Notes About The Poem

Charles Messina sponsored

Written 2/11/2025

 

Man in the lift CM

The man in the elevator got in on the second floor with me,
he with his wife and a strange looking dog,
the dog looked cleaner of the mangy three,
man looked like he been pulled out of a bog,

the dog took a liking to my perfume,
nibbled at my shoe and stayed by my side,
the pong from man, was like dead on exhume,
his teeth so colourful, his stare cross eyed.

I cut short journey got out at floor ten,
took stairs to my condo at forty two,
wife was bemused when door she did open,
she then turned me around to check for poo!
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Kauffman Avatar
November 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
What an experience, Krish! You have wonderfully, and metaphorically, described the way our encounters with other people linger with us and, in this case, on us! Best wishes for the contest. Blessings!
Radhakrishna Avatar
November 4, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Thanks Sam! Charles inspiration and some imagination!
Poet Avatar
November 3, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Exquisite reflections linger in this poem, dear friend. The topic you have selected bears significance and relevance, resonating with the currents of thought that shape our understanding.
Radhakrishna Avatar
November 3, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Thanks indeed! Always lovely to hear from you!!
Goldsmith Avatar
November 2, 2025 at 10:32 AM
What a creative/fun write you have here. I enjoyed reading. "Good Luck" We both did this one. Have Autumn Blessings As You Write Away.............
Radhakrishna Avatar
November 2, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Thanks Paula! Good to have your kind words!!
Jones Avatar
November 2, 2025 at 8:35 AM
This made me giggle. However did you see the instructions about using a specific starting line? You may want to look again. I did this one too! Good luck!
Jones Avatar
November 2, 2025 at 2:10 PM
You’re welcome
Radhakrishna Avatar
November 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Thanks Karen! Amended!! Much obliged!
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