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		<title>A Toast Or Tribute Is A Treasured Gift</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:26:34 +0000</pubDate>
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THE BEST PRESENT
When there&#8217;s a  special occasion to celebrate, toasts or tributes in rhyme usually end  up being the most appreciated gift gift you can give someone. That&#8217;s because everyone  wants to hear nice things about themselves. We all want to feel loved  and appreciated, and words telling us so make [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>THE BEST PRESENT</strong></p>
<p>When <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions -  tares teeters theaters theatres theirs theories   ">there&#8217;s</span> a  special occasion to celebrate, toasts or tributes in rhyme usually end  up being the most appreciated gift gift you can give someone. <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - Tagus tats   ">That&#8217;s</span> because everyone  wants to hear nice things about themselves. We all want to feel loved  and appreciated, and words telling us so make us feel on top of the  world.</p>
<p><strong>NOT EVERYONE CAN RHYME</strong></p>
<p>Most people <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - cachinnate   ">can&#8217;t</span> write straight toasts  or tributes, never mind rhyming ones. After all, the ability to rhyme is  not something that can be learned. It is a gift. Some people are born  with it and others are not. And if <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - yore   ">you&#8217;re</span> not, you can try and try and drive yourself absolutely crazy, only to  have nothing to show for it at the end of your struggles.</p>
<p><strong>HIRE A  GHOSTWRITER</strong></p>
<p>Those who can, do, and those who <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - cachinnate   ">can&#8217;t</span> should hire a  ghostwriter to do it for you. You can go on the internet and do a search  for toasts or tributes in clever rhyme and you will surely find one.  Organize your thoughts and figure out what it is you want to say to the  person you are honoring. Keep in mind the occasion that is being  celebrated. Is it a birthday, anniversary, graduation or maybe <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - maters matters meters metiers   ">Mother&#8217;s</span> Day, <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - fathers   ">Father&#8217;s</span> Day,etc? The reasons to consider giving a custom written poem are  endless. But one thing is certain. No gift will ever be more  appreciated.</p>
<p><strong>THE PROCESS</strong></p>
<p>Think about what the person  means to you and what you want to say to them. Once <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - yipe yippee yippie yob yobbo   ">you&#8217;ve</span> written everything down <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - yore   ">you&#8217;re</span> ready to go. Use a service that is easy to order from. One where you  can send your details via email or through an email form submission.  Make sure they have a shopping cart for ease of ordering and <span style="color: #ff0000; border-bottom: 2px dotted #ff0000;" title="Suggestions - yore   ">you&#8217;re</span> done. Be sure they deliver  by email, thereby cutting down on delivery time, especially if you are  on a deadline.</p>
<p><strong>THE COST</strong></p>
<p>It&#8217;s best to find a service  that charges by the stanza. A stanza consists of four lines. That way  you are the one who decides how much you want to spend. A good writer  will be able to take the information you provide and organize it into  just the number of stanzas you want. He or she will be able to weave a  magical rhyming story that will mean more to the person receiving it  than any other gift. Your job, when ordering <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.rhymeshop.com/" target="_new">toasts or tributes</a>,  is to give interesting details. That way all concerned will be thrilled  with the results.</div>
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		<title>Tribute To My Lover</title>
		<link>http://rhymeshop.com/blog/?p=342</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 02:31:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Been sweatin&#8217; to the boom box
At the body boutique
My baby likes his lady lean and sleek
So I&#8217;m  pumpin&#8217;  iron
Goin&#8217;  for the burn
Got a killer body in return
With the lights on
With the lights on
Now I do it with the lights on
Like a video queen, lookin&#8217;  sweet sixteen
Makin&#8217;  love&#8230; makin&#8217;  love
With the lights on
Nothin&#8217; beats paradin&#8217; in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>Been sweatin&#8217; to the boom box</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>At the body boutique</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>My baby likes his lady lean and sleek</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>So I&#8217;m  pumpin&#8217;  iron</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Goin&#8217;  for the burn</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Got a killer body in return</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>With the lights on</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>With the lights on</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Now I do it with the lights on</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Like a video queen, lookin&#8217;  sweet sixteen</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Makin&#8217;  love&#8230; makin&#8217;  love</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>With the lights on</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Nothin&#8217; beats paradin&#8217; in the buff</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Showin&#8217;  it all,  struttin&#8217; my stuff</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Now my muscles are firm</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>My desire&#8217;s high</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>I know the way to please my guy</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>With the lights on</strong></h2>
<h2>by Felicia Reymont</h2>
<h2><strong>Horace Linsley</strong></h2>
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		<title>Happy Birthday Nanny</title>
		<link>http://rhymeshop.com/blog/?p=340</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 03:28:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I know it&#8217;s your birthday
So I want to say
I hope you have fun
On you special day


