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Manspread

A scourge on subways is the guy Whose legs are widely splayed So those who want to sit won’t try – They’re shy or just afraid. His manspread takes two seats at least As if it is his right, Though others think this selfish beast Is more than impolite. The MTA*’s creating ads To focus on these guys, Though likely such obnoxious cads Will never compromise. I wish I had the kind of nerve To challenge such a man And give him what he does deserve – A kick right in the can! *Metropolitan Transit Authority

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015




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Date: 1/16/2015 7:26:00 PM
Too cute. I have been enjoying reading many of your poems this evening, Ilene. You have such a natural way with rhyme, and an easy flow with meter.
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Date: 1/10/2015 5:53:00 PM
hahaha, you are so good, Ilene. You could change the last verse so that you end up with a rhyme to kick him in the balls. But it's a great ending line! I think I heard the term manscaping somewhere as well. Hey, is MTA truly creating ads? What a hoot.
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Date: 1/6/2015 9:01:00 PM
Well aren't they S P E C I A L! Too bad a well written poem like this would probably be lost on them. Peace. :)
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Date: 1/5/2015 2:03:00 PM
Yet another urban observation of one of the countless not-so-minor impolite behaviors that mar our everyday lives. And so ably stated! I enjoyed your poem Ilene.
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Date: 1/4/2015 4:44:00 PM
I see those guys here on the CTA and I hate when they wont give their seat to the elderly
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Date: 1/4/2015 4:18:00 PM
I'm LM on this one!!! :) You are so good, Ilene. I love coming here and having my spirits lifted. I'd go for somewhere else too! ;)
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Date: 1/4/2015 4:17:00 PM
Cute write Ilene. Thank you for your comment. Love, Joyce
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