turkey,a 3 foot gerbil, and xxx's ego. well well xxx you were wrong again,and now you're playing dirty,well just wait you unpoeticized( new word ) freak. i got some words for your ass you R.C. knock off.(no offense R.C., in my opinion your a great poet.) oh and shelly dont worry baby me and my gerbil likes the way you look ;)
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 14:00:59 (EST)
get lost oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo MUGU.
nature <na_ture23@yahoo.com>
abidjan, 1 USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 11:47:28 (EST)
pretty much what is going on under your arms
XXX
USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 11:03:44 (EST)
two words for you: suck it. :P~ (as if anybody has any idea what's going on under my clothes these days! really!)
shelley
USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 09:42:27 (EST)
OkAY, I have to "fess up"...the last post was not from Galactic Pimp...it was from XXX...thanx Shell ey...one word for you goirl, shave!
XXX
USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 13:05:33 (EST)
thanx ever so much. :)
sHELLey
USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 09:02:39 (EST)
SHE LLEY
my oh my
USA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 15:53:00 (EST)
damnit, galactic, as much as i dig that last post, you gotta put the other E in my name!!! :P and frankly, i don't give a damn who anyone is by any other name or what they think they know...i'm having fun...xxx, don't go!!! who will i have to talk (er, type) to now??? guess it's just me, the monkeys, the gerbils, and some kind of pimp.
shelley
USA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 08:16:41 (EST)
(Cosmos) of tropical American composite herbs; especially a widely cultivated tall annual (C. bipinnatus) with yellow or red disks and showy spike flowers. If you want to be known as a showy red disk then so be it. Oh, are were you shooting for the other definition of cosmos, which is to be a self- inclusive entity which is an insult to a human being, meaning that you are of yourself needing no one else in layman's terms. I think I would rather you as a big yellow and red flower.
Galactic Pimp
USA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 07:21:51 (EST)
Wish I could tell you Cosmos? Appears Miss Shelley(with an e), really enjoys keeping em wound up yet, at least has the ovaries (or balls?) to shoot from the clearing so you know who's ragging on you. The Galactic Pimp seems to be enjoying himself (herself?) as well and while perhaps pushing the bounds of good taste (a poet of my own heart), has yet to cross the line of no return in my opinion. As for the xxx entity, maybe it just has a crush on you and had it's feelings hurt when you snubbed it on the street? Either way, proper spelling and punctuation (placating it's ego here) are no substitute for dignity, manners and an understanding of decorum it obviously to lacks. You're the second poet to be attacked by this hack and I would suspect my words here will serve only to bring it's wrath upon the Dog as well. I've been doing my best to figure out the enigma of who the Galactic Pimp and xxx Nom de Plumes belong to but am still at a loss (they could be one in the same?). Anyway, don't let it get to ya. You have to remember that by virtue of participating in this forum, you leave yourself open to some of this kind of crap. Hey, ain't that why we do it? Hope your Christmas was bright and I look forward to seeing you and everyone soon. Peace on earth & good will towards all and if not... how about just in our neck of the woods for a start? (not grammatically correct I know but, notice the three dots?)
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 15:25:13 (EST)
RC! fill me in, what's going on??? i'm lost? XXX if you think i'm this galactic pimp person, i'm not! I'm Cosmos, that's the name i was given, that's the name i use, i'm proud of the name Cosmos! But anyway, Hope everyone had a good Christmas and now for the New Years stuff. see ya'll later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 11:52:10 (EST)
I SAID ALRIGHT BACK THERE!!! Don't make me have to pull this poem over!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 11:15:51 (EST)
:::raises an eyebrow::: umm did i miss something? I'm missing something, someone please tell me what's going on?? what up with this XXX thing???
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 20:37:55 (EST)
okay okay already, will stop snipping at everyone but that pseudo intelligent wimpette COZZMMOZEEE with his little do rag and his whinny baby voice...pretends to be something he is not...a pretentious twit if i ever knew one...he wouldn't defend one of us, if any of us, or know us on the street under any other circumstances than at the slam...experienced it first hand...and his is a psych major??? help thyself child...last submission...outta here forever
XXX
USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 19:53:06 (EST)
'constitutional terrorism' is a excellent phrase. Very apropos in our troubled times. A wonderful Christmas and Kwanza to all my friends in BR. I managed to slip out of Oklahoma just before the snow slipped in, and am spending my holidays in rural Georgia. Hope to see y'all soon, and stop snipping at each other on the guest book! ;) (except for you, Shelley.)
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Milledgeville, ga USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 18:12:58 (EST)
Happy Holidays to all !!! Mike the phrase 4 the new year is BEWARE CONSTITUTIONAL TERRORISM . Chew that 1 up and see what u can spit out .
YODA
USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 15:00:31 (EST)
well xxx you think you've figured it out.ill tell you what, if you got the answer right on who i am on the first try ,being the honest one i am,i fess to it...so post it if you dare.
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 11:56:21 (EST)
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! Ray, RC, Xero, Libary, Mona, Ozzy, John E., Taaj, Jackie Brown, Shelley, and EVERYONE ELSE!!!! see ya'll at the next open slam
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 10:00:42 (EST)
Merry Christmas everyone...especially you RAY...you cutie pie!
shootin for the stars
USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 07:37:23 (EST)
By observation and deduction I know who the galactic idiot is...trying to seem ignorant...you haven't fooled anyone...
XXX
USA - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 23:56:01 (EST)
you know triple xxx if i didnt mispell words then you and shelly wouldnt have anything to talk about so i suggest you sit down and drink your freaking eggnog,before i get santa's elves on you people known as poets......................long live the gerbil master.
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 17:00:57 (EST)
Spelling Lessons 101 and 102...Steel, as in commercial iron that contains carbon in any amount up to about 1.7 percent as an essential alloying constituent, is malleable when under suitable conditions, and is distinguished from cast iron by its malleability and lower carbon content. Steal, to take the property of another wrongfully and especially as an habitual or regular practice...correct spelling of WEDNESDAY...just take a little time to proof what you post before you hit that infamous Submit Query button...