In a couple of weeks 
We&#8217;ll spend it together
But I guess we won&#8217;t have
The same kind of weather


Maybe we&#8217;ll play Barbies
And change all their clothes
We&#8217;ll dress them up pretty
From their hair to their toes


We could play Play Doh
As long as [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>I know it&#8217;s your birthday</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>So I want to say</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>I hope you have fun</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>On you special day</strong></h2>
<h2><strong><br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>In a couple of weeks </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>We&#8217;ll spend it together</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>But I guess we won&#8217;t have</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>The same kind of weather</strong></h2>
<h2><strong><br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Maybe we&#8217;ll play Barbies</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>And change all their clothes</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>We&#8217;ll dress them up pretty</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>From their hair to their toes</strong></h2>
<h2><strong><br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>We could play Play Doh</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>As long as it&#8217;s new</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Which it usually is</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Thanks to you</strong></h2>
<h2><strong><br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>I miss you nanny</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>&#8216;Cause you&#8217;re so much fun</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Of  all the grandmas there  are</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You&#8217;re the  BEST  ONE</strong></h2>
<h2><strong> created by <a title="Birthday Toast for Nanny" href="http://www.rhymeshop.com">rhymeshop.com</a><br />
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		<title>Birthday Toast</title>
		<link>http://rhymeshop.com/blog/?p=335</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 01:53:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dear Diane
Congratulations 
On your special day
You don&#8217;t look three score and ten 
No way
Seeing you again 
Was a special treat 
We need many more 
Happy reasons to meet
Enjoying fine ice cream 
We formed a bond
We&#8217;ll treasure the memory 
Of  St. Armand

Keep up with your beading
May it bring you success
Here&#8217;s to your health 
And happiness 
 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>Dear Diane</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Congratulations </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>On your special day</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You don&#8217;t look three score and ten </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>No way</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Seeing you again </strong></p>
<p><strong>Was a special treat </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>We need many more </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Happy reasons to meet</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Enjoying fine ice cream </strong></p>
<p><strong>We formed a bond</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>We&#8217;ll treasure the memory </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Of  St. Armand<br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Keep up with your beading</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>May it bring you success</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Here&#8217;s to your health </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>And happiness </strong></h2>
<h2><strong> created by <a title="Birthday Toast" href="http://www.rhymeshop.com">www.rhymeshop.com</a><br />
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<h2><strong><br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong> </strong></h2>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 01:52:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dear Diane

Congratulations on your special day
You don&#8217;t look three score and ten, no way
Seeing you again was a special treat 
We need many more happy reasons to meet
Enjoying fine ice cream we formed a bond
We&#8217;ll treasure the memory of St. Armand

Keep up with your beading, may it bring you success!
Here&#8217;s to your health and happiness [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>Dear Diane<br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Congratulations on your special day</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You don&#8217;t look three score and ten, no way</p>
<p>Seeing you again was a special treat </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>We need many more happy reasons to meet</p>
<p>Enjoying fine ice cream we formed a bond</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>We&#8217;ll treasure the memory of St. Armand<br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Keep up with your beading, may it bring you success!</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Here&#8217;s to your health and happiness </strong></h2>
<h2><strong> created by <a title="Birthday Toast" href="http://www.rhymeshop.com">www.rhymeshop.com</a><br />
</strong></h2>
<h2><strong><br />
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<h2><strong> </strong></h2>
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		<title>Wedding Toast</title>
		<link>http://rhymeshop.com/blog/?p=331</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:52:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I actually fainted while giving a wedding toast.  When I came
to I was sprawled out on the carpet, the bridal party anxiously 
hovering over me.  I was beyond embarrassed. 


