John Watt Poet Monoku

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Monday Monokus - Oct 2020

These were my first five "Monday Monokus":

"Three Monokus walk into a bar"  posted 28 Sept 2020

don't challenge Death to a pillow fight         or you will face Reaper cushions

"Mr. Descartes, will you join us?"       "I think not", he said, and disappeared

the only time that cows will fall asleep              is when it's pasture bedtime


Attribution: these one-liners were found online and the sources are unknown


"Good Moaning to You"  posted 5 Oct 2020

Buddhist monk walks up to a hot dog stand:      "make me one with everything"

this sign seen at a butcher shop:      "our lean beef comes from 2-legged cows"

there are just 2 kinds of people that drive me crazy       those that can't count


Attribution: the first of these 3 one-liners was found online and the source is unknown. The other two were (to my knowledge) original to me.


"COVID Crazy"  posted 12 Oct 2020

during covid I sit around           like a head with its chicken cut off

I'm doing my first marathon this weekend      hmm, netflix or hulu?

did you wake up grouchy today        or did you allow him to sleep in?


Attribution: these one-liners were found online and the sources are unknown


"Avian Flew"  posted 19 Oct 2020

indiscriminate lovebirds        may contract a canarial disease

a few unprotected canaries      have been known to contract cherpes

...most get lucky and are greatly relieved       to find out it's tweetable


Attribution: I first heard this 3-part joke from my father-in-law many years ago. The source is unknown (I'm pretty sure he didn't make it up...)


"News Flash"  posted 26 Oct 2020

"toilet stolen from local precinct      police have nothing to go on"

"marijuana bill snuffed out      by a Congressional Joint Committee"

the News is where they tell you "Good Evening"      then explain why it isn't

Attribution: these one-liners were found online and the sources are unknown

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Jennifer Proxenos October 29, 2020 at 4:24 AM John how did I miss this excellent write for which you got POTD and a great day for you - please forgive me John, I would never ever not responded, it was probably one of those hectic business days. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Line Gauthier October 23, 2020 at 8:39 PM Keep them coming, John ~ John Watt October 24, 2020 at 1:08 AM Thanks, I appreciate your visit, Line.

Kim Rodrigues October 1, 2020 at 11:20 AM Funny, especially the last one! Congratulations on POTD! John Watt October 23, 2020 at 5:26 PM Thanks for letting me know which one you liked, Kim!

Besma Riabi Dziri October 1, 2020 at 9:22 AM A wonderful funny poetry that makes a lot of sense! A cheering sense of humour from a poet of great insight! So delighted to be here to read and congratulate.. Congratulations, John, on your POTD honour! A well earned recognition! God bless you. My deepest regards. John Watt October 23, 2020 at 5:24 PM Thanks for coming by to share your encouraging words, Besma! Warmly, John

Susan Ashley September 30, 2020 at 9:00 PM John, it’s such a pleasure to return to offer you my heartfelt congratulations for your witty poem’s worthy recognition with POTD honors. I’m so happy to see this piece in the spotlight, my dear friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan John Watt September 30, 2020 at 9:11 PM Thank you Susan, very sweet of you to come back to say so! It was a fun day seeing so many PS friends drop by to say hi, and today it's Eve's turn so I'm thrilled for her. It's a fun little tradition, and I appreciate you going out of your way to lift my spirits. Warmly ~ John

William Kelii Kekaula September 30, 2020 at 6:29 PM Ahh! Words right out of Gruden's playbook--a witty write, John--1 & 3, hehe--I just read yours after Cardinals hangs on and A's ties-up. Thanks for the stellar day's end, Aloha! William William Kelii Kekaula September 30, 2020 at 8:38 PM He's now a grandpa... kid on my lap pic, took the boys whenever to the games in the non-glory years, spoiled them I guess, mayhaps, SD's time has come! John Watt September 30, 2020 at 8:20 PM Maybe because A's and Raiders have actually won multiple championships! SD has yet to win a national championship in any major sport... sigh William Kelii Kekaula September 30, 2020 at 7:12 PM You hail from SD...my second oldest lives in Temecula--diehard A's/Raiders--I wonder why is that, Hmm? John Watt September 30, 2020 at 7:01 PM Glad you liked it, William. I need a little laughter after that Padres loss, but I'm happy for your A's. Hope they go the distance. Who knows, maybe they'll meet in the World Series!

Anitha Jayasankar September 30, 2020 at 1:56 AM Well crafted, great work! Especially challenging 'death' for a 'pillow fight' and the 'repercussion' that has to be faced. Also loved Descartes' 'I think not' and 'Disappeared'. Very good humor sense too. Congrats on POTD! :) -- Ani John Watt September 30, 2020 at 7:39 AM Glad you enjoyed these, Anitha. Thanks for dropping by ~ John

Sam Kauffman September 29, 2020 at 3:36 PM Seriously! Leaf it to you...turning over a new leaf...bar none! I think the playoffs have gone to your head! Congrats to the Pads BTW! So funny - still laughing. Your title is beyond clever! Kudos and high fives on your POTD! John Watt September 30, 2020 at 7:38 AM Many thanks, my friend. Regarding playoffs, we shall see what's in the Cards.

