Jack Ellison Poet Quatrain

Axioms With a Twist

“A day without sunshine is like...  well... night”
A brilliant axiom I say
To the person that uttered this amazing observation
You certainly just made my day

“If the world didn't suck, we'd all fall off”
That's a mighty safe assumption
So stop your belly aching and enjoy yourself
Invite someone for some munchin'

“Don't sweat the petty things or pet the sweaty things”
Surely can get pretty gross
Especially if a person hasn't bathed for a month
Takes the thrill outta being close

“I started with nothing and still have most of it”
This one most certainly hits home
I'm sure almost everyone can relate to these words
Sorry I didn't listen to that gnome

“You can't have it all coz where would you put it”
I'll figure something out you can bet 
Buy me a mansion with seventy-three rooms
Become the happiest pack rat yet

© Jack Ellison 2012

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Laura Breidenthal September 14, 2020 at 9:22 PM Another wonderful set. I love that last one! Needed some of your happiness tonight and your poetry delivered. always, Laura

Carol Eastman November 16, 2012 at 9:41 PM My hubby pack rats everything(almost). Our house is over flowing with papers, books, ect. He once had a room so full of stuff that some one told me not to forget to turn off the light. It was the window! The light was off! You just couldn't see the darn thing. Jack Ellison November 17, 2012 at 5:01 AM I used to be like that although not to that extent... then I saw the light so to speak! LOL Now I'm a neat freak and I owe it all to my sweet loveable second wife Cathie! Huggeroonies, Jake!

Ilene Bauer November 15, 2012 at 4:10 PM very clever and fun! Jack Ellison November 15, 2012 at 5:36 PM Glad it gave you a tickle... big hugs, Jack xox

Lucilla Carrillo November 15, 2012 at 11:21 AM I like this Jack, but I rather stay with my small house. It's easier to clean. Thanks for sharing. Lucilla Jack Ellison November 15, 2012 at 11:47 AM LOL Thanks for returning a chuckle... love and hugs, Jack

Leo Larry Amadore November 15, 2012 at 10:58 AM Funny piece...some I had not heard before, but will repeat to friends for a laugh. Thanks. Jack Ellison November 15, 2012 at 11:11 AM Most are familiar... some not! Look 'em up, there's a bunch of 'em on the Net! Thanks for dropping by my friend! Cheers, Jack

Harry Horsman November 15, 2012 at 10:40 AM Love this Jack, the humour is awesome, but i sense a message in there as well. Jack Ellison November 15, 2012 at 11:12 AM The message is... life's short, just have fun! Cheers from across the pond!

Richard Lamoureux November 15, 2012 at 7:15 AM Ha ha ha, well done barrel of fun. Jack Ellison November 15, 2012 at 11:14 AM Fun stuff eh! That's what life is all about eh! (Canadian, eh!) Have a good one, eh!

Toquyen Harrell November 15, 2012 at 6:21 AM I like it, Jack. My humor dose to start the day! :) Jack Ellison November 15, 2012 at 6:24 AM Silly stuff eh... but glad it made you smile my dear Toquyen! Big hugs, Jack xox