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Attorneys and Online Games

Was at a hearing with my attorney She was more childish than Bert and Ernie Played I-Pod video games My anger sure was in flames Years had passed since I began this journey But my sexual harassment lawsuit Totally ignored by this pompous coot Ordering shoes online Forgetting this case of mine It was clear she just didn’t give a hoot My suit’s outcome would have been much better If I had hired an Irish Setter Her actions were criminal My settlement minimal In my next novel I’ll surely get her She had predicted I would get much more My dignity she never did restore As she won her online game My harasser escaped blame Lawyers and video games I abhor *Based on a true experience! Entry for Natalie’s “Cell Phones in the Sauna – What Annoys You” contest

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Lee Ramage

Date: 8/4/2011 10:22:00 PM

Oh, so sorry about your luck. You know what they say about lawyers, sounds like it may be true. Take care Lee

Robert A. Dufresne

Date: 8/3/2011 6:38:00 PM

You know what Carolyn? Freaked me out ..I was talking to a lawyer probably the only one I trust) friend of mine a couple weeks ago about some banking bussiness that was going on and I innocently asked him how that business squared with ethics.. he smiled wide and said "Bob ...business and Ethics are two different things" ...so where have we been Carolyn..???? :) Congrats on your great win

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/3/2011 11:14:00 AM

yes, i remember carols...a rousing applause to you for the shining win! ..:) huggs!

Emma Buckeridge

Date: 8/3/2011 11:09:00 AM

Many congrats to you on your win.

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 8/3/2011 7:17:00 AM

Congratulations on your placement in Natalie's contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

Cory Long

Date: 8/3/2011 6:55:00 AM

congrats on your win in the contest cory

Nancy Jones

Date: 8/2/2011 10:33:00 PM

Very well written!... feeling expressed is a beauty thing. Congrats on your win!

Ralph Taylor

Date: 8/2/2011 9:48:00 PM

Congrats on your win, Carolyn. Awesome. Great job. Nice going. luv Ralph

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 8/2/2011 9:14:00 PM

Congratulations on the third place win in the contest , carolyn

Don Johnson

Date: 8/2/2011 8:55:00 PM

never mind sometimes to fail, but there you sit on the top rail, love the verse the words entail, just keep on going dancing.... on ya babe, Don

Natalie The Rogue Rhymer

Date: 8/2/2011 7:43:00 PM

Carolyn-This is EXCELLENT! I am so sorry that it is based on a true story though. My favorite part is when you say you'll get her in your next novel-LOL! Truly impressive-congrats. to you :)

Robert A. Dufresne

Date: 7/30/2011 12:10:00 AM

So sorry about that terrible experience Carolyn. I've had my share of experiences even with doctors playing cell phone games while under the auspices of caring for a loved one. I hear you. I sometimes think that online and video games actually take the place of brains for some...or at the very least manners. I think they have that power. good luck in this contest.

James Fraser

Date: 7/29/2011 7:53:00 PM

I'm not going to say fine poetry, because it devalues the loss. This sexual harassment, did it take place in the work place alone. Did it take place out with? If within, one suit? and outside, a possible other. Can the employer be held accountable for it happening on their premises? <*> Good luck in the contest Carolyn <*>

Black Eyed Susan

Date: 7/28/2011 3:28:00 PM

oh no! i was hoping it was just a good story! i can't believe that she didn't try to do more for you or at least empathize. she sounds like a real jerk! i like your idea for revenge - are you writing a book?

Robert Ball

Date: 7/28/2011 7:34:00 AM

Hey you, glad to see that your still with us, how's your health? Hopefully the Lawsuit will be settled, I have a thirteen year old case from Reno, Nevada won't go into it but they want to take me to prison for something that was cleared I thought years ago, so I have to deal with Nevada so I know about legal matters and their corrupt court, I'm sure If I was rich I could settle the matter, but alas, I'm only rich in spirit,great expression in your poem loved it but concern about your health G.B.

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 7/27/2011 9:25:00 PM

The theme of your choice nicely pitted, Carolyn

Joseph Osita

Date: 7/27/2011 9:58:00 AM

You really got a lot out of the bad exprience.It's well crafted.Best wishes in the contest

Wilma Neels

Date: 7/27/2011 8:00:00 AM

You turned this nightmare experience into something witty Carolyn.. I know the trauma you had to go through with it.. Lovely limericks hun, wishing you all the best for the contest, lfde Wilma

Francine Roberts

Date: 7/25/2011 10:55:00 PM

should have boxed the b**ch's ears Carolyn. sorry the outcome was not as good as expected. Maybe someone in your next novel ( some slutty ignorant cigar smoking skank) you can have a character with her name.

Robert Ball

Date: 7/25/2011 9:50:00 PM

thanks carolyn for your second place honor, but it wasn't me it was the Lord, by the way how is your health doing? I have said prayers for you every day and night because your my favorite on the soup, I have a problem with scammers who want ot make money and we do all the work, it's unbelievable that they try an con a man of faith, God bless

Jancarl Campi

Date: 7/25/2011 5:44:00 PM

my gosh this is some scary. i really don't care much for lawyers. JancarlC.

James Peranteau

Date: 7/25/2011 5:40:00 PM

That's giv'n it too her Carolyn ! Great way to vent; Poetry ! It was poetic love ! Have a wonderful week dear poet....much love, james

James Peranteau
Date: 7/25/2011 5:41:00 PM

Oh, I will be getting back to you shortly on the awesome e-mail love !

Daver Austin

Date: 7/25/2011 4:56:00 PM

Awe, come on - lawyers are just human. This, according to all I have talked to, is debatable. You talk big truth, keemosabe (spelling - sorry Tonto) Love, daver

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 7/25/2011 4:19:00 PM

hahahah, I think politics and law are your specialities, carolyn. Was glad to know your come back after some days' absence. Color dancing is not for the contest. yesterday I have posted the entry on Hutain.

Jack Horne

Date: 7/25/2011 3:33:00 PM

Love this witty piece, my friend - sorry to hear it's for real.