Yes,  I was suffering a case of the jitters when I stood up to give
my well rehearsed toast.  In fact I&#8217;d been nervous about this day [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>I actually fainted while giving a wedding toast.  When I came</strong></p>
<p><strong>to I was sprawled out on the carpet, the bridal party anxiously </strong></p>
<p><strong>hovering over me.  I was beyond embarrassed. </strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<p><strong>Yes,  I was suffering a case of the jitters when I stood up to give</strong></p>
<p><strong>my well rehearsed toast.  In fact I&#8217;d been nervous about this day ever</p>
<p>since I&#8217;d agreed to be the maid of honor for my best friend.  After</p>
<p>all, getting up and saying a few words was part of the gig.  But</p>
<p>pass out?  That was a bit extreme,to say the least.</p>
<p>It turns out that one of the greatest fears we humans have is</p>
<p>public speaking.  But why did I have to be so darned nervous</p>
<p>about giving a wedding toast for someone I&#8217;ve been close to all</p>
<p>my life? </strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<p><strong>I knew most of the guests.  In fact the five girls who were</p>
<p>the bridesmaids and I all grew up together.</p>
<p>I knew my girlfriend&#8217;s parents.  I knew her brothers.  Even her</p>
<p>aunts and uncles were like aunts and uncles to me, too.  The</p>
<p>whole family treated me like one of their own.   They joked about</p>
<p>how I would catch the bouquet and be the next one in our crowd</p>
<p>to get married.  They loved to tease about how I would meet my</p>
<p>prince charming and make his life a sorry mess. </strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
The point is, I should have been pretty relaxed about giving a</strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
wedding toast in front of people who cared about me  They</strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
always rooted for me and would never have been judgmental.</strong></p>
<p><strong></p>
<p>But, if the truty be told,  I was a wreck about it from the moment I</p>
<p>was asked to speak.  During the weeks that led up to the big event</p>
<p>I wrote and re-wrote what I wanted to say.  Yet I was never quite</p>
<p>satisfied.  I&#8217;m not that bad a writer, but being clever, witty and</p>
<p>sentimental all rolled into one  turns out not to be so easy.  I</p>
<p>wanted my wedding toast to bring down the house.  I yearned to</p>
<p>give my girlfriend the send-off she so deserved.  Turns out that&#8217;s a</p>
<p>pretty tall order.</strong></p>
<p><strong></p>
<p>I rehearsed my little speech over and over in my mind until I knew</p>
<p>it backwards and forwards.  But when my big moment came, I still</p>
<p>can&#8217;t believe I keeled over. </strong></p>
<p><strong></p>
<p>After trying  a thousand times to analize the most embarrassing</p>
<p>moment in my life, I&#8217;ve had a lightbulb moment.  I had been</strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
kidding myself all along.  I knew my wedding toast wasn&#8217;t that</p>
<p>entertaining.  The words I wrote hadn&#8217;t really captured what my</p>
<p>best friend meant to me.  When I tried writing about her many</p>
<p>attributes and my good wishes for her and her new husband it just</p>
<p>didn&#8217;t come across.   I managed to take all the life out of it . It was</p>
<p>dull and boring as could be.  And I&#8217;m not being hard on myself,</p>
<p>either. </strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
Writing a great wedding toast takes talent.  Certainly more</strong></p>
<p><strong><br />
than what I had.  Deep down I knew my speech wasn&#8217;t going to be</p>
<p>a winner and that&#8217;s why I fainted.</p>
<p>Had I had my head on straight I would have searched the internet</p>
<p>for a ghostwriter.  I had no idea you could hire hire someone  do it</p>
<p>for you.  In fact I didn&#8217;t even know if such a service existed.  But</p>
<p>now that I&#8217;ve done some research I can assure you that they do.</p>
<p>Believe me, next time I&#8217;m asked to make a wedding toast I will</p>
<p>hire  <a title="Wedding Toast" href="http://www.rhymeshop.com">www.rhymeshop.com</a> to make me shine. </strong></p>
<p><strong> I want to be the belle of the ball.  The words that come out of my </strong></p>
<p><strong>mouth will be pearls; so extraordinary and perfect for the occasion </strong></p>
<p><strong>that I will never feel nervous about making a toast again.</strong></p>
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		<title>Tribute To Teacher</title>
		<link>http://rhymeshop.com/blog/?p=328</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 02:17:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Congratulations, teacher
Thank you so much for the book
I&#8217;m very proud and honored
To see you used my hook
It&#8217;s been a while since last we spoke
So here is all the news
You haven&#8217;t seen me lately
Due to the recession blues
Discretionary income
Has dwindled quite a bit
But I keep writing all the time
Still hoping for a hit
So far there are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Congratulations, teacher</strong></p>
<p><strong>Thank you so much for the book</strong></p>
<p><strong>I&#8217;m very proud and honored</strong></p>
<p><strong>To see you used my hook</strong></p>
<p><strong>It&#8217;s been a while since last we spoke</strong></p>
<p><strong>So here is all the news</strong></p>
<p><strong>You haven&#8217;t seen me lately</strong></p>
<p><strong>Due to the recession blues</strong></p>
<p><strong>Discretionary income</strong></p>
<p><strong>Has dwindled quite a bit</strong></p>
<p><strong>But I keep writing all the time</strong></p>
<p><strong>Still hoping for a hit</strong></p>
<p><strong>So far there are no nibbles</strong></p>
<p><strong>Don&#8217;t know where to put the blame</strong></p>
<p><strong>My search for good collaborators</strong></p>
<p><strong>Seems to be in vain</strong></p>
<p><strong>And then without a warning</strong></p>
<p><strong>All my hair was falling out</strong></p>
<p><strong>Embarrassing and frightening</strong></p>
<p><strong>And wierd without a doubt</strong></p>
<p><strong>The medical profession</strong></p>
