John Lawless Poet Free verse

I Watched the News This Morning

I watched the “news” this morning.
Chicken Little ran around squawking
Two women talked amiably after describing
scenes of horrific violence.
A homeless puppy was found
cared for and now needs a “forever” home.
Thousands called in looking to adopt it.
A homeless veteran was stepped over
in the entrance to a shelter
he/she was not cared for or allowed entrance.
Three kittens sang “Jingle Bells”
Chicken Little squawked a bit more
Climate change, global warming yadayada
The weather persons told me of storms
in the Midwest, floods in the south and
high temps in Arizona….
I had to look out my window
to get the weather report here.
The station manager made a Public Service Announcement.
Paraphrased : “If you’d all just do as you’re told
                               everything would be just fine”.

(the commercials were for Erectile disfunction, tampons, 
birth control and condoms….oh….and childrens breakfast cereal))

John G. Lawless
1/4/2022

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Caren Krutsinger January 13, 2022 at 8:32 AM This is how we treat our dogs and our vets - sadly. Well done.

Regina Mcintosh January 5, 2022 at 3:26 AM WOW. Such a grand write. I love it. So true. God bless you. Love, Gina

Gershon Wolf January 4, 2022 at 6:31 PM I like how the childrens' breakfast cereal fits in so well with the other products advertised. ~ Seasoned Bureaucratic Program Planner

Darlene De Beaulieu January 4, 2022 at 10:53 AM Hello John Lawless, Now that s a clever imagination you have. Enjoy your day my friend.

P.S. Awtry January 4, 2022 at 10:51 AM I am glad you watched it and summarized —now I can skip it! Especially liked the weather report and the PSA! :)