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Eloquent Banter

ELOQUENT BANTER

Some poets attempt to wax eloquent
They use a lot of fifty cent words
They use their Funk and Wagnall's
And make themselves seem like nerds

But friends who chide each other
In rhetorical camaraderie
Refrain from pomp and circumstance
Because they can plainly see

That small talk works much better
Using words we can understand
And not try to be a great orator
Cause it just 'hits the fan'

So my suggestion when addressing others
 Don't attempt to eloquently embrace
A list from Funk and Wagnall's
And end up with 'egg on your face'

29 January 2018
For the contest sponsored by Edward McCall

funsillyrhyme

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Jan Allison

Date: 2/2/2018 11:01:00 AM

Well done Curtis I have no idea how to even tackle this contest. My poetry is described as 'simple' but i can live with that as long as i can entertain and folks don't need a dictionary to understand what I'm saying. i think some folk use long words to make themselves look clever but it can be so offputting and i give up even if the poem is a 'masterpiece' in their eyes:-) hugs Jan xx

Curtis Moorman
Date: 2/2/2018 11:55:00 AM

I had the same dilemma, Jan. I just decided to put something together and enter it for fun. It probably will not place, but hopefully those who read it will either get a chuckle or scratch their head and wonder, 'where is Curtis going with this'? Thanks for sharing. And just so you know, I admire what you write because you put yourself in each piece. Always terrific!!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/1/2018 8:24:00 PM

I agree with this. Although more eloquent speech has its time and place, I find it more fun to read more humor and short poetry than ones that drag on with long boring words. Awesome. I hope the sponsor is wanting this kind of poem.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/2/2018 11:02:00 AM

Can't agree with you more Andrea!:-) hugs jan xx

Curtis Moorman
Date: 2/2/2018 12:30:00 AM

Thanks for you kind comment, Andrea. I honestly don't know what the sponsor is really seeking, but this turned out to be my entry. We'll just have to wait and see.

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 1/29/2018 1:54:00 PM

Well penned Curtis, fine penned piece indeed, trust things are good with you, blessings Gordon

Curtis Moorman
Date: 1/30/2018 6:29:00 AM

Gordon, how very nice to hear from you. I truly appreciate your comments on my work. It encourages and inspires me to be a better poet. All is well with me and I pray they are well with you also. Blessing, Curtis.