Triple XXX
USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 19:05:23 (EST)
If DuMaupaussant is reading this from his country home...you are invited Christmas day for turkey, dressing and all the fix'ins...you know where...there will also be a mean game of Jenga going on too! "BlackLeg" wants to beat you in dominos...message given...Merry Merry everyone!
The other elf...
USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 08:00:48 (EST)
oops...sorry, galactic, it was xxx who recommended the spell check...so let me pass on the recommendation!!! :P~ (i'm running out of spit).
shelley
USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 05:38:22 (EST)
must wonder where the spell check galactic pimp recommended to liberty has gone??? :P~
shelley
1 - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 05:22:16 (EST)
hey ray, flew over sunday around lunch,saw you walking the steal,you looked kind of lonely. see you at the slam wendsday.
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 17:12:58 (EST)
MANY thanks Taaj...around 9ish? Peaches and lub yall...
Jackie Brown
2dangearlyndmo'nin, USA - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 08:27:25 (EST)
jackie, culture is on oklahoma st. which is right off of highland rd. if u are coming from the direction of l.s.u.'s campus, oklahoma st. will be on your left.....it is about 2 maybe 3 streets past the light @ the washington/highland intersection.....if u are coming from the downtown/government st. area, OK st. will be on your right. once on OK st. come str8 down about 1 1/2 maybe 2 blocks and culture is on the right....small club, but hard to miss...........see u there........and u are definitely on point about larry's c.d.....good shit!
taaj monet' freeman
sunrise, USA - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 03:22:19 (EST)
Hey poets...Im planning to visit CULTURE on this saturday. Would someone please post directions...Oklahoma Steet (how do I get there)? What time? Thanks in advance. P.S. Larry...liked the CD...(Poetry hooked me up...sorry I missed the live performance). Until the next encounter...
Jackie Brown
Bust, LA USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 23:37:23 (EST)
pretty good slam wendsday.gerbils write good poetry to you know.
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 10:37:56 (EST)
I wanna meat Wanda the Wallaby too!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 17:39:19 (EST)
Sorry for the deja vu....my feelings were so nice, I just had to make them twice.....PEACE y'all!!!!!
Larry 'The Prodigal SUN' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 15:13:51 (EST)
Peace writers, hopefully all is well in BTR...I will be venturing back into the lovely bosom of my birth city this Friday, and although I will miss the final slam of the year, one that will undoubtedly be nothing short of monumental, I am there in humble spirit. I want to thank everyone who made my last visit one that I did not wantto end. I cannot express the amount of love that have for the poets, no pardon me, WRITERS of BTRPA....for when I am home they are the sun around which my planets swirl......PEACE and light, and most importantly love.....see you on Friday!!!!
Larry 'The Prodigal SUN' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 15:11:54 (EST)
Peace writers, hopefully all is well in BTR...I will be venturing back into the lovely bosom of my birth city this Friday, and although I will miss the final slam of the year, one that will undoubtedly be nothing short of monumental, I am there in humble spirit. I want to thank everyone who made my last visit one that I did not wantto end. I cannot express the amount of love that have for the poets, no pardon me, WRITERS of BTRPA....for when I am home they are the sun around which my planets swirl......PEACE and light, and most importantly love.....see you on Friday!!!!
Larry 'The Prodigal SUN' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 15:11:22 (EST)
sorry Ray and everyone,i wont be out this wednesday, But i want to say Merry Christmas, Happy Yule, andHappy New ear to everyone right now. I'll make the first one slam if i can. Take Care all, be safe, and laterz
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 10:51:52 (EST)
Thanks for the...um...interesting suggestions. I'll get to work on my sheep poetry asap. Hope y'all have a kick-ass grand slam.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 09:38:26 (EST)
Hey, Tonight is the Grand Slam. Look at the main page and you can see its gonna be an awesome line-up. Also, this is gonna be the last slam of the year since Christmas and New Years fall on Wednesday nights this time around. So come on out and lets send each other into the holidays with love and poetry. peace
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 09:04:49 (EST)
Mike, how about the rusty sheep?...the dusty sheep...the fussy heap...the mussy peep...
ebay is not a body of water
USA - Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 21:06:30 (EST)
Mike, here's your phrase...."The lusty sheep." Happy holidays to all from the Naked Poet.
The Naked Poet
Bunkie, LA USA - Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 10:00:46 (EST)
melody-- the brooklyn moon cafe also has readings, as does blue stockings, and a shitload of other places. or just go down to the east village and start reciting. someone'll point you in the right direction! have a good time! (and don't forget to visit toys in babeland!)
shelley
USA - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 09:03:43 (EST)
ray, i left u a message WEEKS ago and u never returned my call, Y? p.s. hopefully, i can make it to the grand slam, and more hopefully, they'll let me judge! =}
taaj
lost, ?? USA - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 03:23:12 (EST)
Cosmos, I edited out the spam postings on the guestbook. A pox on all spammers. I'm in rehearsal for a show down in Oklahoma City, and I am making the hour commute there several times a week. Tonight, I was crusing back up the freeway in my big Okie pickup truck with Xero's UNH! CD cranked up all the way. Great words for the drive. Say, somebody give me a phrase and help me over my writer's block. My best to all. Y'all have a good week.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 01:51:13 (EST)
What the hell is up with all ths spam links and suff gees. Good news: Finals are over and 'll be back at the wednesday slam! Bad news: not this wednesday because i'm going to see The Two Towers!! But i will be back for the first open slam. See ya'll then later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, - Sunday, December 15, 2002 at 15:24:50 (EST)
Geez! you people have to much time on your hands. Do u have contest with yourselves to see how many times you can sign the guest book in one day? So this is what sibly does at his computer every day... well in between porn sites
ozzy
USA - Saturday, December 14, 2002 at 19:15:57 (EST)
the monkey gerbil wars ended a long time ago, but the gerbils still think the war is still on. yoda's right that was a very good slam wends. night
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Saturday, December 14, 2002 at 18:43:06 (EST)
F.Y.I. Alexis, Susan S.'s daughter was in a head on collision this AM...she is doing all right. She has to see a trauma specialist in New Orleans for foot surgery next week...her ankle and heel were shattered. Pray for her.
