SAUL & BASEBALL

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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