Carolyn Devonshire Poet Limerick

Accept My Apologies

I’m sorry that I had to rob a bank
To buy your lavish aquarium tank
     Starkist rejects share a cell
     And Charlie’s begun to smell
Our debtors’ prison is bleak to be frank

If you can find a way to make my bail
Criminal activity I’ll curtail
     I’ll acquiesce to your wish
     Bid adieu to this foul fish
And worship you like you’re the Holy Grail

I’ll never mention the credit card fees
That swelled from your holiday shopping sprees
     You’ll find I’m truly contrite
     For snoring all through the night
And inadvertently cutting the cheese

Can you forgive me? I don’t deserve you
You’re the cream of the crop; I am just pooh
     Thank you for pointing this out
     Let’s put an end to this bout
To make reparations, I’ll ingest bamboo

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Jslambert Mister Roboto March 9, 2011 at 4:16 PM I am quite interested in your style. It makes me smile. ~JS

Robert Pettit January 8, 2011 at 3:06 PM I see you are not only knowledgeable about history, but you also have a great sense of humor. Your talent shines through once again in this entry.

Deb Radke January 7, 2011 at 11:35 AM Very, very biting. You write so well. This is a most enjoyable poem to read. Congratulations on your winning position in the contest. I'd like to see part II of this poem. What happens from all this 'truly contrite'ness? Is there anyway you can treat us to a part II? Congratulations Carolyn. I really enjoyed this one. Love, Deb

Jimmy Anderson January 2, 2011 at 7:38 PM Hey Sis! Thanks for the comments you leave on my poems. They're always appreciated! Happy New Year! Love, Jimmy

Daniel Cwiak January 1, 2011 at 3:32 PM Very funny write, Carolyn. Please accept my apology for not commenting sooner and congratulating you on your win. Have a great New Year ! Dan C

James Fraser December 31, 2010 at 10:30 AM Many congratulations on your win in BG's contest Carolyn....:)

Francine Roberts December 31, 2010 at 9:41 AM funny one Carolyn, congrats on your win in the contest

Wilma Neels December 31, 2010 at 8:20 AM Stunning entry and congratulations Carolyn on your win in BG's contest.. Many blessings to you for the New Year Carolyn, love Wilma

Carrie Richards December 31, 2010 at 7:52 AM A great apology, Carolyn.....I love the unsubtle sarcasim and humor....someone needed to hear this!! Congratulations, and well done!!! I do hope you are feeling much better today! Happy New Year, dear Carolyn...and all the best wishes for a healthy 2011 ! Love, Carrie

Eamon Duffin December 31, 2010 at 7:29 AM Hi Carolyn. Congratulations on your success with this fine write.No more than you deserve. Peace and joy in 2011.A cara Eamon

Carol Sunshine Brown December 31, 2010 at 6:51 AM Congratulations on your win Carolyn in Barbara Gorelick's contest "Apology Accepted". Love Carol

Kash Poet December 31, 2010 at 6:10 AM Congrats Carolyn on yuor well deserved win and wish you a very HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Joyce Johnson December 30, 2010 at 9:55 PM Oh how did I miss this one? Either Christmas or the flu kept me occupied. Very funny Carolyn and congratulations. Love, joyce

Barbara Gorelick December 30, 2010 at 9:34 PM Oh LNC, congrats my dear on your success with your funny piece..a 3rd ..on the funny side. I want to see you injest bamboo..that made me laugh..as well as the cutting the cheese bit. love..BG

Joe Maverick December 28, 2010 at 3:44 PM I don't think its a very good idea to ingest bamboo Carolyn, Ha Ha perhaps sugar cane? although you might get a bit hyperactive? all the best for the new year.

Kabuteng P.Ink K. December 28, 2010 at 11:05 AM What a witty and funny write, Carolyn-- I am sure that they'd be accepting your apology-- who would be able to resist with such humor ;) btw hope you don't mind me saying there's a missing "o" in apologies in your title-- hope this helps-- hugs nikko :)

James Peranteau December 28, 2010 at 6:52 AM Well my dear Carolyn, this sure was a witty write and deserves a top spot indeed ! Your are truly a clever writer dear poet, and I enjoy very one of your poems my precious friend ! Again...Happy New year to you and yours ! much love, james

John Freeman December 27, 2010 at 7:00 PM Smoo....cheese, I guess you're talking about in the third one. Smile! Smooth write Carolyn. Agape, Moses

David Smalling December 27, 2010 at 7:26 AM It takes a special kind of wit to write like this, and you have it. Thanks for reading my poem, Florida ... I hope I met half your expectation

Wilma Neels December 26, 2010 at 11:37 PM A witty and humorous write Carolyn that I enjoyed this morning.. All the best for the contest ;-) love Wilma

Robert A. Dufresne December 26, 2010 at 2:49 PM haha very funny Carolyn! Now who is the funny one?! loved it

Lynette Chachere December 26, 2010 at 8:57 AM haha..funny poem. & your rhymes are well thought out, makes your apology perfect. ~Always&Forever Lynette

Walayee Poet Lay Whitlock-Ishway December 26, 2010 at 7:17 AM Hey Carolyn, this write is so humerous! Its wrapped in a bunch of truths too. I enjoyed reading it; good luck in the contest... Lay

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen December 26, 2010 at 1:43 AM LIfe can be distraughtful at times. But when there is love and true friendship, apologies are not necessary. Forgiveness comes readily. As for the bamboo...I have heard that some varieties taste very good! It's all in the choice and preparation, I guess. This is an excellent write with strong emotion. May God bring you happiness and more understanding from those you love. Lovingly, Dane Ann

Debbie Guzzi December 25, 2010 at 4:58 PM YIKES! I hope this was not a real tale? BIG big HUGS! Light & Love & Merry Christmas

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