F.Y.I.
USA - Friday, December 13, 2002 at 18:24:20 (EST)
Really enjoyed 3rd slam last night Ozzy,deb. liberty a.k.a. mr.basketball, ted, donny b. and all the rest .thanks for some good poetry. who,what,when where is galactic pimp ??? and what are the great spacemonkey - gerbil wars
YODA
USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 20:38:04 (EST)
Sending Greetings and love from New York, New York, been up here for almost a week now and I am missing all y'all like mad whoah. I'll be here till January 11 and I am gonna try and see the Nuyerican poets next week. I hope everything is going well, and that the Christmas season is giving everyone a reason to be merry and bright. If anyone know's of any other reading, either email me or I will be checking the board during the week. Holla Back ~ Squirrel
Squirrel ~ The Artist Formerly Known as Melody <MusicallyMotivated@hotmail.com>
New York, NY USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 14:31:21 (EST)
Unlike some of my poetic brethen,I liberty is a Sports Fan.Nine weeks ago I entered the ESPN Thursday Night Pontiac Performance College Football Pick em Game and I finished as LSU Tigers Group Champion of 50 members,I also finished rank#1 of 247 Fans from the State of Louisiana and finally I finished rank#16 in the country of 5,487 Fans.Also 14 weeks ago I joined a Yahoo Fantasy Football League and put together a team,wherein my team went against other fantasy teams and the top 4 teams at the end of the regular season advance to the League Championship Tournament.My team Baton Rouge Knights is one of the 4 teams and I'm only 1 win away from the Championship Finals I must beat the Regular Season Champions#1 seed to get there and because of my accomplishments I'am 2002 Fantasy League Rookie Coach of the Year Not bad for a local rookie ha!
Libertysmooth the Fantasy Man
I love sports, La USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 12:48:25 (EST)
You know,right now I'm having the best time of my life...Last night at the slam I truly had a good time.Thanks to Xero and Brasco who came to the conclusion that,"It is a crime to wash a woman's eyes with milk so I decided to wash her hair with it instead.Its truly a #1 privlage to witness the emotions of people and the effect my poetry and performances has on them.It has been brought to my attention by a source that I trust;That I take slams to seriously and the only reason I write is to win slams,come out to the Grand Slam this Wednesday and witness Liberty casting down that myth with a poem FULL OF TRUTH and the effect it has on them who read it.I have seven more poems to perform for my up coming video,"SOULFUL STANZAS UNPLUGGED!"And I found the perfect spot the next two will be performed at.Come out tonight at Spanish Moon and witness the presence of host Donnie Brasco and a Feature of our Louisiana/Florida Teacher/Poet Larry Knight at the Famous Spanish Moon at 7:30pm.
Libertysmooth <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Video, La USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 12:29:26 (EST)
Political correctness is the tyranny of the easily offended.
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 11:39:05 (EST)
Thats because,"Tha Big Bad Wolf Took Your Poetry and Ms.Little Red Riding Hood Away!"
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
HAHAHA!!!, La USA - Wednesday, December 11, 2002 at 16:48:38 (EST)
HELP!!! I've fallen and can't reach my poetry... OR MY DRINK!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, December 11, 2002 at 15:04:47 (EST)
Hey--Third Open Slam tonight. Last chance for anyone to make it to the Grand Slam. Xero will be hosting. Put a poem in your pocket and come on down. Peace/Love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Wednesday, December 11, 2002 at 08:08:24 (EST)
I am very impressed with this website overall. Keep up the good work. If you get a chance, check out my website at Las Vegas homes or Las Vegas real estate. I have the full Las Vegas MLS for Summerlin, Green Valley, Henderson, and more. Every home for sale in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas homes real estate condos Summerlin <morrisonpouch@las-vegas-home.net>
Las Vegas, Nevada USA - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 19:35:19 (EST)
Cool.....I can't wait. I will be bringing copies of my new CD, hopefully I can get some 'artistic support' in BR. I had a dynamite feature on Sat. PACKED HOUSE!!!!!!!!(75+) I think it was one of the best of my career....now if only I could break into the local market.....hmmmm! Peace and Light.....see you guys soon.
Larry 'The Prodigal Sun' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 12:08:23 (EST)
Poets Anonymous is on for Thursday and hopefully Donnie Brasco will be hosting. I had a great time when you were in town last, even though turnout was light on Thanksgiving evening. It'll be nice to see you again and maybe we'll have a better show.
WOOF!!!
USA - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 09:53:58 (EST)
Is there a Poet's Anonymous reading on Thursday? I will be coming into town Thursday afternoon.
Larry "The Prodigal Sun" Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 18:42:46 (EST)
Hey, it was great seeing all of you last Wednesday. Sorry I didn't get to visit more, I was a little bit under the weather. But it was a treat to participate in the Slam, again. Cosmos, Shelley, sorry I missed y'all! Keep slamming, poets, and may The Poem be with you.
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 17:23:39 (EST)
Yes,"Cosmos"I had a reason to do what I did.That poem had been on my heart and mind to perform at that venue for 6 months.I had prepared to that poem for 3 days prior to the slam.It was not my intention to sabotage anyone's film,"Maybe if they'll let someone know what there doing and what they expect/and or expect not" from the poets than we can make the proper adjustments...So Cosmos let them say what they feel that to as my poem comes with the territory,but "Understand this" and take into consideration,I recieved email from LSU students requesting that poem!So Galaeetic "PIMP"everyone who was present at that slam don't feel like you do about my performance!PEACE OUT 9,000!
