Forsooth

Forsooth! My husband lost a tooth;
The fairy never showed.
He called the dentist, figuring
Some loyalty was owed.

The secretary set a date
But since we are away,
He could pick up some dental glue
To last another day.

Instead, since he is not in pain,
My husband chose to wait.
A brand-new crown is what he needs
And what is on the slate.

Until that time, the tooth remains
Wrapped up in silver foil.
Although to parts original
I guess you should be loyal...

There comes a time when you must cede
Your body parts to age.
A chapter ends and though reluctant,
You must turn the page.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Cavanaugh Avatar
January 9, 2014 at 11:13 PM
Another winning poem. Love the first line, the last line, and how cleverly you have weaved this poem together about a missing tooth. Well done!
Johnson Avatar
January 9, 2014 at 3:24 PM
Wisdom teeth and steely eyes will always see through your disguise. The day comes round eventually, when truth will finally make you see. Peace. :)
Munoz Avatar
January 8, 2014 at 6:09 AM
By far the catchiest poem I've read with a nice rhyming flow. Great job.
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