<p><strong>Was no help at all</strong></p>
<p><strong>But I stumbled on a cure myself</strong></p>
<p><strong>And I can smile again</strong></p>
<p><strong>I&#8217;ved missed your special classes</strong></p>
<p><strong>And your wonderful critiques</strong></p>
<p><strong>As things calm down I&#8217;m hoping</strong></p>
<p><strong>To be back one of these weeks</strong></p>
<p><strong>I tell the world about you</strong></p>
<p><strong>And your great ability</strong></p>
<p><strong>Your knowledge and insightfulness</strong></p>
<p><strong>Brought out the best in me</strong></p>
<p><strong>Good luck with the fantastic book</strong></p>
<p><strong>I love my bit of fame</strong></p>
<p><strong>Imagine what a thrill it was</strong></p>
<p><strong>To recognize my name</strong></p>
<p><strong>created by <a title="Tribute To Teacher" href="http://www.rhymeshop.com"> www.rhymeshop.com</a></strong></p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:11:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sixty years ago today
Way back when I was three
A baby girl was being born
Who&#8217;d mean the world to me
We didn&#8217;t meet &#8217;til we were grown
And commuting to the city
I&#8217;d never seen such sparkly eyes
She was so petite and pretty
We fell in love and tied the knot
How lucky could I get?
She was smart and sweet and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Sixty years ago today</h2>
<h2>Way back when I was three</h2>
<h2>A baby girl was being born</h2>
<h2>Who&#8217;d mean the world to me</h2>
<h2>We didn&#8217;t meet &#8217;til we were grown</h2>
<h2>And commuting to the city</h2>
<h2>I&#8217;d never seen such sparkly eyes</h2>
<h2>She was so petite and pretty</h2>
<h2>We fell in love and tied the knot</h2>
<h2>How lucky could I get?</h2>
<h2>She was smart and sweet and caring</h2>
<h2>All of ninety-nine pounds soaking wet</h2>
<h2>And so two kids from Yonkers</h2>
<h2>Worked and saved to buy a house</h2>
<h2>In Pelham we started a family</h2>
<h2>Me and my tiny spouse</h2>
<h2>Tanya gained eleven pounds</h2>
<h2>With our children, Mary and Ken</h2>
<h2>And once they were born she went right back</h2>
<h2>To ninety-nine pounds again</h2>
<h2>But years commuting back and forth</h2>
<h2>Became a real drag</h2>
<h2>After one too many snowstorms</h2>
<h2>We Jonses packed a bag</h2>
<h2>Off we moved to California</h2>
<h2>To frolic in the sun</h2>
<h2>We made the right decision</h2>
<h2>And life was much more fun</h2>
<h2>Every day was easier</h2>
<h2>No hats or coats or boots</h2>
<h2>We walked around in shorts and tee shirts</h2>
<h2>And I gave away my suits</h2>
<h2>Tanya&#8217;s talents really blossomed</h2>
<h2>In the balmy air</h2>
<h2>She made our home a castle</h2>
<h2>With her decorating flair</h2>
<h2>She kept us all well nourished</h2>
<h2>Because she&#8217;s an awesome cook</h2>
<h2>She could easily have a cooking show</h2>
<h2>Or publish a recipe book</h2>
<h2>Tanya&#8217;s quite the &#8220;handyman&#8221;</h2>
<h2>There&#8217;s nothing she can&#8217;t fix</h2>
<h2>She even made the surround sound work</h2>
<h2>With her little bag of tricks</h2>
<h2>Our house is always perfect</h2>
<h2>Tanya keeps the place pristine</h2>
<h2>The Queen could drop in unannounced</h2>
<h2>Thanks to Mrs. Clean</h2>
<h2>There is no better wife or mom</h2>
<h2>Or daughter, anywhere</h2>
<h2>And the way she loves our grandkids</h2>
<h2>Is just beyond compare</h2>
<h2>Ben and Angelina</h2>
<h2>Are the greatest kids on earth</h2>
<h2>They&#8217;re grandma Tanya&#8217;s pride and joy</h2>
<h2>She bonded with them at birth</h2>
<h2>Here&#8217;s to good health and happiness</h2>
<h2>And cruises on the sea</h2>
<h2>To our ninety-nine pound tiger</h2>
<h2>The heart of our family</h2>
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		<title>Wedding Toast</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:52:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The planet&#8217;s in financial meltdown
A pandemic&#8217;s galloping on
Woolworth closed its doors
And now the King of Pop is gone
The crooked politicians
What a bunch of greedy hounds
Busy buying duck homes
With our hard-earned pounds
These are strange times but nothing
Will rain on our parade
Luckily we&#8217;re cockeyed optimists
So we&#8217;ve got it made
We&#8217;re in this &#8217;til forever
We love each other loads
So [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The planet&#8217;s in financial meltdown<br />
A pandemic&#8217;s galloping on<br />
Woolworth closed its doors<br />
And now the King of Pop is gone</p>
<p>The crooked politicians<br />
What a bunch of greedy hounds<br />
Busy buying duck homes<br />
With our hard-earned pounds</p>
<p>These are strange times but nothing<br />
Will rain on our parade<br />
Luckily we&#8217;re cockeyed optimists<br />
So we&#8217;ve got it made</p>
<p>We&#8217;re in this &#8217;til forever<br />
We love each other loads<br />
So Daniel and I are getting hitched<br />
In case the world implodes</p>
<p>Not since John and Yoko<br />
Has there been a more formidable pair<br />
We&#8217;ve got the spark; we&#8217;ll make our mark<br />
With laughter, style and flair</p>
<p>My hubby&#8217;s a top notch film-maker<br />
Generous, kind and wise<br />
With a classy Bristolian accent<br />
And sparkling brown eyes</p>
<p>Now Mr. &amp; Mrs. Jones we&#8217;ll be<br />
A madcap husband and wife<br />
Always there for one another<br />
Making the most of life</p>
<p>Darlings we&#8217;re so greatful<br />
You&#8217;ve stuck with us all the way<br />
Be assured this isn&#8217;t just another<br />
Crazy escapade</p>
<p>A heartfelt thanks to our fabulous folks<br />
Of whom we&#8217;re incredibly proud<br />
Let&#8217;s raise a glass in celebration<br />
You&#8217;re an awesome crowd</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>created by  <a title="Wedding Toast" href="http://rhymeshop.com">www.rhymeshop.com</a></strong></em><a title="Wedding Toast" href="http://rhymeshop.com"><br />
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		<title>Thank You Tribute To My Doctor</title>
		<link>http://rhymeshop.com/blog/?p=320</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 03:18:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When I got my diagnosis 
I barely could cope
But with you as my doctor
I slowly gained hope


