Armadillo

Armadillo Armor placed upon a knighted Rat, defender of the gold, not the Man whose crown adorns it. Addled pretender to the throne, Dunce, in hidden jesters robe Ill bred, ill tempered, Lothario, pompous preening, Lecherous serpent seeking Only the safety of self. For PD’s contest Acrostic Time #1 7/3/2014

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Mark Trichet

Date: 8/21/2014 9:57:00 PM

Very nicely done John, I loved it. Congratulations on top spot.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/19/2014 5:07:00 PM

I remember this fine example of acrostic writing from before, John. Congrats on your very well deserved win.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 8/19/2014 11:15:00 AM

Lovely n brilliant John! Congrats on top win!

Jan Allison

Date: 8/19/2014 6:26:00 AM

brilliant write on the armadillo and a great win! Hugs jan xxx

John Lawless
Date: 8/19/2014 8:32:00 AM

Thanks Jan, I've always had a soft spot in my heart for the little critters, they make me laugh. Probably because they act just like me when threatened.

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 8/19/2014 5:11:00 AM

Very clever write on armadillo, John. congrats on the win

John Lawless
Date: 8/19/2014 8:31:00 AM

Thanks Dr. Mehta

Casarah Nance

Date: 8/18/2014 6:15:00 PM

Cool! This is the best Armadillo poem I have ever read! Well done on your win :) hooray

John Lawless
Date: 8/19/2014 8:30:00 AM

Well, Casarah, I don't think enough homage is paid to the lowly armadillo. Thanks for checking in and for your support.

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 8/18/2014 6:06:00 PM

I guess I love this one the most, ..It has nothing to do with the fact, that I am from Texas... I do love the self safety issue... Have a nice day... Congratulations!!! Enjoy your winning poem, I had tons of fun, going over the winning poems. If you like, stop by my latest blog "Things That Suck" Featuring Andrea's awesome title and poem, if you like. Always ~LINDA~

John Lawless
Date: 8/19/2014 8:29:00 AM

Thanks Linda, I think I will have to check out the blog. I still haven't figured out all the subtle nuances of Poetrysoup as yet.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/6/2014 9:21:00 AM

oh, my , what a lofty poem for a mere armadillo!! FAncy stuff, John. ME LIKES.(loved that part: Knighted rat)

John Lawless
Date: 7/6/2014 3:23:00 PM

I've always liked armadillos. They always look like knights going off to battle. Thanks for checking in.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/6/2014 9:19:00 AM

I'm glad how you picked up on my Goethe's path going full circle! NOw let me see this acrostic you have written.