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
Just what the Dr.Ordered, La USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 11:37:56 (EST)
MAN what's all the shit going down. I must have missed a goood slam, but can't be helped. i hope to make it this Wednesday, i don't know, it depends on me finals...um where are we third open or grand, i lost count? and Galatic or however you spell it, eease up on Liderty, he must have had good reason to read what he did, but i just want to know if anyone beat my low score record. AND NO ONE BEATS MY RAPID BUST BUNNIES WAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!
Cosmos <blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 10:51:31 (EST)
Hey Brasco it's all cool, school comes first! Just hope the Profs rewarded you with scores comparable to what the judges bestow upon you at Slam. If so, you should be in good shape. I'm sure the Fusion's gotta be keeping you busy too. Looks like it's goin pretty good for ya'll and I'm glad to see it. As for the P. A. show, we're hanging in there, holding down the fort and waiting for you to get back. Your up this week so, let me know if you'll be here and bring your peeps!
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 10:29:00 (EST)
damnit, galactic, your "e" better be sticking, too, or i'll have to assume you just can't read!!! :P~ now you'll never get the gerbil back...they just passed it today...ick.
shell E y
USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 09:09:47 (EST)
SLAM POETRY NOT AN OBSESSION AN ADDICTION . SEE YA,LL WED.TO GET MY FIX.
YODA
USA - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 20:09:13 (EST)
Want better porn you say? Just wait till you see the documentary the gerbils are filming! There's a scene with three gerbils in space suits and a flying monkey on a treadmill... oh wait, I don't want to ruin it for you.
WOOF!!!
USA - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 18:02:50 (EST)
hey shelly, watch out for the thundering heard of gerbils!!! just a friendly warning.
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 16:06:40 (EST)
um...gala (c) tic??? i think my flying monkeys ate your gerbil...um...sorry...
shelley
USA - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 14:51:24 (EST)
"WHAT THE F*** WAS THAT SH** LIBERTY READ WED. NIGHT" SORRY TO SAY IT BUT IT WAS ALMOST LIKE HE WAS TRYING TO SABOTAGE THE DOCUMENTERY THOSE FOLKS WERE FILMING....HILARIOUS HE SAID...HA, I THINK NOT. I'VE HEARD BETTER PORN FROM GERBILS THAN WHAT HE READ. THAT WAS TERRIBLE.
galactic pimp
colony69, twisted universe - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 14:27:01 (EST)
just the facts.I know were ya coming from but understand this, the poem that I choose to do Wednesday night deserved just what it got but I got a good laugh out of it and wasn't playing the points.Don't forget Chiquita Tigress is a poem and I slammed with it.As for judging it comes with the territory,it's a level playing field. One almost have to go in not expecting nothing from slam judges.So there Ya have it.peace
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
USA - Friday, December 06, 2002 at 09:54:10 (EST)
Hello everyone--Moonlark starts its new Shakespeare project this month; classes/workshops will be held on Thursday and Saturday nights 6pm-9pm. If you would like to audition for a part call Ray at 634-7611. No experience required. We need 9 men (all ages) and 6 women (same). We have 12 scholarships available. We are doing "Cymbeline" this year. Cymbeline is another of Shakespeare's romances; it is a beautiful play as well as amazing poetry. If you are an adult and have always wanted to learn Shakespeare and acting, do not miss this opportunity; This will be our fourth year doing Shakespeare and it always proves to be a profoundly interesting, entertaining, as well as educational experience. You will also grow close to an interesting group of people and share an unbelievable and unique experience in the study of literature and poetry. On top of all this, it is just plain ass fun. peace/love
Ray
Ethel, USA - Friday, December 06, 2002 at 08:39:35 (EST)
In my opinion, judging of the slams should be take a little more seriously, since it is an important part of some of our lives and maybe some of those yahoos shouldn't be so flippant about performing art pieces...quite frankly, those idiots were ignorant of this diverse poetry. mmm, Matter of fact, I am assuming they are ignorant of all poetry as I sit here and recall the judging last Wednesday.
just the facts...
USA - Friday, December 06, 2002 at 08:32:48 (EST)
R.C I'm sorry about tonight as well as last week (Thanksgiving) about hosting the Spanish Moon, school has been wearing my ass out, but I'm finished now, and I'm not doing any more of my own events until January so just contact me when you see this post, and will make arrangements for the upcoming weeks. Peace to all poets, keep slamming, and I'll be seeing y'all real soon
Donney Brasco
fatigued town, USA - Thursday, December 05, 2002 at 20:54:28 (EST)
I'll love to be a host at Spanish Moon RC! As for the slam records were shattered,I the crazy shaman recieved(drum roll)...........A 0.3,1.0,2.0,10.0,10.0 and average of 2.3 but the thing about that is;"that was not the lowest score of the night can you believe that!!!I will do something profoundly different at the Spanish Moon tonight peace.
Liberty <www.poetryslam.net/liberty>
FreakySlam, La USA - Thursday, December 05, 2002 at 14:33:48 (EST)
Don't forget to howl at the "MOON" tonight. We start at 7:30 and if you ever wanted to host a poetry show. Arrive early and we'll set you up with an assignment. We're gonna have a tag team hosting format for as many as we can work in. As for G.P., the Moon is on the way from Colony69 to Colony77, please stop by. We'd love to have you!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, December 05, 2002 at 13:01:41 (EST)
did anyone see me last night ? oh, r.c ,xero,you were both wrong.p.s. that kid derrik was off the chain last night........to all people ,guess again
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Thursday, December 05, 2002 at 12:03:36 (EST)
love those dots
...