You have all the knowledge
This illness demands
I&#8217;m lucky to be
In your capable hands


You expertly chose 
What to give me and when
But I never would want 
To go through it again


What a nightmare it&#8217;s been
For a woman alone
And each time [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>When I got my diagnosis </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>I barely could cope</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>But with you as my doctor</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>I slowly gained hope</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>You have all the knowledge</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>This illness demands</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>I&#8217;m lucky to be</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>In your capable hands</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>You expertly chose </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>What to give me and when</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>But I never would want </strong></h2>
<h2><strong>To go through it again</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>What a nightmare it&#8217;s been</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>For a woman alone</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>And each time I&#8217;ve called you</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You answered the phone</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>Not once have you rushed me</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You wait patiently</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You couldn&#8217;t treat me better</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>If I was royalty</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>You have such compassion</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>More than your share</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>There&#8217;s not an M.D.</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Like you anywhere</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>I&#8217;m not a spring chicken</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>I&#8217;ve know doctors galore</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>But there&#8217;s not another</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Who gives his patients more</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>What brilliance it takes</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>To get where you&#8217;ve gotten</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>Yet you have such humility</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You aren&#8217;t spoiled rotten</strong></h2>
<p><strong><br />
</strong></p>
<h2><strong>Thank you sounds trite</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>But what more can I say</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>You&#8217;re my hero and I wish you</strong></h2>
<h2><strong>The best, come what may</strong></h2>
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