Jack Gets Passed Over


While climbing the corporate ladder,
Jill zoomed right by Jack. He got madder
than a wet hen. Then, fit to be tied,        
so determined to soothe his hurt pride,
he told lies on her. “Cheater!” he cried.

Everyone knew the unvarnished truth:
Jack was dishonest, mean, and uncouth!
Only ONE paid Jack any attention~~
his employer. I feel I must mention
Jack got kicked to the curb with no pension!

As for Jill, she has earned the respect
she is shown. All know she won’t neglect
any duty, and her employees
know she cares about them. Each, she sees
as a team member she’s glad to please.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Goldsmith Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 12:40 PM
Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful story/write again. Have a fun day with your win as you write away..................
Canerdy Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 6:13 PM
Paula, my encouraging poet friend, thanks so much. Janice
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November 18, 2024 at 2:23 AM
An enjoyable read, Janice. Congratulations on your winning placement in my contest. Thanks for entering...Charlie
Canerdy Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 6:11 PM
Thanks for sponsoring and for my placement, Charles. Janice
Empress Avatar
November 7, 2024 at 1:24 AM
Dear janice, the cadence of this poem really got me hooked, deep and meaningful poem so well written! An honest person will always thrive and do well eventually . Pleasure reading your poem~ sending you light always.
Canerdy Avatar
November 9, 2024 at 7:51 AM
Ink, thanks a million for this response to my poem! Janice
mysore Avatar
November 1, 2024 at 9:12 PM
let the respected reign. awesome narration dear poet. cheers.
Canerdy Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 7:34 AM
Thanks so much, Thriveni! Janice
Goldsmith Avatar
November 1, 2024 at 9:59 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful story/write. "Good luck" Looks like we both did one. Have a blessed autumn day writing away ...............
Canerdy Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 7:35 AM
Thanks so much, Paula. I'll go read yours now. Janice
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