Eve Roper September 29, 2020 at 3:32 PM Cute, John, congratulations on POTD John Watt September 30, 2020 at 7:35 AM Thanks for the congrats, my friend ~ John

Mark Koplin September 29, 2020 at 1:03 PM Great job John!! Your humor is greatly appreciated. Congrats on POTD!! John Watt September 30, 2020 at 7:35 AM Glad you liked it, Mark. Thanks for stopping by ~ John

Gershon Wolf September 29, 2020 at 12:18 PM 'pasture bedtime!' -- very funny, John! Congrats on POTD! Best wishes, Gershon John Watt September 30, 2020 at 7:34 AM Thank you Gershon! Much appreciated. ~ John

Paula Goldsmith September 29, 2020 at 10:18 AM Congratulations on your POTD win. So cute and funny. You made me laugh. "Thank You" Enjoy you win and day......... John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:36 AM Thank you for dropping by with your smile and uplifting support, Paula ~ John

Constance La France September 29, 2020 at 8:38 AM Joh, Congratulations on POTD _Constance John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:30 AM Thank you Constance, much appreciated ~ John

Brandy Nicole September 29, 2020 at 8:25 AM I am softly giggling. You knew this would happen after I started reading these cute thoughts from your talented pen. :) To pick a favorite, would have to be "you will face Reaper cushions" and "it's pasture bedtime" Thanks for the smile this morning my dear sweet friend. Congratulations John, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Brandy Brandy Nicole September 29, 2020 at 11:53 AM John, I am humbled by this title you have given to me. Thank you doesn't seem enough. I am not anyone special. I am just a simple poetess writing from the heart. ~ Brandy John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:29 AM Hi Brandy, I echo what Panagiota wrote to you about always being there to cheer for the POTD honorees. You are indeed the epitome of what Soup is about; talent, encouragement, friendship. Thank you for this and many other supportive comments you have left for me and so many others. You deserve an EOTD - encourager of the day! Blessings ~ John

Michelle Faulkner September 29, 2020 at 8:14 AM Back to say hooray! for your POTD :) John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:30 AM Grateful for your double visit and constant support. Enjoy your day ~ John

Regina Mcintosh September 29, 2020 at 6:38 AM So adorable. Congrats on POTD :) God bless you John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:24 AM Thank you, Gina. I appreciate the congrats and blessings. Enjoy your day ~ John

Jan Allison September 29, 2020 at 6:01 AM dropping back with my congrats on POTD:-) :-) hugs jan xx John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:23 AM Thank you for the double dose of smiles, dear friend. Hugs to you ~ John

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart September 29, 2020 at 5:48 AM Tee Hee! Love these! Congratulations on POTD! giggles away~ xomo! John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:23 AM I appreciate your words more than just a smidge, Pidge!

Vijay Pandit September 29, 2020 at 5:29 AM Congrats John on poem of the day. Enjoyed the humor in your talented write. John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:22 AM Thank you Vijay, always appreciate your friendly support ~ John

John Gondolf September 29, 2020 at 5:09 AM Enjoyed your poetic humor this morning, John, congrats on POTD. John John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:21 AM Glad you liked the silliness, John. Appreciate you stopping by ~ John

Anne-Lise Andresen September 29, 2020 at 4:18 AM - Congratulations :) John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:21 AM Thanks for making the return trip Anne-Lise. Hugs ~ John

Tania Kitchin September 29, 2020 at 3:11 AM A cute collection, congratulations on POTD! John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:20 AM Thanks for the visit and congrats, Tania.

Tom Cunningham September 29, 2020 at 12:56 AM Back with congratulations John on POTD, the world needs more humour right now. Enjoy the honour. Tom John Watt September 29, 2020 at 10:19 AM Enjoying it to the max, dear Tom. Thanks for your double visit!

Susan Ashley September 28, 2020 at 8:01 PM My dear friend, you had me giggling at the title! Your witty pen spills fun and fantastic ink with this trio of monoku, John. A delightful string of humorous gems! :)) Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan John Watt September 29, 2020 at 12:36 AM Grateful to have your eloquent support even when the subject is silliness, Susan. I hope to do more of these. Warm regards ~ John

Michelle Faulkner September 28, 2020 at 2:56 PM Maybe when cows fall asleep, they have a pillow fight with Death, then disappear ;) Brandy Nicole September 29, 2020 at 8:26 AM :) I am giggling too. A poem you have created within your comment Michelle. :) Hugs, Brandy John Watt September 29, 2020 at 12:34 AM I laughed for 5 minutes when I read your comment! Thanks for getting into the spirit of this.

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