Manspread

A scourge on subways is the guy
Whose legs are widely splayed
So those who want to sit won’t try – 
They’re shy or just afraid.

His manspread takes two seats at least
As if it is his right,
Though others think this selfish beast
Is more than impolite.

The MTA*’s creating ads
To focus on these guys,
Though likely such obnoxious cads
Will never compromise.

I wish I had the kind of nerve
To challenge such a man
And give him what he does deserve – 
A kick right in the can!

*Metropolitan Transit Authority
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Adams Avatar
January 16, 2015 at 7:26 PM
Too cute. I have been enjoying reading many of your poems this evening, Ilene. You have such a natural way with rhyme, and an easy flow with meter.
Dietrich Avatar
January 10, 2015 at 5:53 PM
hahaha, you are so good, Ilene. You could change the last verse so that you end up with a rhyme to kick him in the balls. But it's a great ending line! I think I heard the term manscaping somewhere as well. Hey, is MTA truly creating ads? What a hoot.
Johnson Avatar
January 6, 2015 at 9:01 PM
Well aren't they S P E C I A L! Too bad a well written poem like this would probably be lost on them. Peace. :)
Amadore Avatar
January 5, 2015 at 2:03 PM
Yet another urban observation of one of the countless not-so-minor impolite behaviors that mar our everyday lives. And so ably stated! I enjoyed your poem Ilene.
Smith Avatar
January 4, 2015 at 4:44 PM
I see those guys here on the CTA and I hate when they wont give their seat to the elderly
Manassian Avatar
January 4, 2015 at 4:18 PM
I'm LM on this one!!! :) You are so good, Ilene. I love coming here and having my spirits lifted. I'd go for somewhere else too! ;)
Johnson Avatar
January 4, 2015 at 4:17 PM
Cute write Ilene. Thank you for your comment. Love, Joyce
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