Cleaning Solution

Sticky smears on the table top.
on the couch spilled soda pop
one chewed up shoe and one flip-flop
I’m doomed to clean this mess non-stop
            
Greasy dog bones gone astray
found buried in the rug today
the hamster made a getaway
where he’s gone it’s hard to say.

The shower drain is plugged, I swear
the tub has grout and needs repair
dirty laundry everywhere.
it really is a mess out there.

Under beds dust bunnies show
all closets are on overflow
the fridge is packed with things that grow
dishes clog  the sink, I know.

Spaghetti sauce dumped on the floor
12 eggs broke, need I say more
fingerprints on every door
this place,  a never-ending chore

Just when I think things can’t get worse
the leaking fish tank cracked and burst
40 gallons was dispersed
I think this house is cursed.

In every corner, ledge and groove
dirt and grim must be removed
there’s one solution I approve
pack your things, we’re going to move!



Liz Relly – 3/06/2012
“Cobwebs and Dust”  Contest (new start)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Dufresne Avatar
April 1, 2012 at 5:46 PM
haha I love this entertaining write, Liz. great win. Well written. Kudos to you! Still smiling
Brown Avatar
April 1, 2012 at 12:38 PM
I am very happy to send you this congratulations on your win in Francine's "Cobwebs And Dust" contest Liz. Love, Carol
Sweetheart Avatar
March 31, 2012 at 9:47 PM
congrats Liz on a wonderful write and win for this contest luv..
Merryman Avatar
March 31, 2012 at 8:54 PM
Congrats on your win with this funny poem, Liz! Love, Kim
Roberts Avatar
March 31, 2012 at 7:36 PM
congrats Liz on your fifth place win in the contest, brought a smile to my face
Roberts Avatar
March 31, 2012 at 7:22 PM
typo 3rd from last line, grim sould be grime
Roberts Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 8:30 AM
its hilarious, thanks for entering my contest
Merryman Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 7:00 AM
I love this, Liz! Sounds kind of like my house. LOL This is going in my favs. Best wishes in the contest. Love, Kim
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