USA - Thursday, December 05, 2002 at 07:53:37 (EST)
Oh yeah, where the hell was Cosmos tonight? Somewhat of a peccadillo without you man!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Thursday, December 05, 2002 at 00:05:10 (EST)
Both banal and anal, Joe drags up the facts, in tact with a hairnet on Friday nights. I’m currently casing a joint where I understand Miss Beth and maybe even Miss Mona will Basha few stanzas as co-conspirators in a perpetration of poetic entertainment; hope to see you there! Right now, I gotta see if I can jump start the Porsche and get to Colony69 in hopes of reviving the Galactic Pimp. The gerbil has gone into latex withdrawal and I’m worried about him? Piece out… (notice, three dots)
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 23:52:23 (EST)
i loved your doo rag dew claw!
the facts, just the facts (dragnet)
USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 23:13:05 (EST)
Guess it's just me and the gerbil now!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 16:46:37 (EST)
cough cough...out of air...cough cough...over and out forever...cough gasp arghhhh....
Galaticette Colony 1218
USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 16:23:04 (EST)
Had best intentions of a lascivious liaison with the Galactic Pimp on Colony69 last night then remembered: The Porsche is up on blocks, the warp drive broken and the speed-o stuck on Xero. In process of retrofitting warp drive with treadmill for gerbil. Unfortunately, he's putting up a fight and doesn't want to leave the pleasures of Colony77. Seems he enjoys being 8 more too! Will attempt contact with Colony69 again this evening via means of ESP(extra stupid poetry). As for a visit to Colony1218, that'll have to wait. Momma says colonies above the lower 900's are too dangerous and I need to be a little older before attempting such a trek. May your Porsche be more powerful and... have a later curfew than mine!
WOOF!!!
USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 13:16:45 (EST)
wow...galactic pimp with the stuck "c" talks weirder shite than i do...maybe my flying monkeys found your hamster...i'll ask them later.
shelley
USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 08:33:29 (EST)
Trey, the slam is at Mortorano's tonight...Wednesday, December 4...be there ready to slam !!!!
curious people want to know
USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 06:55:03 (EST)
Dear curious, Doors open tomorrow for Soul Fusion @ 10pm. And to Mike, I have one more correction, the Velvet Room is off of N.Acadian, it's just past where N. Acadian and Winbourne intersects. 3575 N. Acadian
D.bras'
thalostonez, of confusion USA - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 00:04:34 (EST)
can any one tell me where the slam is going to be tomorrow,i would greatly appriciate it. THANK YOU.
trey
baton rouge, la USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 19:55:48 (EST)
I, Galaticette Colony 1218, come in pieces...a little of piece of this, a little piece of that, have a little piece...PEACE! Look Look it is Santy Claws...oh, that is only Woofs dew claw...geez...where you BEE SANTY CLAWS???
Galaticette Colony 1218
USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 19:54:15 (EST)
uuummmmm....has n e one seen the gerbil in the space suit? i think it might be running out of air. please, somebody please help my little buddy, but if i find out you people hurt him in n e way at all,and i mean n e way at all,you will pay with your words....take caution to these hethenis words words my friends.
galactic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 19:02:25 (EST)
its about time you poets come out and admit where there true home is,galacticette colony 1218, mr.woof, you must visit me some time...has n e one guessed my true identity yet? i bet u never will.
galactic pimp
colony 69 , twisted universe - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 18:49:30 (EST)
OK! Knowing that the ABC board does not issue liquor licenses to K9's and that the Dog is perhaps the most un-photogenic being in our twisted universe. I can only imagine what this card looks like? I would head on over and check it out for myself but, lets face it. The truck is on empty and it's awful difficult to hitchhike with a dew claw, as opposed to a thumb. Anyway Miss Shelley, it sure is nice to see your words in print. Now if we could just get ya to show up at Slam (even if you do kick our butts) SO WE COULD HEAR THEM!!!!!!!! miss you...
WOOF!!!!
USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 12:02:40 (EST)
ok, anyway, um...just wanted to say that i've seen this card in kinko's for the last week or two and it's got a bartender on the front that looks a lot like rc!!! everybody stop into your neighborhood kinko's and gawk!! (not paid for the ppl who like to flood kinko's with nonpaying customers) laterzzzzzzzzzzzz!
shelley
USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 10:02:30 (EST)
You already have met me...in disguise, as a human poem machine...I have seen your eyes and your tail (pony) that is...
the star on the right just above the one on the left
USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 06:35:25 (EST)
It's nice to know I have friends, in another quadrant of our twisted universe. I look forward to meeting you. May the Porsche be with you!
WOOF!!!!!!!!!!
USA - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 23:03:20 (EST)
I will never leave Colony 69...love it...love me...love you...good Colony I repeat...and it is always three dots (...) Galatic sticky C man...but, I will come and visit you Woof on your Colony very soon...revving up...zoooommmmmm...
Galaticette Colony 1218
USA - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 21:06:04 (EST)
Colony69? Hey I used to live there! Then moved up in the world and am now residing on colony77. We get 8 more here!
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 17:32:43 (EST)
Nice site!!!
mortgages
New York, NY United States - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 17:05:28 (EST)
ok,so where is the slam going to be this wendsday,someone please tell me.
Trey
baton rouge, LA USA - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 11:53:35 (EST)
its galactic,my "c" button sticks sometimes......now dont ever correct me again..i am the master....u r mine...catch me if you can......peace poets.
galactic pimp
colony69, twisted universe - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 11:52:00 (EST)
Thanks for the correction, Donney. I've updated the site. Please let me know if there are further corrections or info you want to add. Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I've been jet-set these last several days, traveling to Texas and Arkansas, but am now back in OK (yee-haw!). Peace, y'all.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Sunday, December 01, 2002 at 20:10:47 (EST)
Did you mean G A L A C T I C pimp, or Galatic (which I cannot find in the dictionary)?
Spell check R US
USA - Sunday, December 01, 2002 at 19:18:08 (EST)
REMEMBER POETS... LIFE'S A GAME, AND I MAKE THE RULES CATCH ME IF YOU CAN..........SADATE.......
galatic pimp
colony 69, twisted universe - Sunday, December 01, 2002 at 14:28:17 (EST)
Alright me again with the ?'s: 1.What time does Oral Climax and Soul Fusion begin? 2.Does SimplyButDope have a site? If not would like to see one. Hope I don't miss out on another chance to fuse my soul. Sounds tight.
curious
USA - Saturday, November 30, 2002 at 02:14:56 (EST)
Shelley U can agree with whoever U want but I know all about U to.
