A Sonnet On It

“It” is a dummy when “it” asks the time
or speaks of the weather, like when you say,
“It’s eight” or “It’s snowing.” “It” is a crime
to just ignore “it” in “It’s a nice day!”

In so many places can this “it” fit.
In “Stop it” or “Do it,” “it’s” just a prop!
But then there’s anticipatory “it,”
and here's an example: "It's fun to shop."

And here's another: “It’s good to see you.”
“What’s good,” I ask? “To see you” is good.
Reverse the sentence; flush “it” down the loo!
Folks, though, still will prefer “it” (as they should)!

A singular pronoun is “it,” but much more.
Let’s enjoy “it” and all “it” is used for!

Dec. 5, 2017
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Thomas Avatar
December 14, 2017 at 12:01 PM
Lol I love your take on the contest! That is if it's for the contest :)
Lawless Avatar
December 13, 2017 at 11:53 AM
Oh stop it! stop it!...this one had me chuckling Andrea, some great word play and confusing contradictive "it-isms". Thanks for entering the contest
Walker Avatar
December 10, 2017 at 6:22 PM
English lesson with humor, love you sis.
Inman Avatar
December 9, 2017 at 12:48 AM
Well thought out with a touch of humor.
Warlov Avatar
December 7, 2017 at 10:29 AM
It fits... I think. Or is it an It Fit?
One Avatar
December 7, 2017 at 5:23 AM
Hahaha.. now this is clever.. and a great sonnet..
Parmale Avatar
December 6, 2017 at 7:06 PM
Uhhh...I never imagined that there can be a poem on It...It is so well executed dear Andrea
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 6, 2017 at 2:10 PM
This is splendidly clever Andrea. I see another winner! Who but you could take a simple word like 'it' and make 'it' so entertaining! Loved it! No pun intended!
Kannan Avatar
December 6, 2017 at 9:01 AM
"It" is such a clever write Andrea... You are my inspiration... Brilliantly done... Loved it... Reads like a winner...
Rodrigues Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 8:53 PM
A sonnet - “It” is a pleasure to read :)
S     Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 8:24 PM
Oh my Gosh!!! That was so witty! Loved this Andrea!!
Krampe Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 7:34 PM
What a creative idea, Andrea. I like your sonnet. Good luck in the contest.
Wolf Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 6:19 PM
And you definitely have 'it", Andrea! Superbly done. Love IT!!!
Parker Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 5:56 PM
nicely done, I assume for the "it" contest
May Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 5:30 PM
The "its" have "it"!.....Very nicely done Andrea...winning wishes
Stebbings Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 2:30 PM
What an unusual and creative Sonnet, Andrea. Hope "it" does well in the contest. // Barry
Gondolf Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 2:07 PM
It was very clever and creative; I enjoyed reading "it" and I'm sure "it" will do well in it. John
Gauthier Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 2:05 PM
Very clever, Andrea. Really enjoyed this witty poem.
Cozart Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 1:07 PM
This has to be the cleverest most innovative poem I've seen on the Soup! Awesomely done!
Pandit Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 12:39 PM
Creativity at its best! Very original Andrea--A winner!
Allison Avatar
December 5, 2017 at 12:03 PM
Very clever take on 'It's good luck in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx
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