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Poem written for my friend Mel. 02/09/24

"I suffer from severe dyslexia. I was the only child on my block on Halloween to go 'trick or trout' … Here comes that young Williams boy. Better get some fish". Robin Williams

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Word blindness shore maid my life hell When righting two my buddy Mel Ironic indeed Butt wee both agreed Dyslexia’s sew hard too spell!

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Jack Horne

Date: 3/11/2024 2:57:00 PM

LOL, Steve's dyslexic too & I've always wondered as well why they decided on a bloody word that nobody can spell

James Peranteau

Date: 2/27/2024 5:44:00 PM

Incredible... a new study for me...i'm think'n dear poet; pneuma with dyslexia must read me well ;) ....i luv dys right!

Aysha Nuwas

Date: 2/25/2024 11:25:00 PM

I llved ths.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

thanks so much Aysha. I spend little time on soup as I am busy writing new material for book #2:-) hugs Jan xx

David Fisher

Date: 2/13/2024 4:37:00 PM

Such a clever limerick, Jan. And the punch line is outstanding!

Jan Allison
Date: 2/13/2024 5:11:00 PM

thanks david:-) hugs Jan xx

Tony Hargreaves

Date: 2/11/2024 10:46:00 AM

I no the roblem. I rite more rong werds and wunder y. Is it my falling I site or is it my brane? Take care. X

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 10:53:00 AM

Eye right rong werdz two butt eye keep trying !:-) hugs jan xx

Duke Beaufort

Date: 2/11/2024 9:47:00 AM

In view of the previous limerick set, could Mel have used dyslexia as a defense....the "I thought she was you excuse?" Anyhow thanks for this view of this disorder. The picture is also a wonderful synopsis. It gives me paws.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 10:31:00 AM

thanks for dropping by Duke, always a pleasure to see you and read your wonderful limericks xx hugs jan xx

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 2/11/2024 9:16:00 AM

Amen! - I've known some amazing dyslexics - Love it Jan. God bless you with love, Gina

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 10:30:00 AM

me too especially youngsters I worked with who blossomed and it was a joy to be with them:-) hugs Jan xx

Mark Koplin

Date: 2/10/2024 6:46:00 AM

Lol, that’s awesome Jan!

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 7:36:00 AM

thanks Mark, i woke with the poem in my head - written 3 in silly hours as I have to get up and write them down before the idea goes:-) hugs jan xx

Mark Massey

Date: 2/10/2024 6:08:00 AM

Dear Jan, Ha! If it wasn't for a dixionary, I couldn't have spelled that correckly. Thanks for stopping by my site this morning. BTW - Your new book is on its way to Dallas, TX, I'll receive it next week... Congrats on its success.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 7:36:00 AM

lol thanks Mark for the comment and i am thrilled you purchased the book, I hope it makes you smile:-) hugs Jan xx

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 2/9/2024 3:12:00 PM

clever and funny, Jan. My brother was dyslexic...but it was the 50s and little was done at school to help him. He wrote everything backwards...the only way to read what he wrote was to hold it up to a mirror and read the reflection...mother spent countless, frustrating hours helping to write and see the world as others saw it. I think, though, he was forever changed...never felt as if he fit in...even as an adult. Sorry, I ramble. Enjoyed the humorous read, Sara

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 7:35:00 AM

I feel for your brother as i agree so little was done to help those who struggled, and now I recall a student at school also wrote backwards . hugs jan xx

Ilene Bauer

Date: 2/9/2024 12:44:00 PM

Cleverly written, Jan! Made me grin…

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 7:34:00 AM

Thanks Ilene:-) I had a feeling you would appreciate it:-) hugs jan xx

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 2/9/2024 11:27:00 AM

Don't know if I should laugh or cry. Too much pain when reading.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 8:03:00 AM

hope you are ok Victor!

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 2/9/2024 10:54:00 AM

It must be funny day in poetry. This was humorous and enjoyable. I hope your friend appreciates your effort.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 7:33:00 AM

thanks Hilda, the poem was in my brain when i woke up lol:-) hugs jan xx

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 2/9/2024 10:08:00 AM

Dear Jan, is a fun revelating reflection on the challenges of dyslexia, cleverly comprised into a humorous and relatable narrative. Your use of wordplay and rhyme effectively conveys the frustrations and ironies of grappling with dyslexia, while also highlighting the resilience and camaraderie found in shared experiences. Through your witty and insightful verses, you shed light on the complexities of living with dyslexia, inviting empathy and understanding from readers. -Brilliant, Daniel!

Jan Allison
Date: 2/11/2024 7:32:00 AM

Thanks so much for your wonderful comment Daniel:-) I worked with students with learning difficulties for 16 years, one lad was so badly affected with dyslexia but we developed a great working relationship and he left school able to read and was working on a hotel reception - he is a super lad and i was so proud of his achievements:-) hugs jan xx