Mother said ---

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Mother said …, by Suzette Richards – image generated 10 July 2024

apotheotic: (adj) the highest point in the development of something; a culmination or climax; also, the elevation of someone to divine status.

I used REFRACTORY RHYMES throughout this poem.

what she said could be seen as hyperbole
not to come running on broken leg problem
but her wisdom portioned into golden prompts
saving for a rainy day comes up empty
the free market could benefit by her depth
she’s open-handed and supports socialism
however her intentions were never false
like threats of waiting for return of husband
witticism unsurpassed by comic excerpts
Mother is an apotheotic angel

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/10/2024 8:27:00 PM

I need to look up apotheotic!

Suzette Richards
Date: 7/10/2024 10:35:00 PM

Lol ... You know me Andrea ... I love throwing in a word or two that is new to me. I have now added the definition to my notes.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/10/2024 8:26:00 PM

Cool poem going with that fascinating picture . Can't wait to try out your contest.

Suzette Richards
Date: 7/10/2024 10:34:00 PM

This is a taste of my next contest ...

Constance La France

Date: 7/10/2024 10:51:00 AM

Suzette, I like your poem. Mother sounds just like my grandma, dirt poor, strict and a bit cross at times, struggled to put food on the table, but could be quite funny, and was beloved, I love that image too, Constance

Suzette Richards
Date: 7/10/2024 11:44:00 AM

I once told my mother that she had taught me the value of money and that I must turn over a penny before spending it. She laughed and said that she used to sneak extra pennies into my moneybox as a reward to teach me the lesson that instant gratification is not a desirable trait. LOL ... Talk about getting our lines crossed. :)