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A Funny Thing Happened

A funny thing happened on the way to the john. I felt something magical coming on. I’m afraid there’s no denyin’ I accidentally let one loose. Don‘t blame the quiche, Lorraine! I have a special secret to tell. A funny thing happened on the way to Dunkin’ Donuts. I carpe diemed like nobody’s business. It’s not just a girl thing! Don’t get caught up in the whys. Many many long years ago a funny thing happened on the way to my hanging. ‘Twas the night before Christmas. No joke! The hangman said, “It’s time. Nice day for a funeral!” The psychopath rarely cries. Gotta laugh so I won’t cry. Death is not good-bye! This poem is awful! Date: July 19, 2019 Contest Title: 20 Titles from 20 Friends Poetry Contest Placed 3rd Sponsor: Richard Lamoureau Except for three words used to introduce a quotation, the poem consists completely of titles. A funny thing happened on the way to the john Cindy Rockwell I felt something magical coming on Caren Krutsinger I’m afraid there’s no denyin’ Gregory Barden I accidentally let one loose Jan Allison Don‘t blame the quiche, Lorraine Paul Callus I have a special secret to tell. Edward McCall A funny thing happened on the way to Dunkin’ Donuts Cheryl Hoffman I carpe diemed like nobody’s business. Maureen McGreavy It’s not just a girl thing Lu Loo Don’t get caught up in the why Carol Connell Many many long years ago Wendy Watson a funny thing happened on the way to my hanging Tom Cunningham ‘Twas the night before Christmas Tania Kitchin No joke Sandra Haight It’s time Emile Pinet Nice day for a funeral Gail DeBole The psychopath rarely cries Sunshine Smile Gotta laugh so I won’t cry Death is not good-bye This poem is awful Nina Parmenter

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Lu Loo

Date: 8/9/2019 2:49:00 PM

I love the scene you set, silly and cute. Loved it. thank you for using one of my titles. I am honored :)-luloo

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/9/2019 3:01:00 PM

Lu Loo, thank YOU so much! Janice

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/2/2019 9:02:00 AM

Congrats on your third place, thanks for entering my contest. ;0)

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/2/2019 10:32:00 AM

Thank you, Richard! I appreciate my placement! Janice

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/2/2019 7:45:00 AM

Great sense of humour Janice, love the poem, and congrats on your placement.

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/2/2019 8:13:00 AM

Thanks so much, Harry! Janice

Charles Messina

Date: 8/1/2019 7:20:00 PM

Very nice Janice. Congrats on your placement. Hugs Charlie

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/1/2019 9:37:00 PM

Thanks so much, Charles. Janice

Tania Kitchin

Date: 8/1/2019 4:52:00 PM

Congratulations Janice on your winning placement and thank you for using one of my poem titles!

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/1/2019 9:38:00 PM

Thanks so much, Tania, and you're welcome! Janice

Line Gauthier

Date: 8/1/2019 4:05:00 PM

Macabre but fun poem, Janice. Congrats on your win.

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/1/2019 4:27:00 PM

Thanks so much, Line! I worked hard on this one! Janice

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/1/2019 1:30:00 PM

- I don't agree with your last line ... (smiles) ... I'm proud to be a small part of this poem, Janice :) - Congratulations on your 3rd place on the winner list :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/1/2019 1:49:00 PM

Thanks so much, Anne-Lise! Janice

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/1/2019 10:42:00 AM

Well put together Janice, missed it first time around. You had great patience for sure. Congratulations. Tom.

Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/1/2019 12:46:00 PM

Yes, this one took a while! Thanks so much, Tom! Janice

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/23/2019 5:49:00 PM

Did you change this poem a little? I don't remember it being so funny first time i read it!!! I agree with your reply down here. this was QUITE the challenge.

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/23/2019 6:11:00 PM

No, I didn't change it. I'm so glad you got a kick out of it, Andrea. Janice

Joseph May

Date: 7/21/2019 6:11:00 PM

I like your 20 titles Janice..GL in the contest..

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/21/2019 9:18:00 PM

Thanks so much, Joseph! Janice

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 7/21/2019 1:44:00 AM

G'day Janice ... Dunno about awful. It's pretty humorous when you think of how many people is involved - thanks Janice - Lindsay

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/21/2019 7:26:00 AM

Thanks so much, Lindsay. Janice

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/20/2019 8:12:00 PM

You came up with a great amusing poem with this one, Janice. it was nice how you showed all the poets' names next to their titles!

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 9:47:00 PM

Thanks so much, Andrea. Instructions state give poets' names. I'm glad; I would have wanted to anyway. This one was a CHALLENGE! :-)

Caycay Jennings

Date: 7/20/2019 6:09:00 PM

It is not awful - it is highly and hilariously entertaining, a real hoot of creative humor. I think you did a great job and I truly enjoyed each line! Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 7:52:00 PM

THANK YOU so much, CayCay! Janice

Silent One

Date: 7/20/2019 5:19:00 AM

Great use of the 20 titles, well done Janice..

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 8:47:00 AM

I think building a house might have been easier! I REALLY worked on this one. Thanks so much for your comment, S.O. Janice

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/20/2019 1:10:00 AM

I am honored that you used one of my titles! A great job, Janice, and not easy at all to do. I have not had the nerve to try this one. It seems like an ultra-difficult challenge! You have done a wonderful job with it. I am sure it was difficult. Bravo!

Janice Canerdy
Date: 7/20/2019 8:40:00 AM

As I told S. O., I think building a house might have been easier. I spent a LONG time on this one, started over three times! Thank you so much for your comment, Caren! Janice