Litany

Litany “Please.” “Thank you.” and “Excuse me.” in exile Replaced by “Give me.” “I’m entitled.” blindness And, “Just get out of my way.” No style Rudeness leaves scars. No price tag on kindness. “I’m sorry.” Never loses honor – face – A smile won’t overdraw your bank account. Courtesy costs you nothing – priceless grace Turn that simmering road rage upside down Ridicule makes you look just like the fool Blue words spewed like dirt garner no respect Put that finger in a pocket – be cool - Avalanche of mercy in retrospect. These words my tantrum for today Try to follow as I stumble on my way. 6-23-21 Contest: Contemporary Sonnet Sponsor: Charlotte Puddifoot

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Aniruddha Pathak

Date: 6/28/2021 11:01:00 PM

Good commentary on intolerance and rudeness increasingly found all around, in a fetching contemporary sonnet, wish you all the best that this poem deserves

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/29/2021 8:45:00 AM

Thank you so much for your visit, words of support and best wishes! Have been trying to find a way to express my frustration about the increasing lack of courtesy and respect. The sonnet just seemed to fit the bill! Had to laugh yesterday as I did have to heed my own advice when I encountered a rude driver :s. Hope all is welll with you! All the best.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 6/23/2021 12:25:00 PM

you have expressed very well the way i feel much of the time, sam! powerfully said!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 6/23/2021 9:07:00 PM

Hi ilene. Thank you so much - wonderful to find a kindred spirit - a companion on the journey. I think many feel as we do - longing for a return of courtesy and civility. Hope you are well. Blessings.