Liberty
USA - Friday, November 29, 2002 at 14:24:33 (EST)
soo.... how many people actually showed up to slam this past wednesday?
The Lovely Lady "D.Virtuous" <dawndcollins@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Friday, November 29, 2002 at 10:51:32 (EST)
hmm...i kinda liked triple x's comments...but then again, i'm sort of an asshole, too. ;P anyhow, liberty, hon, chill out...it's the holiday season....get some love up in your groove and fuck the rest of the bullshite!!! maybe i'll see you ppls soon.......
shelley <pincushioN@antisocial.com>
USA - Friday, November 29, 2002 at 10:02:52 (EST)
Hope everyone had a safe and happy day!
Susan
USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 20:14:31 (EST)
Oh just to tell you all, we got SOUL FUSION at the Kopus Restaraunt, Wed. December 4, 2k2, featuring: Xero, and there will be a FREE complimentary buffet and DRINK SPECIALS ALL NIGHT LONG!!!!!! Kopus (7132 Florida Blvd. across from Bon Marche). Hosted by Donney Brasco/Knowledge. Simple But Dope Productions,LLC
D.B <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
spokenwordcapital, LA USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 16:31:43 (EST)
Mike, I meant bi-weekly reading at the Velvet Room (oral climax), starting Dec. 2nd and "Ecletic Truth" starts Dec. 7th at Culture
d. bras
nevvaminddat, USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 16:23:09 (EST)
Alright back there, DON'T MAKE ME PULL THIS POEM OVER! Anyway, if you can manage to stand upright later in the evening. Please join us at the Moon for mo poetry. Really sorry I missed the show last night, had to stir a roux(no not RU) down at Head of Island for the family gumbo. Sounds like I missed a good show. AND who is this XXX, SHAME ON YOU! Had I not already had plans, I would not have shown up anyway based on your entry, JERK!
WOOF!!!
USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 13:27:58 (EST)
Course had he mentioned where it was i would have come, though i flex my word vocab by playing scrabble at work with gettting some extra hours. oh well, see you'll wednesday...maybe...i don't know?!?!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 10:51:24 (EST)
Last night at Richoux's was such a wonderful gathering to start off the holiday season...thank you, Ray, for your dedication and hard work in keeping the poetry slam going.
Susan
USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 10:33:17 (EST)
That's all U had to say U didn't know speaking of SPELLCHECK U spineless coward capt.the 1st of every sentence and end the sentence with the proper U get the picture.
Liberty
USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 18:40:49 (EST)
No one can answer de question. No one knows where it is at. How about dat?
one word for ya= SPELL CHECK
USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 17:48:01 (EST)
Whoever U are triple X,frankly I don't care nevertheless your comment doesn't answer cosmos question.
Liberty
whoever triplex are, La USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 17:45:01 (EST)
We do our best to start at 7:30 but, you know how poets are. Look forward to seeing(and hearing) you.
WOOF!!!!
USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 16:30:11 (EST)
Thanks RC, I appreciate that. I should be home in time for the reading @ Spanish Moon. What time does it kick off again? Hey Dawn....heh heh heh....
Larry 'The Prodigal Sun' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jax, FL USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 14:42:21 (EST)
get with the program cozzzmoss it has been canceled at motorano's for tonight duh
triple x to you
USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 14:31:02 (EST)
What's up with this "where's the wednesday reading"????? Is it at the usaully place is somewhere else or is it canceled or WHAT!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
Cosmos
USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 11:46:13 (EST)
GOD, Do I remember you! ... You haven't ever left my thoughts.
Against such things there is no law.
USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 10:52:19 (EST)
How could we forget you Larry? You came home from Florida, brought your parents and kicked our butts with a piece that eulogized yourself as a literary GOD. Damn fine poetry if I do say so myself. It'll be nice to see you man.
WOOF!!!!
USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 09:14:20 (EST)
"does anybody remember, larry?" hmmm...... hehehe.....(SMILE)
The Lovely Lady "D. Virtuous" <DawnDCollins@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 08:16:13 (EST)
Hey, does anyone there remember me??????????????????
Larry 'The Prodigal Sun' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 23:12:04 (EST)
OoooKkkAaaY...so we drive, walk, run to Mortorano's Italian Deli and look for a sign saying which way to go to the place hosting the poetry slam tomorrow night (Wednesday, November 27)? Is this going to be a poetry slam hunt? Do we get prizes?
Scavenger Poetry Slam Hunts R US
USA - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 20:27:17 (EST)
Just wanted to say i stubbled across your website and its good to see the B.R. Slam Pictures. ya'll represented us well. Hopefully we can have you guys come through to pensacola. I'm still waiting to hear from you Mona. Holla Ches
Ches Kanno <cheskanno@aol.com>
Pensacola, Fl USA - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 18:04:00 (EST)
Has another place been chosen, for the slam this Wednesday night, since Mortorano's Italian Deli will not be able to host this week? Inquiring minds want to know... USA - Sunday, November 24, 2002 at 19:39:12 (EST)
...and I repeat
USA - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 08:22:22 (EST)
Hey everyone, just wanted to see what was going on this week, I may be in town this week and wanted to get some clarity. Xero, whas up? Congrats on the return of your reading. Let me know if I can perhaps come through and bless it. Peace to ALL of the BR poets (hopefully, I can vibe with you guys when I come home)...and remember, 'Peace is the light that shines in the eyes of those who are not blind." -LJK
Larry 'The Prodigal Sun' Knight <ljk93@aol.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 18:23:39 (EST)
Dawn...how well do I know about those babes...mine are a little older so Im a little freer...*smilin* But yes, enjoy that time with them while you can. You certainly can't get it back when it's gone. Peaches and Lub!
