In My Opinion

It's all a matter of opinion
We all have one of these
We always have something to say
Even if no one else agrees

My wife says I don't have one
I have to ask her what to say
She thinks I'll say something stupid
She says, "You're  just made that way"

If we go to a fancy restaurant
She orders what food we'll eat
She tells me when I'm finished
And when to leave my seat

Even on our wedding day
Before I could say, "I do"
She told the preacher, "Of course, he does"
So I just mumbled, "True"

If it sounds like I am henpecked
My wife says that's not true
She says to tell you, "You're all wrong"
She doesn't tell me what to do

So be glad you're not in my shoes
A man who lives this way
The only words I'm allowed to utter
Is, "Yes dear whatever you say"

Well, I think I'll end this poem 
And try to get on with my life
But before I go, I want you to know
I probably better ask my wife
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Brown Avatar
February 25, 2011 at 11:56 AM
Congratulations Larry, on your well deserved win in Francine Roberts's contest " Whatever You Say, Dear". Love, Carol
Helbaoui Avatar
February 23, 2011 at 11:02 AM
Oh God this was amazing! Made me laugh even when i didn't feel like it!!!! Thank you very much! Love it, Sami
Bagnall Avatar
February 21, 2011 at 4:28 AM
Really enjoyed, congrats on the win
Dufresne Avatar
February 20, 2011 at 3:32 PM
You really got me going on this one Larry... You certainly earned that numero uno spot! Will send this one to my poor brother.... again great job of it Larry.
Kendrick Avatar
February 19, 2011 at 12:19 PM
Congratulations on your win...Sara
Guzzi Avatar
February 19, 2011 at 6:41 AM
Reminds me of that cool British comedy Keeping Up Appearances with Hyacincth Boooookaaa [ie Buckets/ not Boquets LOL] Ricahrd always says "yes Dear!" Congrad's on your win. Light & Love
Varwig Avatar
February 18, 2011 at 11:46 PM
Congrats on your win, you deserved it for this super funny, well written piece.
Pettit Avatar
February 18, 2011 at 10:33 PM
Larry, you deserved the top spot in Francine's contest with this impressive entry. Congratulations.
Freeman Avatar
February 18, 2011 at 6:48 PM
Super win Larry, Congratulations on your worthy first place honor. Agape, Moses
Taylor Avatar
February 18, 2011 at 6:47 PM
Congrats, Larry. Awesome well deserved First Place. Great piece. Nice going. Have a great weekend. Ralph
Sweetheart Avatar
February 18, 2011 at 6:14 PM
Congrats Larry on your first place win in Francine's contest ... enjoy your top spot luv..
Richards Avatar
February 18, 2011 at 6:04 PM
This is terrific!!!!! OMG sooo funny....you poor guy...sounds like what my husband would say ""Whatever you say, dear" !! Congratulations!!!
Roberts Avatar
February 18, 2011 at 5:47 PM
congrats Larry on your first place win in my contest, ask your wife if that's alright
Taylor Avatar
February 16, 2011 at 7:19 AM
A riot, Larry. LOL. In my opinion this doesn't apply to me, so I've been told. If you get a chance, read my about my "Nightmare" in my poem "You Ain't No Boss of Me". But be sure to check with you-know-who before you do! Best to you. Ralph
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