Joanna Daniel Poet Rhyme

Locked Out of My House

One Sunday, I came back alone,
Home early from the church,
Not having the key to get in,
I was left in the lurch;

Locked out in the scorching hot sun,
Looking for shade to stand,
Counting the vehicles go by,
I passed the time in hand;

Scolding myself for thoughtlessness,
I sat on "Jupiter",
Hoping my parents would come soon,
I waited undeterred;

Standing almost for one hour there,
Stuck outside my home zone,
In order to avoid the stares,
I tinkered with my phone;

That day, I learnt to be careful,
To check my handbag twice,
Be cool in all circumstances,
Be patient and precise.


09/18/17



*Jupiter - a two-wheeler brand 

Form: Poulter's Measure

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Barthwell Farmer March 9, 2025 at 4:40 AM My favorite part is the avoidance of looks so not to face the embarrassment with others. Well done.

Gayle Rodd March 17, 2018 at 12:22 PM Lol. I can relate but always seemed to realize my keys were in the ignition AS the door was slamming shut!

Sara Kendrick September 28, 2017 at 1:51 PM I was delighted to see your work in my winners’ list..I enjoyed reading the work of an outstanding poet..Your participation was much appreciated..Glad that you learned something by the mistake of not having your key at least in the poem..Sara

James Inman September 28, 2017 at 7:21 AM Nicely done Jo.

Janis Medders Tobechi September 27, 2017 at 8:11 PM Now I have to look up this form. You have done an excellent job with it. We've all been there at least once or twice. Congratulations.

Constance La France September 27, 2017 at 5:11 PM Jo, a wonderful write, and congratulations!

Jan Allison September 27, 2017 at 4:38 PM I love the picture and the poem, the imagery was so vivid i can imagine it happening for real Jo:-)Congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Gordon Mcconnell September 23, 2017 at 7:00 PM Real fine write Jo, love the great rhyme and flow, have blessed weekend, Gordon

Susan Ashley September 23, 2017 at 5:59 PM An awesome write Jo. I've been in that situation myself once or twice... lol! Your poem made me smile. Enjoyed! :)

Richard Lamoureux September 23, 2017 at 12:52 PM this is a fun one. Thanks for your visit.

Andrea Dietrich September 22, 2017 at 5:59 PM You addressed the topic very well, Jo. Knowing me, I'd have gone for a walk or something!! I can't stand being bored standing around. That is an interesting form, the poulter's measure, and it looks like you did a great job of it.

Joseph May September 22, 2017 at 8:24 AM Forgetting the keys 'leaves us in the lurch'...Nicely penned Jo

Nette Onclaud September 18, 2017 at 5:57 PM ohh, i can so relate!...such an impressive work from your spilled pen, jo..huggs

Tim Smith September 18, 2017 at 12:21 PM Haha...I've crawled through a second story window once... Luckily it was in the back of the house...a favorite

Heidi Sands September 18, 2017 at 7:52 AM Well written Jo. Good luck in the contest :)

Russell Sivey September 18, 2017 at 7:31 AM This is very funny! Of course it's not funny when you are in that situation, but afterwards when you are inside it can be hilarious! I surely loved reading this illustrious poem this morning! You have written a magnificent write Jo! What a remarkable piece, Great Work!!

Silent One September 18, 2017 at 7:15 AM Great write for the contest Jo..

Lin Lane September 18, 2017 at 7:06 AM Oh Jo, I love the picture and caption! That would be a guy's thought. Nicely done. I'm writing about the same kind of situation that happened to me, but it's a sad account. Well wishes for the contest.