Jackie Brown
Bust, USA - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 17:46:44 (EST)
Hey RC...I ain't forgot aboutcha. School first tho...Ill be a free agent after Dec 6 at least until spring semester kicks off. Glad to know Im missed. *smilin* Until the next encounter...
Jackie Brown
Bust-ed, LA USA - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 17:42:38 (EST)
ROOM CHECK ROOM CHECK...RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOU ARE HERE !
a little bit of nothing
USA - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 10:47:30 (EST)
Oh, Miss Dawn. Thanks for stopping by the Moon last week. You were certainly one of the highlights and Miss Jackie, where have you been?
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 10:04:12 (EST)
Yeah Mike Thanks! Believe it or not we're still there? We're gonna hold on to that room as long as we can AND we've got other options working as well. As for the cold, all I can say man is, BRING IN THE BRASS MONKEYS!
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 09:48:48 (EST)
Donney - help me out here. Oral Climax - held every other month, beginning December 2? Eclectic Truth - held every week at Culture. But what's the day/time? RC - I went ahead and put something on the web page about PA - is that cool? My best to everyone. It's butt-freezing cold here in the land of cows and tornadoes.
Mike the Confused
Goat-Rope, OK USA - Sunday, November 24, 2002 at 22:18:32 (EST)
hey! thanks jackie b. i missed ya'll too. i am trying to spread myself around. i can't, or rather, won't make every function because i have stayed so busy all the time while i was in school. and now that i've graduated (fall 2001) and my boys are in school (with homework of their own) i try not to do so much because them babies need good ol' fashioned quality time at the crib :) but i'll be at the next slam. sounds like the last was a good turn out and that every one had fun. but i've dropped the chi'rens off to mawmaw and pawpaw's for a few days for the thanksgiving holiday. so, i'll be at culture monday at 10:30-- right? hey, let me know if that ain't the time and place. be beautiful and be blessed -- love peace and plenty hair grease
The Lovely Lady "D. Virtuous" <dawndcollins@hotmail.com>
baton rouge, la USA - Sunday, November 24, 2002 at 20:31:25 (EST)
Has another place been chosen, for the slam this Wednesday night, since Mortorano's Italian Deli will not be able to host this week?
Inquiring minds want to know...
USA - Sunday, November 24, 2002 at 19:39:12 (EST)
yo Mike, The Poetry Alliance reading @ Culture's will be called "Ecletic Truth", our bi-monthly weeknight venue will be the "Oral Climax", it will start on Dec. 2nd at the Velvet Room, located off the Acadian Thwy. Just a little something to add to the announcements. thanks, d. brasco
itsnotimportant <same>
tha raggedy, la USA - Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 18:20:21 (EST)
YES! RC, i would keep my eye on Ozzy, if i dear to say it now, he may make the national team. Of course if the other poets at the nationals have nothing against etting there butts kicked by a teenager!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 13:00:10 (EST)
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4 Caribbean Cruises
san clemente, ca USA - Friday, November 22, 2002 at 20:33:44 (EST)
IT LIVES!!! Through the use of CPR (cardio-poetry resuscitation) by Donnie Brasco and the Dog. Along with the able assistance of the "YOUsual sUSpects" and a smile or two from the Poetry Gods. The "Poets Anonymous Show" was revived from it's recent comatose state last evening, into a once again viable entity with as many as forty guest in attendance and eleven poets to read. With an unusual tag team hosting format and the formal debut of our new logo, designed by local graphics artist Daniel Jones (who was also in attendance). We shared poetry and good company, as well as enjoying home made white beans and rice with corn bread. Yes, the Spanish Moon will be making an attempt to once again feed us, even if the menu may be limited. Make plans to be here next Thursday for a Thanksgiving celebration as your most gracious host Donnie Brasco, serves up heaping helpings of Hip-Hop and generous portions of Prose. We'll have mounds of Metaphors, savory Similes sliced up just the way you like em and you never know, the ole Dog may even ladle on a Limerick or two. Please join us as our extended poetry family gathers to stand up and offer thanks for the friendships and freedoms we enjoy. We hope to see you there! P.S. Slam was really great this week as well. That kid Ozzie's got it goin on and John-E, I especially enjoyed your piece. Keep it up man!
WOOF!!!
USA - Friday, November 22, 2002 at 18:12:38 (EST)
Hey, Jackie, I inadvertantly used the name, Grant...that is part of my pen name, my friends know me by this name, and call me Grant. Most of my email is signed that way...I wasn't thinking, I forgot that I am known as Susan at the slam, but as Zero said, Susan Who??? the other night shows you that I could go by any name...Also, we need to look into this related thing...could be...wouldn't mind having a sister...we can discuss it at the Main Street Market (employed there Tuesday and Thursdays)...come take a look see!
Susan
USA - Friday, November 22, 2002 at 06:59:29 (EST)
Hey Susan, I saw you when u tipped in. When I looked for you afterwards, I didn't see u. I was trying to get around to speaking to everyone...there were a lot of people I knew personally there last night that I hadn't seen in a long time. Sorry we missed each other. I haven't forgotten about your request either (one of the reasons I was looking for you after the slam.) Ill give it 2 you next time. I hope all is well with you. P. S. Is Grant your last name? That's my maiden name...*smilin* Maybe we're related!
Jackie Brown
Busted Up, LA USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 22:26:27 (EST)
Jackie, I sat in the back, you sat in the front and when it was all over I didn't even get to tell you good bye...next time, let's make an effort to meet somewhere in-between...Susan (Who?)
Grant
USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 19:48:13 (EST)
Well, $5 was just a little too high for this poor female. Is there such a thing as a free slam??? Probably not. *sigh* Oh well everything has it's price I suppose.
Curious
USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 15:37:19 (EST)
Hey Dawn! Missed u at the open last night...
