Jack Ellison Poet Quatrain

Back To My Roots

Laura has inspired me to go back to the beginning
And write like I did at the start
About life, and love, and the passions we share
Bout the roles we all play a part

Limericks are a lot of fun and so easy to write
But it's time to return to my roots
Going back and reading my earlier compositions
Has really inspired me to reboot

Honestly have enjoyed my long run of limericks
Providing many giggles and guffaws
The time has come to get back to my story telling
Though I'm still addicted to applause

Sure don't mean to sound arrogant or egotistical
That's not what I'm trying to say
Got so much inside, just bursting to get out
Quatrains provide me the way

So Laura, I thank you for inspiring me to write
Bout life, love and passion we share
But trust me, the limericks are alive and well
As for Depends, wear an extra pair


© Jack Ellison 2015

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Laura Breidenthal May 21, 2015 at 11:30 PM I've got to say, I'm really really excited about this, Jack! I think we are all looking forward to your upcoming work. Plus your audience is growing it seems.. I love both your Limericks and Quatrains! I admire your humor and optimism - you've heard me say it, and I'll say it again: I LOVE YOU!!! Always, Laura Jack Ellison May 22, 2015 at 8:48 AM WHOAAA! You can say that till the cows come home!!! (an old expression, you've probably never heard!) LOL And I will say it to you forever as well... I LOVE YOU!!! Jack xxx

Carol Eastman May 21, 2015 at 9:47 AM Ahhh... This is where we love you the best... But there is a time to pig out on Limmericks, too. Which ever you choose Dragon, Hubby, and I are with you 100%. Jack Ellison May 21, 2015 at 10:01 AM WOWSERS!!! You sure are a loyal and sweet friend, dear Carol! Not sure, but I don't think you've missed commenting on one single poem of mine... NOW THAT'S LOYALTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love you to pieces for it! I'm embarrassed that I don't visit yours more often! Huggs, Jacko xxx

Edwin Hofert May 21, 2015 at 8:07 AM This being the first of your writings I've been able to read. I'd like to know more of your roots. I would include I'd like a moment to absorb this poem however the whole depends thing warns me to avoid that reference in any way. Great write!! :) A 7. God Bless you sir. Jack Ellison May 21, 2015 at 8:43 AM You are witnessing the first quatrain of mine after many many limericks! However, I have many many limerick still to post! Thank you my new friend! Cheers!

Tim Smith May 21, 2015 at 7:14 AM I like em both Jacko....your.longer writes.we see little more of you....just make sure you keep yer pants on Jack Ellison May 21, 2015 at 8:38 AM I assure you I am fully clothed... even wearing a snow suit! LOL