Blatherskite

I knew a man from Isle of Wight
who often got into a fight.
His words made little sense
and people took offence.
He was, indeed, a blatherskite*.

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*a person who talks at great lengths
  without making much sense.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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December 6, 2016 at 7:50 PM
Love the new word I've learnt, I'm not telling anyone though, they'll be calling me that. :) Good limerick.
Callus Avatar
December 7, 2016 at 4:46 PM
But, Paloma, your words make a lot of sense:) Thank you for a pleasant visit. Regards // paul
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December 4, 2016 at 7:51 AM
I learned a new word and was entertained in the process.
Callus Avatar
December 5, 2016 at 9:32 AM
Glad you enjoyed it, Richard. Regards // paul
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December 2, 2016 at 9:01 PM
I agree w/the other poetesses/poets, Paul. Delightful limerick. Blatherskite, eh. Got to incorporate that word in my poetic universe. Ty for sharing such a nice treat w/us. Love your work as always, my poetic friend. Love and joy to you.
Callus Avatar
December 3, 2016 at 8:02 AM
Thank you Freddie. Both my latest poems are based on recent personal learning experiences; glad you enjoyed. Regards // paul
Meade Avatar
November 29, 2016 at 5:23 PM
I can say this -- you are not a blatherskite, your words are always clear, concise, creative and cogent! Add your sharp humor and imagination the reader is never disappointed. Well done Paul.
Callus Avatar
December 2, 2016 at 4:05 PM
Many thanks, David; you are too kind. Your feedback is music to my ears:) Welcome back! ~ Regards // paul
Ball Avatar
November 29, 2016 at 5:20 PM
Hmmmm I think I've known a few people like that. The World's Greatest Authority who won't let anyone else get a word in edge wise because they're so busy pushing their own opinions down their throats. And usually it's Much Ado About Nothing. A fun read her my friend. It made me smile. God Bless and a seven from me. Thanks so much for the kind words on my "In My Rose Garden". It means a lot. JB
Callus Avatar
December 2, 2016 at 9:38 AM
Thank you for the meaningful comments and high rating, Judy. It is always a pleasure to receive your feedback. ~ Regards // paul
Allison Avatar
November 29, 2016 at 4:17 PM
Made me smile Paul and I learned a new word too:-) hugs Jan xx
Callus Avatar
November 30, 2016 at 3:27 PM
Glad you enjoyed it, Jan. Thank you for stopping by. Regards & Hugs ~ paul
Godwin Avatar
November 29, 2016 at 4:06 PM
I was not only entertained, I learned a new word that I rather like. Very good, Paul - very good, indeed ... CayCay
Callus Avatar
November 30, 2016 at 3:26 PM
Ah! You were first across the line, CayCay:) Thank you for the lovely comments. I'll share a secret with you...I only learnt the word blatherskite a few days ago:) ~ Regards // paul
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