Jackie Brown
Big & Busted, LA USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 12:00:20 (EST)
To the person asking about Moonlark theater pics - the theater is not in limbo. Ray, John, and others have been working steadily on it. However, it's been a while since I've gotten some new pictures. I haven't been to BR with my digital camera in a while, and Ray's been too busy (with school, the slam, the theater, the productions he's working on, etc.) to take pictures and send them to me. But you have a good point - we do need some new pics. So...RAY snap some cool pics over the Thanksgiving holiday and send them up to me.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 10:08:53 (EST)
so.... what's the poetry agenda for the week of thanksgiving? what will and won't be poppin' in the big raggedy? will the slam still be on wednesday? will there still actually be open mic on thanksgiving thursday? all these questions and more i would love answered. thank you kindly for your response. be beautiful and be blessed love peace and plenty hair grease blah blah blah
The Lovely Lady "D. Virtuous" (smile) <DawnDCollins@hotmail.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 06:34:19 (EST)
It's over. The fat lady sang.
A side of french fries to go with that !
USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 23:57:34 (EST)
Nice Site, Keep it up!!
private Krankenversicherung <webmaster7@qualityinsurance.de>
Munich, - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 13:25:00 (EST)
Dear Curious, If you are female the price for tonight's SOUL FUSION, will remain @ $5, if you're male the price goes up after 11pm. Donney "Brasco"-Simple But Dope Productions,LLC
Donney Brasco <simplebutdope@blackplanet.com>
big raggedy, la USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 12:52:20 (EST)
Yes a $5.00 Donation is asked for SOUL FUSION!!!
Liberty
Soul Fusion, La USA - Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at 14:22:22 (EST)
QUESTION Does Soul Fusion have a price? If yes, how much?
Curious
USA - Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at 02:31:15 (EST)
Howdy. I really miss all you poetry peps. Just the other day there was a random customer at work that asked me if I still wrote and went to the slams...unfortunately, I am a without transportation at the moment. This inexperienced writer is also coming to the conclusion that her style is not that poetic and not wishing to be another Eminem of the world shy at indulging my taste for rap. Point being in spite of my continual disappearances, I miss all you crazy poetry kids and you will be seeing my face pop up again some time in the near future. Keep spitin' it.
Peppermint Patty <pattiecakes@aol.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at 02:21:09 (EST)
Could we please have the photos of the year's progress for the theater? Or is it in limbo?
Gladdguest...oh that reads addguest...
USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 17:18:52 (EST)
How about "Verbalgasm"?
mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
stillwater, ok USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 11:34:46 (EST)
Thanks for the announcement Mike, it was greatly appreciated. We may be changing the name of the "Oral Climax" for the Club Culture reading, we'll let you know when we find another name. Peace to all, and to all a good night...well, morning. D. Brasco
Donney
brc, la USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 10:32:33 (EST)
Alright back there!!! If I have to pull this poem over I swear...
Woof!!!
USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 09:30:30 (EST)
Donney and Xero - please see the announcements about Soul Fusion and Oral Climax on the Moonlark Home Page and see if I got all of the details right. Please let me via email (melancon@moonlark.org or here on the guest book.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 09:29:36 (EST)
m.o.n.k.e.y.s............and noodles.
shelley
USA - Sunday, November 17, 2002 at 12:31:22 (EST)
Hay Shelley, which monkey's??? M-O-N-K-E-Y-S OR M-O-N-K-E-ES!!!!
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 23:33:44 (EST)
I have seen many performances here and abroad, so, I am not a virgin to the theatre world. Tonight the Imp of the Perverse which was performed by Ray, Jon, Lauren, Bronwen, Glenn, Francine and directed by Rachel drew you in with such intimacy that you would forget to breathe...BRAVO...MERAVIGLIOSO...ENCORE!
Cherry Coke Please
USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 22:20:42 (EST)
I have an extra ticket for tonight's performance of the Imp etc...let me know if you want it before I leave this evening...I will be leaving around 6 PM.
Susan S.
USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 15:44:06 (EST)
What about them?
Liberty <www.angelfire.com/indie/liberty>
We miss you crazy, shelly... USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 14:40:01 (EST)
MONKEYS!!!!
shelley <pincushion@antisocial.com>
USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 08:14:18 (EST)
I hope you are feeling better Trey.
A. L.
USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 21:29:31 (EST)
sorryi couldnt be there last night i wasnt feeling to good sounds like every one had a good night last night hope i can get there next week.....peeeaacccee
trey <raven70812@yahoo.com>
nowhere, LA USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 12:03:05 (EST)
That was one of the best Grand Slams ever. I loved it, even thou i only goated. SO MANY GOOD POETS! I hope to come next week with some new poetry. later
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 10:23:47 (EST)
I would *NEVER* disrespect a man's (or Dog's) vodka-laden vernacular.
Mike <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, OK USA - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 16:10:41 (EST)
We are all here, just reading you.
A. L.
USA - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 08:59:49 (EST)
I have no clue RC, but i know now why my pen is so wet :::shakes pen to see drool fly off::: I'm hoping to come wednesday even thou it's the grand slam and i can't read. See ya'll there. laters
Cosmos <Blueshaman13@hotmail.com>
Outer Rim of the Galaxy, USA - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 10:54:06 (EST)
HEY!!! Was that a jab at the Dog's vodka laden vernacular?
WOOF!!!
USA - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 09:03:01 (EST)
Well, all of you may have noticed that I just did the annual purge of the guestbook. If you look at the top of this guestbook page, you'll find links to the prior years' guestbooks. Donney, glad to hear that you got a new site for Soul Fusion, and I'm DAMN GLAD to hear that Oral Climax is back in action. (I feel connected b/c the OC is going to be held on Oklahoma street, and I live in Oklahoma. Is that what they call synchronicity?) I'm going to put an announcement for both gigs on the announcements section of the home page. My best to all of you, and may the poetry flow from your pens like slobber from a Dog's mouth.
Mike the Expurgator <melancon@moonlark.org>
Stillwater, ok USA - Sunday, November 10, 2002 at 17:48:39 (EST)