SAUL & BASEBALL
Extraterrestrial Challenge
Met an extraterrestrial, who called himself Saul.
Introduced him to America's pastime, baseball.
Cuz, had an extra ticket for the Rangers' game.
Inviting him to the stadium, wasn't lame.
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Outside the stadium, we waited in line.
A red Rangers' t-shirt fitting him just fine.
Saul wore a Texas Rangers' ball cap.
Wearing shades, looked like a chap.
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Inside the stadium, found our prime seats.
Wafting buttered popcorn, signeled time for some eats.
From the organ, music started to be played.
On screen, players' picturs were displayed.
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Saul learned that a fly ball wasn't good.
When the ball sailed over the wall, we stood.
Changing places at mid inning, was confusing.
Switching batting places, wasn't losing.
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Stealing bases, there was a run to gain.
Three outs concept was difficult to explain.
Rangers at bat, an RBI from a line drive.
Rooting for the Rangers, they score and thrive.
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Hitting and scoring, was the plan
before the the seventh inning began.
Stood for the God Bless America song.
With a four run lead, the Rangers did no wrong.
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Hours later, Saul loved baseball too.
Saul's color changed from green to blue.
Unable to hear me speak over the din.
Cheers, for the Rangers' win.
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Game day over, hugs, tears, and take care.
Leaving, Saul kept the Rangers' gear wear.
From blue to green, a mood thing, had no clue.
A return trip to earth, depends on his space ship crew.
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Writer's notes: This poem was written for the Extraterrestrial Challenge.
The Prompt
Write a rhyming poem about the first thing you would introduce to an alien on Earth.
Imagine: an alien has just landed on Earth for the first time. They're curious, wide-eyed*, and eager to learn about our world. Your mission is to introduce them to one thing that, to you, embodies the beauty, wonder, or quirks of our planet. Let your poem convey the momentousness or humor of this first introduction. Do you take them to Mardi Gras, make them watch your favorite sitcom, or share a slice of pizza? Whatever you choose, put your heart into it, have some fun, and be sure to make it rhyme!
*Editor's Note: We do not know if they have eyes.
In order for your submission to qualify, it must:
Rhyme. You can employ any rhyme scheme of your choosing.
Be submitted to the Poets community. Choosing a community is a final step in the submission process. Your poem may be rejected for word count requirements if it is submitted to any other community.
As a Texas Rangers fan, the first place we would go would be a baseball game. Besides, it's America's National Pastime.
Thank you for reading! You are appreciated!
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Aloha
About the Creator
Babs Iverson
Barbara J Iversen, also known as Babs Iverson, lives in Texas and loves her grandkids to the moon and back. After writing one story, she found that writing has many benefits especially during a pandemic and a Texas-size Arctic Blast.
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Comments (28)
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Glad that you shared Sistar Shining Sunbeam! Reminded me of university days in the States when my roommate tried to explain football (Note: In my country, we grew up calling it AMERICAN football.) Arrrrgghhhhh!!! 😫😝😫
A great and fun take on the challenge
Soooo fun, Babs!! What a great idea!!! 😍😍
I enjoyed playing as a young woman and watching after. And what an adventure for any alien😉💕
I truly enjoyed this one Babs. While not a sports fan in general, certainly not televised, I do enjoy the sheer exuberant energy of an ecstatic stand full of cheering spectators. I could feel the confusion and excitement. The color change was a neat touch. As for Saul … I saw Paul too. lol. Great Job. Best of luck.
Wow nice entry- I am not much into baseball but would love to see a game
writing skills are truly impressive
Oh what fun (not baseball; I’m not into sport 😂), but the poem was great 😍
It sounds like he enjoyed it 😁 Any relation to Paul? 🤪
I updated the version :https://vocal.media/poets/what-we-did-to-aliens If I omitted some other Alien poems of Yours just add to the comment with link and I will add with time Thank You!
Being a JAmerican I don't get baseball. Seems fun though, so happy your alien got it, I feel happy he had fun.
Terrific Adventures 👽❤️👌🎉📝👀
😆 Fun times for that Alien! Love it. ❤️
As much as I love baseball, I can totally get into this! LOL! GREAT poem! 😉
Aloha haha I enjoyed it so much great 😄💓
Wooohooooo! Saul must have had so much fun! Loved your poem!
Now that would be an experience. I laughed I cried...Love this Babs.
Such an effortless rhyme that flows the ease. Great job as always Babs! 💚
Fantastic! I love the use of your love for baseball (Being British, I've never seen or plyed it - I got stuck with, 'rounders', so lame!) Witty and adorable! Great read 🤍🤍🤍
Love this, Babs! So cute - baseball would definitely be a wonderful thing to show an alien. 🤗
Excellent take on the challenge
Nicely done Babs!
How cute! I love that he changed colors in the end!
Beyond Cute Babs!! Soon you will be called up as the Texas Rangers Intergalactic Ambassador! 😜🥰