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My mum used to say “don't be gormless!”
but I've never met someone with gorm,
so I really don't know if I'm different to them
or if I am, this is the norm?
My friend says his wife can be ruthless,
but no-one I know of has ruth,
although back when I was around twenty-two
I dated one, that is the truth.
I think sometimes I can be reckless,
I've looked for my reck but it's gone,
maybe I can't find it because I'm inept
so I'll just be outept from now on.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Horsman Avatar
January 1, 2018 at 3:56 PM
sounds of a bit of yorkshire here. brilliant Viv love it...
Fleming Avatar
January 1, 2018 at 3:10 AM
Happy New Year, Viv...may it be a contented and rewarding one. My very best regards! :) john
Dietrich Avatar
December 31, 2017 at 7:22 PM
this is REALLY really cool, Viv. just love this clever word play. Happy New Year, my friend.
Wigley Avatar
January 1, 2018 at 1:58 AM
Thanks, Andrea, I'm a little listless this morning :)
Lamoureux Avatar
December 31, 2017 at 8:54 AM
This is a case where less is more. I really enjoyed this clever piece. Happy New Year Viv.
Wigley Avatar
January 1, 2018 at 1:58 AM
Thanks, Richard.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
December 31, 2017 at 8:35 AM
Lol love it :)
Wigley Avatar
January 1, 2018 at 1:58 AM
Thanks Maureen, happy new year x
Tripp Avatar
December 31, 2017 at 4:24 AM
Love it, Viv. Very creative and unique. Great word plays. A fun read.
Wigley Avatar
January 1, 2018 at 1:59 AM
Thanks, Rhoda, happy new year. Viv x
Allison Avatar
December 31, 2017 at 2:55 AM
Oh what very clever wordplay Mr Viv . I'm so glad you didn't mention 'little Richard lol lol) My very best wishes for 2018:-) hugs jan xx
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