Batchelder The Great
Shawn Batchelder, Thank you and all the generous Vocal App readers who support us.
Shawn Batchelder, a vocal member, tipped me in support of a poem I wrote. Without any creations of his own, I have no means to thank him beyond deeming him a patron and penning this poem in his honor. Thank you, Shawn, for your kind generosity. I hope you see this.
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Batchelder The Great
In days of old and the landed class,
an Earl named Shawn came to town.
Fair-minded and a great reader, alas
of undisputed renown
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In search of new books, he walked the street
and strode the waterfront din.
Where merchants, oars, and patrons melee’d
a writer passed with a golden pen.
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Allured, in splendor, he followed in stride
to Vocals Publishing House.
Inside, he inquired, what does he write?
"Poems and prose, contests espoused."
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The app is yours to freely acquire
and read his work, comment, and tip.
"What’s your name sir? Why do you inquire?"
"Shawn Batchelder, Earl of Lypp."
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"Poetry and prose suit me the best,
Consumed in the night at home.
Please tip him this fiver, I request
to read his work when alone. "
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Once home and Vocals app downloaded
He read the creations shared.
Subscribed, he hearted all he posted.
With a tip, he paid the fare.
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For an epic penned Batchelder the Great,
a Pulitzer was awarded
The author and patron linked by fate
when his creations, he supported.
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"I’m forever grateful, kind Earl,
and for your kindness tendered.
May the stars above shine gifts on your world,
Bringing love and joy unmeasured."
About the Creator
J. S. Wade
Since reading Tolkien in Middle school, I have been fascinated with creating, reading, and hearing art through story’s and music. I am a perpetual student of writing and life.
J. S. Wade owns all work contained here.
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Comments (4)
Lovely tribute Scott!
Aww, this is wonderful. Well done.
Really enjoyable.
Love it! This happened to me, also - from someone else - I hope he sees this! 💕