Gershon Wolf Poet Rondeau

I Will Explain

I will explain the word 'impaled'
this contest's challenge, Holy Grail
Though not as easy as you think
from this challenge I shall not shrink
So, here we go: Time to set sail

To pierce an object, that's impale
with a sharp stick: First you inhale
then stab that thing, try not to blink...
I will explain

Impale someone, you'll go to jail
but skewered shwarma's food upscale
Brutus' knife did Caesar hoodwink 
yet shish-ke-bob's fine with a drink
be it cola, wine, or stout ale...
I will explain


         
         July 22, 2019
    Impaled Poetry Contest
   Sponsor: Anthony Slausin

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Jennifer Proxenos July 23, 2019 at 12:11 PM A perplexing poem but different and creative, with imagination that Gershon just whips up. Good luck in the contest my friend. Hugs, Jennifer. Gershon Wolf July 23, 2019 at 6:35 PM If this poem is 1/2 of what you've critiqued it as, I'd be more than satisfied. Thanks for the enthusiastic review, Jennifer. Best wishes, Gershon

Line Gauthier July 22, 2019 at 9:28 PM That is a lovely explanation, Gershon. Now it is very clear for me. Gershon Wolf July 22, 2019 at 10:37 PM I love it when you pull my leg. Harder, harder! LOL. :) gw

Kim Rodrigues July 22, 2019 at 8:09 PM Really fun! LOL Gershon Wolf July 22, 2019 at 10:37 PM If you liked this one, try 'Cooking comes naturally to me.' :) :) gw

Ilene Bauer July 22, 2019 at 4:23 PM a very clever and creative take on the contest theme, gershon! best of luck... Gershon Wolf July 22, 2019 at 5:05 PM Thank you so much for your kind words and support. Glad you like this rondeau. Best wishes, Gershon

Jan Allison July 22, 2019 at 4:14 PM wow you explained it loud and clear and with humour GW! I have written so few of this form, you make it look easy but its a real challenge, I must get round to writing for the rondeau contest:-) hugs jan xx Gershon Wolf July 22, 2019 at 5:04 PM Gee, I rarely get comments like this, just gushing with enthusiasm. Very keenly appreciated, Jan! Thanks a million. Your comment has absolutely made my day! :) gw