Joe Maverick Poet Couplet

Oh Verbiage My Verbiage

I feel...that lilting sequence.. And I know you are at hand.. Soon words will come
upon me; like dunes upon the sand.."

The walls cannot protect me" I’ve bolted every door! and even pried some
floorboards up to make my escape more sure..!

Escape..! my only refuge yes..! And live a normal life; I’ll travel to...? To.. Bermuda..!
Yes or.... Maybe even take a wife...) 

At last alone.. I’m swimming in balmy sea, just a few lengths from the sand.. Its nice to
be alone out here, just the whispering tide at hand.."

I think.. I’ll turn, and head to shore when...I’m hit upon my side..) Oh no..! 
its an old green bottle; with a written note inside.."

© Joe Maverick 24-10-2010

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Sara Kendrick November 13, 2014 at 5:38 AM I bet the message inside that bottle was from the lady from which you were running or a very important treasure map..Enjoyed reading today..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara Joe Maverick July 30, 2026 at 2:07 PM Thank you for commenting Sara.'

Robert A. Dufresne October 31, 2010 at 6:12 PM Yup sounds like you've got it bad Joe....:)

Matthew Anish October 30, 2010 at 11:46 AM I have been to sunny climes myself. When I was there I was too relaxed to write. Now that I am back in good old New York writing comes more easily. Your poem reminds me of that song by the Police - "Message in a Bottle". Nice work! Yours Matthew Anish Joe Maverick July 30, 2026 at 2:08 PM I hope you can read this Matthew Thanks old friend.)

Doris Culverhouse October 24, 2010 at 6:16 PM strange poem... the g## word could be removed for the site rules.

Andrea Dietrich October 24, 2010 at 3:07 PM This was most interesting, going from the four walls to your escape to Bermuda! and the funny ending finding a bottle with a note inside. I enjoyed! LUv, Andrea

Dr.Ram Mehta October 24, 2010 at 2:54 PM Very raging thoughts, Joe, but in your heart you have a desire to settle down for a family life,

Carolyn Devonshire October 24, 2010 at 2:32 PM Read this poem this afternoon and love it, Joe. I have been dealing with family issues and trying to make time for the Soup. I'm sure you know how that is. My brother and sister have beenkeeping me very busy. Love, Carolyn

Carolyn Devonshire October 24, 2010 at 1:43 PM LOL And you thought you could get away from words, Joe. Guess it can't even be done on your deserted island! This is a very witty write! Love, Carolyn