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All Things Can Tempt Me

All things can tempt me from composing words
I long to write praising these carefree birds.
A nice sonnet by noon could be achieved,
But first my bladder needs to be relieved!
Oh wait, there’s gardening that must be done,
Plus meals. Then chores – the enemy of fun.
In time, the supper bell has beckoned me,
Followed by News and Wheel and Jeopardy.
Bedtime! Line 1 alone is done; such sorrow -
I’ll have to write the next thirteen tomorrow.

Copyright © John Watt | Year Posted 2020

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Sam Kauffman Date: 3/18/2020 10:29:00 PM So delightful, my friend. Well composed with such wit - just made me nod my head and smile. Congratulations! Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/18/2020 11:01:00 PM My same reaction to your winner, Sam. Thanks for dropping by with congrats. Take care with your 'shelter in place' Hugs ~ John

Sandra Adams Date: 3/11/2020 8:57:00 PM you did a great job with this one...I haven't had much time for writing or commenting lately but enjoyed reading yours tonight! hugs Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/11/2020 10:06:00 PM Sandra, I'm touched that you would drop by on your busy week for a visit. Grateful hugs ~ John

Krish Radhakrishna Date: 3/11/2020 5:11:00 PM Great poem! Well done. Must be amongst the tops! Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/11/2020 7:59:00 PM Thank you Krish!

Susan Ashley Date: 3/10/2020 9:03:00 PM This is such a clever and wonderful poem, John. You have me smiling because I can so relate. A pleasure to read. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/10/2020 10:35:00 PM Your smile has given me a smile, Susan. Glad you could relate! Hugs ~ John

Harry Horsman Date: 3/10/2020 3:47:00 AM Not true, John you have written a beauty here, love every word. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/10/2020 11:15:00 AM Thank you, Harry, for your lovely comment. Have a great day ~ John

Andrea Dietrich Date: 3/9/2020 6:44:00 PM Excellently done, John. I like yours VERY MUCH Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/9/2020 7:05:00 PM Thank you, Andrea. I think yours is more whimsical, but I tried to squeeze a little bit of fun in...

Kelly Deschler Date: 3/9/2020 5:34:00 PM Yes indeed, we all could use a little more time for writing... Every poet, including myself, can surely relate to this poem... Great work John! Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/9/2020 7:03:00 PM Thank you Kelly for finding this so relateable and for the kind comment. Good luck to you with your writing ~ John

Gordon Mcconnell Date: 3/9/2020 4:18:00 PM John, such a nice penned piece showing how so many things can lead us astray. Good rhyme and flow too, a really nice read. Blessings, Gordon Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/9/2020 7:06:00 PM I thank you from across a continent and a little pond called the Atlantic. You are kind. Blessings to you ~ John

Constance La France Date: 3/9/2020 11:24:00 AM John, I just loved this poem, serious but tinged with great humor and so true, a zillion things are leading us astray, a winner to me _Constance Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/9/2020 11:57:00 AM Thank you, dear Constance. Humor helps us make it through.

Michelle Faulkner Date: 3/8/2020 11:51:00 AM This reminds me of - me! Especially love the last line (I have a bad habit of procrastination, so that one especially resonates!) Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/8/2020 10:21:00 PM Always nice to know I have reminded someone of themself! Appreciate the read and comment ~ John

Gregory Richard Barden Date: 3/8/2020 7:30:00 AM This was a fun one, John, and I need cheering up, (as you are the only person commenting on my poems for the most part) ... great stuff, keep up the good work! Not sure I'll be here much longer ... the discouragement is weighing heavy. Blessings, Poet. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/8/2020 10:20:00 PM Hi Bard, I greatly appreciate your comments today. Sorry to hear you are feeling down. I sent you a soupmail in case you wish to elaborate. Fondly ~ John

Brandy Nicole Date: 3/7/2020 10:36:00 PM :) So cute and clever you are. Your thoughts bring a smile and a giggle, at the same time. You will get that poem done- eventually. I love everything about this. :) Brandy Login to Reply John Watt Date: 3/7/2020 10:44:00 PM Thank you, dear friend. Your thoughts bring a smile.