A Little Off Centre

A little off centre has its perks
That's why humour usually works

It sure can liven a boring talk
Maybe a Monty Python silly walk

Silly words can bring a smile
To help forget for just a while

The awful things taking place
The world has fallen in disgrace

We need to talk and have a beer
Change the mood of hate and fear

Let's turn to each and every man
Say 'howdy friend', extend a hand

Try a line of which you're fond
'D'ya hear the one about the blonde?'

Ya know it's gotta be worth a try
To put a twinkle in someone's eye

So listen to what I have to say
It may just save the world one day

Laugh a lot and chuckle often
Too soon you'll be leaving in a coffin

© Jack Ellison 2012

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012



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Date: 3/23/2018 10:11:00 PM
"Maybe a Monty Python silly walk" Love that show! Another sweet one. (: Always, Laura
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Jack Ellison
Date: 3/24/2018 6:58:00 AM
Couldn't get enough of it! Too bad it had to end! Lovsies, Happy Jack XOX
Date: 10/11/2012 6:31:00 AM
A little off centre is exactly what is required Jack :) absolutely love this!!
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Jack Ellison
Date: 10/11/2012 6:38:00 AM
"Laugh a lot and chuckle often"... my motto! Glad you liked it Wilma! Love, happy thoughts, and big fat hugs, Jack
Date: 10/8/2012 3:31:00 PM
A little off centre, but right on course. A chuckle, a grin can be quite a force. A well told joke's never been my thing. But I sure am glad when one, someone brings.
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Jack Ellison
Date: 10/8/2012 7:39:00 PM
Great... you comments are so lyrical! Love 'em... thanks again Robert!
Date: 10/8/2012 10:56:00 AM
It's very nice and interesting. Enjoyed your Off Centre. Wonderful inspiration. Loved always, bl
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Jack Ellison
Date: 10/8/2012 12:41:00 PM
A great big thank you my friend... big hugs for your kind words! Love, Jack
Date: 10/6/2012 11:04:00 AM
We are soooo alike in mind here. Beautifully done.
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Jack Ellison
Date: 10/6/2012 11:34:00 AM
YUP! Carol and Jack, Jack and Carol... the dynamic Duo! LOL xox
Date: 10/6/2012 10:22:00 AM
A brilliant poem here!!You are a great poet.Love this!
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Jack Ellison
Date: 10/6/2012 10:24:00 AM
Thank you for those very kind words my poet friend! They are very much appreciated! Cheers
Date: 10/5/2012 4:31:00 PM
i think you have suceeded in this wonderful poem, Jack, at least it got the blondes going.. enjoyed
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Jack Ellison
Date: 10/5/2012 4:36:00 PM
Yes, I think that was an "oops' moment! How insensitive of me! LOL All in fun...
Date: 10/5/2012 11:08:00 AM
"Silly and funny words" can make your day happy. - Have a happy afternoon Jack. - oxox love Anne-Lise :)
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Jack Ellison
Date: 10/5/2012 12:27:00 PM
Glad I've made you smile Miss Norway! Hugs and much love, Jack xox
Date: 10/5/2012 9:11:00 AM
wonderful! love the ending, too!
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Date: 10/5/2012 11:03:00 AM
Yup! That's where we're all headed eventually! Love and happy thoughts, Jack
Date: 10/5/2012 7:51:00 AM
Hi there jack ,don't forget i am blonde.... no I totally agree with you, in fact as a blonde female driver I take all the flack xx
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Date: 10/5/2012 11:00:00 AM
Oooops! Sorry about the blonde thingy! LOL xox
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