Frankenstein's Tea Party

Frankenstein held a tea party, but I did not go,
I am not one for large crowds and fol-de-rol
I sent a note saying I was sick with COVID and all,
I never go out when there is this much snow.

Since I am not really known as a social butterfly,
It is likely that I will never get another invite,
For Frankenstein will surely think I was impolite
And he most definitely won’t give me another try.

It is all right, you see, since I find Frank boorish
One should never serve plastic and paper plates
Frankenstein also has a habit, you see, he berates,
And those who take tea have been known to vanish.

TWELFTH PLACE WINNER
Written August 4, 2021
submitted to "Frankenstein's Tea Party 2021" Poetry Contest
sponsored by Joe Maverick
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Goldsmith Avatar
September 27, 2021 at 1:24 PM
Congratulations on your win. Your "Frankenstein's Tea Party" was a creative story/write. So Cute. Sorry you missed all the tea and fun. Have a blessed day with your win...............
Hankins Avatar
September 27, 2021 at 1:36 PM
Thank you, Paula. I hope you all had a blast, but "I find Frank boorish!"
Alex Avatar
September 26, 2021 at 9:43 PM
Great and interesting writing. Congratulations!
Hankins Avatar
September 27, 2021 at 9:33 AM
Well, I certainly enjoyed the contest, Christuraj. Thanks for your read and your thoughtful comment.
Krutsinger Avatar
August 7, 2021 at 10:50 AM
I can see why you would not go; I do not relish the idea of be berated or vanished.
Hankins Avatar
August 7, 2021 at 4:38 PM
Did you go, Caren. What was it like???
Cunningham Avatar
August 5, 2021 at 1:25 AM
Lol, just as well, he might have used you for parts. Tom
Hankins Avatar
August 7, 2021 at 4:38 PM
LOL (chuckle) You got that right, Tom...except that my parts are pretty worn out these days!!!!
Kauffman Avatar
August 4, 2021 at 1:46 PM
Wise choice Milt! Witty and hilarious! Best wishes for the contest.
Hankins Avatar
August 4, 2021 at 1:50 PM
Thanks, Sam. I had to think long and hard to come up with this one!
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