An Inexpensive Lesson

While bereft of funds I set about
to woo a lass.  I had no doubt,
possessed of charm, I could succeed;
kind words and flowers what I'd need.

She's fair of face and warm hearted,
or so it seemed until I'd started
to ply with words and selected posies.
Her interest?  Feigned.  'Twas never rosy.

As i soon learned I had mis-thought
inamorata mine.  Perhaps she ought
to look behind the cost of gift.
What value could those ardor bereft
e'er place on words, on those who craft?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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April 2, 2012 at 4:50 PM
That's quite funny! Lesson well learn! I liked the charm of this poem and the question at the end. Always, Laura
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February 10, 2012 at 9:47 AM
What a wonderful day I am having sitting here reading such amazing poetry. I am glad yours is amongst the ones I have enjoyed reading today Chuck. Thank you for sharing it. I hope you have a very inspirational weekend. Love, Carol
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