Lotsa Limericks - It Couldn'T Be Verse

1. Big Brother
Big Brother's protecting his mice
with a secret eavesdropping device.
          If you hang up the phone
          he'll just send in a drone
when a warrant won't really suffice.

		2. Neutrality
The internet's meant to be free,
yes for all, such as you, such as me.
          But now there's some doubt -
          will it lose all its clout
with the death of neutrality's spree?

		3. Privacy
'twas surely our forefather's dread
all our emails would someday be read.
	Now that push comes to shove
	by the powers above,
private thoughts must now stay in our head.

		4. Guantanamo 
Guantanamo bay's a resort
where the fishing's a fabulous sport -
	with your back on a board
	tepid water is poured
spawning tales for a kangaroo court.

		5. Banks
To bountiful bailouts give thanks
for there's nothing much richer than banks -
	making money galore
	taking homes from the poor
while they're managing mortgaging pranks.

		6. Health
If you live in the States don't get sick
(lest a cut of the upper class clique).
	Whether injured or ill
	all they'll give you's a pill -
if you're lucky you'll surely die quick.

		7. Economy
Our economy's doing just fine
lying dead with a slug in the spine.
	So come follow the call
	where there's money for all
and pure profit's the bottom-most line.

		8. Safety
Vigilantes and cops are wide spread -  
as for justice… not even a shred.
	The avengers of right
	score when stalking the night 
so beware of a cap in the head.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Beaufort Avatar
November 11, 2015 at 7:57 PM
Terry, these are an account of the state of affairs we have. And this is just what we know about. You have done very well here. It's tough when you have an inkling of the truth, so we shall do the best we can every day, try to change things and laugh as much as we can in the process because the truth is just crazy.
Breidenthal Avatar
April 7, 2015 at 4:39 AM
Number 3 and 8 are my favorites from the list here, though all of these limericks are gold!!! Very witty and quite humorous! Beautifully written once again. I have really enjoyed reading tonight. Always, Laura
Collins Avatar
December 27, 2014 at 8:07 AM
I'll be back you crazy coot. Wot Sean Keely said times a hundred.
A   Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 6:57 PM
Terry,, Stopping by to say Hello, and Wish you a very Merry, Merry Christmas!!! May it bring you joy, happiness and everything else you deserve. Merry Christmas and a Happy New year! Forever ~LINDA~
Kelly Avatar
December 21, 2014 at 5:48 AM
Terry , 8 of the best Limericks ever posted on this site . You have them nailed with perfect count/timing and wicked wit . Write onnnn ...
Chakrabarty Avatar
December 10, 2014 at 5:17 AM
6. Health--this limerick is not so funny "If you live in the States don't get sick" it arouses feelings of intense fear, horror, insecurity and distress.My God. Who says limericks are funny. Terry gives to it a new definition. Love XXX rajat
May Avatar
December 7, 2014 at 12:02 PM
This was very funny Terry.... enjoyed ..5 & 6 were my favorites
Helppi Avatar
December 3, 2014 at 8:49 AM
Great writing, especially enjoyed your "managing mortgaging pranks," that was killer!
Kearley Avatar
November 24, 2014 at 2:56 PM
Ha, ha.... Very well written! Words from my own mind. :o)
Johnson Avatar
November 19, 2014 at 5:27 PM
You da man, man. Peace. :)
Fisher Avatar
November 17, 2014 at 4:40 PM
Terry, these were certainly a treat for the head, and I agree with the things that you said. That the people, we, can surely agree, we've been had by the elites and the Fed. Loved the topics and your writing.
Bear Avatar
November 13, 2014 at 1:08 PM
Loved numbers 3 and 5. You have the style down pat and make us want more. Blessings. Edith
O'Leary Avatar
November 15, 2014 at 12:13 PM
Thanks Edith... maybe there's more to come... ;-))
Allison Avatar
November 13, 2014 at 8:28 AM
Great to re read these - why not enter a limerick in Roy Jerden's clean limerick contest? Hugs jan xx
O'Leary Avatar
November 15, 2014 at 12:13 PM
Thanks, Jan... I will... ;-))
Johnson Avatar
November 8, 2014 at 5:55 AM
very f-ing good mate you have me laughing:}
O'Leary Avatar
November 15, 2014 at 12:11 PM
Thank you Don... your laughs make me smile... ;-))
Lamoureux Avatar
October 29, 2014 at 6:03 PM
Fantastic! each and every one hits the mark. I like your sense of irreverant humor.
Riley Avatar
October 25, 2014 at 10:33 AM
Laugh......I really did!!!!!! Superb...
O'Leary Avatar
November 15, 2014 at 12:10 PM
Thanks!I'm pleased to have been of service... ;-))
Hicks Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 12:17 PM
Your political statements echo mine in these satirical limericks. You hit so many nails on the head you might as well have built a house. World is getting more and more insane by the minute... excellent, excellent!
O'Leary Avatar
October 24, 2014 at 3:01 AM
Thank you, hank you, Timothy... You're right about the insanity... :-((
Dietrich Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 7:06 PM
The health one sure touched a nerve with me. It is funny but at the same time so sadly true.
O'Leary Avatar
October 24, 2014 at 2:59 AM
They are 'funny' because of the irony... they're all sadly true... I hope your health issues are resolved soon...
Dietrich Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 7:05 PM
wow, terry, you are STILL GREAT with limericks. What marvelous limerick beat and also messages done so cleverly. I FAVE this one.
O'Leary Avatar
October 24, 2014 at 2:56 AM
Thank you, Andrea! I appreciate your appreciation... ;-))
Sietesantos Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 1:39 PM
Great write! Tehehehe! Very funny, clever Limerick! Excellent pieces! I very much enjoyed them! Pandita
O'Leary Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 4:58 AM
Thank you, Pandita... happy you enjoyed!!
Allison Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 1:29 PM
I agree with Barbara's comment - very cutting edge humour:-) Hugs jan xxx
O'Leary Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 5:03 AM
Thank you, Jan... I'm glad they had an effect on you too, humorous and/or otherwise... ;-))
Gorelick Avatar
October 21, 2014 at 9:37 AM
I enjoyed each one..The are funny , but oh do they cut like a knife. BG
O'Leary Avatar
October 22, 2014 at 4:53 AM
Thank you, Barbara... I'm glad they had an effect, humorous and/or otherwise... ;-))
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