On Rhyming

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[This poem is written with a nod of appreciation to Maurice Rigoler, who is a master at writing Light Verse. I was inspired me to write this little poem after reading his poem "To the Long-Winded."]

If I may suggest the best way to write a poem that rhymes is line up your rhymes ahead of time -- And always make sure the rhymes you choose come from your head and not your shoes! written June 29, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 6/30/2021 11:18:00 PM

Have you been peeking over my shoulder?

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/1/2021 7:38:00 AM

Nope, and I have no idea what the last lines mean, Caren. They just seemed trivial and fun.

Terry Flood

Date: 6/29/2021 3:00:00 PM

If it comes from your head it may be your nose, if it comes from your shoes it’s probably toes, and if in between... perhaps pantyhose! So that’s that sorted. Fun notion, Milt. ;-) Terry

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/29/2021 6:45:00 PM

Thanks, Terry, I enjoyed your comment. Thanks for reading my poem.

Sotto Poet

Date: 6/29/2021 12:01:00 PM

Fine advice Milton, I like the last 2 lines, the rhymes you choose come from your head and not your shoes! the rhymes you choose come from your head and not your shoes! In any case, my good friend, My work doesn't provoke a reaction from you anymore; I hope it isn't because of the quality of my poetry; however, I am still getting pleasure and offering feedback on your beautiful poems. Peace and blessings

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/29/2021 12:54:00 PM

Thanks for your thoughtful and kind comment, Lasaad. I'm sorry, I thought I was commenting on your poems. I supposed I must have missed some. I'll do better!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 6/29/2021 11:41:00 AM

Good advice Milton, one that we should all adhere to. Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/29/2021 11:48:00 AM

LOL. Thanks, Tom. Although, I wouldn't know how a rhyme from the head differs from a rhyme from the feet! SLOL!