For What It's Worth

I have noticed, for what it's worth,
A provocative title gets attention;
A bawdy limerick generates mirth
But, often, a bit of hypertension.

written July 26, 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Rigoler Avatar
July 27, 2021 at 5:49 AM
The right word in an otherwise dull oetry is like adding a hot spice to a dull dish – suddenly the dish comes alive and gets attention. / Maurice
Hankins Avatar
July 27, 2021 at 8:47 AM
So true, Maurice.
Krutsinger Avatar
July 26, 2021 at 2:52 PM
Your rhymes are so true! Well done.
Hankins Avatar
July 26, 2021 at 4:14 PM
Thanks, Caren. I think there's a lot of truth here.
Cunningham Avatar
July 26, 2021 at 12:53 PM
So true Milton. If you put kittens as your title then nobody will notice it, but put say ferocious kittens then that will catch someone's eye. Tom
Hankins Avatar
July 26, 2021 at 1:42 PM
I have noticed this, Tom. Interesting. Of course we all like our poems read, so sometimes we must resort to a little trickery. Thanks for your comment, friend.
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