Preacher's Pet Peeve

There was a man whose name was Mr  Loud,
he preached humility with his head bowed,
He was quite the preacher,
with a unique feature,
He was so humble that it made him proud!


inspired by Carolyn Devonshire's poem "Impounding Ego"
Thanks Carolyn!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Wesley Avatar
July 18, 2012 at 9:18 AM
Yes, I could spot him in any crowd aND KNOW HE IS YOUR CREATION! mAKE SUREYOUPUT THIS ONE IN YOUR BOOK!
Dietrich Avatar
April 30, 2012 at 8:14 PM
hahaha, this one is priceless!!
A   Avatar
April 29, 2012 at 10:20 PM
Robert, it happens to be..that i know that man.. (JK) and no he is not from my church... more like my old coach... I like how proud one can carry themselves... . enjoyed stopping by ;-) good night, * always PD
Horne Avatar
March 13, 2012 at 3:33 PM
LOL, enjoyed this clever limerick, my friend
Andresen Avatar
March 8, 2012 at 7:23 AM
Well done Limerick Robert, good. - oxox Anne-Lise
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