::Dr. Indy comes out again, nodding as he approaches the
podium in a serious tone. As he faces the audience he clears his throat::
Dr. Indy:
Gathered here we are
In radiant splendor fine
From places near and far
Masters of word and line
To present awards and honors
Deserved to those who gave
All this past year and won’ers
The Acorns we so crave
Now therefore I shall deliver
The names of those who made
Our list, and do quiver
To know who will bade
First as this year’s Best Verse winner…
“The Gadgetclocky”, Bock's Car 509
“2003 Halloween Poem” Cyber Daimyo
“Reply to Cyber Daimyo's 2003 Halloween Poem”, Ray Jones
Dr. Indy: The card, if you would…
::Dr. Indy receives the envelope and opens it::
Dr. Indy:
The winner this year won the title by far
So get it up for our very own Bock’s Car!
::bock's car rises from his seat and makes his way toward the stage, acknowledging well-wishers as he goes. Reaching the podium, he accepts his award from Dr. Indy::
Bock’s Car: Thank you.
::Then he looks to the crowd, raising the award overhead::
Bock’s Car: And thank you! I am very honored to accept this award. When I posted this poem, I had no idea of the response it would receive. I felt it to be just a little bit of fluff. Needless to say, you felt otherwise. It was met with immediate and positive feedback. Ray Jones even asked to use it in his Calendar. Any initial fear I had of rejection evaporated right then. I owe this moment to all of you, my fellow Rangerphiles. I hope to continue to contribute in the future, and I hope I can live up to your expectations. It's been a hoot, thank you all again".
::Bock's car exits stage and returns to his seat and high-fives Greyhound Bus. Dr. Indy heads off as well, nodding to the audience::