Careless Internet Searches

Blake found a webpage on the internet
Smiling at wife, "this will be fun, I bet"
Wife grudgingly came along
Blake sang a fun little song
“How much trouble can we really get?”

“It will be grand…we can make our own wine”
“And honey”, Blake said, “It is about time”
So to the vineyard they went
And too much money they spent
Broke but hopeful, drove home feeling sublime

The grapes poured out, his aspirations soared 
Website steps printed out, oh was he floored
He stomped and stomped…yet instead
Slipped in the tub…cracked his head
After his service, the vile wine was poured
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Mcconnell Avatar
April 3, 2012 at 2:58 PM
A great fun write, Natalie. Really great poetic rhythm and brings a smile to your face. Excellent, Bless you, Gordon
Sweetheart Avatar
April 3, 2012 at 8:45 AM
congrats Natalie on featured poem this week on PS.. an amazing write to share with luv luv..
Cornwall Avatar
April 1, 2012 at 9:18 PM
congrats on feature on this lovely poem....patrick
Hull Avatar
December 1, 2011 at 12:48 PM
Great poem, and a great comp idea, appeals to many sides! Hope you enjoy.
A   Avatar
November 19, 2011 at 7:01 PM
well done.... lol... i think i feel sorry for the fella.... but, i think your poem,, is a winner it's self... a very strange contest... i just might try it..lol.. or i would not be here checking out this poem,,, ta tata,..p.d.
Devonshire Avatar
November 19, 2011 at 12:00 PM
A very witty example for your contest, Natalie! I'm definitely inspired by your theme because living life to the fullest sometimes means taking risks. I sure hope to die a "fun" death. Still laughing at your limerick! Love, Carolyn
Butterfly Avatar
November 18, 2011 at 6:00 PM
This is fun for sure Natalie. Poor guy. A really good example for your contest. I plan to enter. It sounds like tons of fun.
Brown Avatar
September 30, 2011 at 10:46 AM
Good morning and congratulations on your win in Tracie's "Make Me Giggle" contest Natalie. Love, Carol
Dietrich Avatar
September 29, 2011 at 11:47 PM
Hey, I sure remember this one!! Congratulations on a job well done!!
Arowolo Avatar
September 29, 2011 at 6:14 PM
Fine write,funny piece and wonderful win.Good work Natalie.keep flying....
Sweetheart Avatar
September 29, 2011 at 11:59 AM
Congrats Natalie on third place with this fantastic poetry luv.. great premise and idea ...
Edwards Avatar
September 29, 2011 at 9:26 AM
Congrats on your 3rd place win in my contest Natalie..it certainly made me giggle lol x0x
Kendrick Avatar
August 25, 2011 at 6:11 PM
Like this one..Enjoyed reading the humor and taking it in...Thanks for stopping by and reading my work..Sara
Williams Avatar
June 25, 2011 at 11:29 AM
well done Nat, great ending, thanks for your comments. David
Muzzey Avatar
June 22, 2011 at 1:01 PM
What an interesting and delightful write you have penned, I enjoyed the read. Best to you in the contest, it should do well~ Caryl
Devonshire Avatar
June 19, 2011 at 12:54 PM
Wow! Very creative and great use of dark humor in your limerick series, Natalie. Makes me glad I never got into the wine business. Hope to see your entry in the winners' circle. Love, Carolyn
Mehta Avatar
June 18, 2011 at 11:56 AM
Lovely take on the theme of the contest with humor and wit
Lewis Avatar
June 18, 2011 at 8:44 AM
nice poem ,well written
Dietrich Avatar
June 17, 2011 at 10:08 PM
INteresting title on this one, and to think it all led to him cracking his poor head. good luck in the contest, Natalie.
The Rogue Rhymer Avatar
June 18, 2011 at 8:19 AM
Thanks Andrea-Yeah, I wasn't sure about the title-usually titles just "come to me" but I edited this one many times :)
A   Avatar
June 17, 2011 at 9:57 PM
Intersting poem,,, good luck in francines contest... Nice write,..p.d.
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