Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Clerihew

Bess and Harry Truman

Husband Harry was well known for using earthy language now and then.

   He used a not so nice word other than "crap" over and over again!

Bess heard that term so often that it became hard for her to endure.

   Said she, "I'm trying to get him to clean up his act and use the term "manure!"

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Robert Pettit January 28, 2012 at 6:23 PM If Bess were alive today, she would probably have an easier time getting Joe Pesci to refrain from using profanity. This is another great clerihew Bob.

Phyllis Babcock January 26, 2012 at 8:59 AM Ha ha all that crap should be cleaned with up with earthy manure. More smelly. love phyl

Elizabeth Wesley January 25, 2012 at 6:46 PM I guess that why they are called "salt of the earth" big diff between earthy language and cursing; one I can take the other is repulsive. Your verse reminds me decency is still in style Bob. Nice one!

Carol Sunshine Brown January 25, 2012 at 7:50 AM I wish I had a better understanding on the forms of poetry so I could give you a clear confident comment on your writing. I will tell you I do love reading poetry. I thank you for sharing yours today I enjoyed reading it Bob. Love, Carol

Sara Kendrick January 24, 2012 at 4:03 PM Cute one..Got a chuckle..You are so creative with these Clerihews..Sara

Carolyn Devonshire January 24, 2012 at 3:21 PM LOL Oh, yes. People use the word "manure" so often when they're upset - NOT. This is hilarious, Bob. Wishing you success in the clerihew contest! Love, Carolyn

Nette Onclaud January 24, 2012 at 2:19 PM a crisp write; so funny, lol!.. :) winning wishes and hugggs!

Russell Sivey January 24, 2012 at 2:16 PM Lovely write my friend! Hilarious, again you write wonderful humor into our lives! I loved it! Awesome Work!

Milton Toran January 24, 2012 at 1:31 PM Ha Ha Ha Ha!!....Loved it!...Milt