Preterition

He wanted my number and name.

I saw on his finger a ring.

I wouldn’t be playing his game.

He wanted my number and name.

I said to him (when the drinks came)

I wasn’t the type for a fling.

He wanted my number and name.

I saw on his finger a ring!


Written May 14, 2016
For the Preterition Contest of Sara Kendrick
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Kendrick Avatar
May 21, 2016 at 8:36 AM
Your poem was awesome, creative and unique..Thank you for entering my Preterition Contest..I am sorry for being so long in congratulating you but things have been happening here that I could not control..Congratulations on your placement..Sara
Kimathi Avatar
May 18, 2016 at 4:19 AM
That man should have removed his ring, lol. Well, congrats Andrea, for your placement in the contest with this wonderful piece!! ;-)
Austin Avatar
May 17, 2016 at 11:12 AM
What a word! It takes in a whole helluva lot of territory. This is the single woman's short bible, eh? Love, daver
La France Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 3:36 PM
Andrea, this is wonderful for the contest, best of luck ~
Godwin Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 1:49 PM
I know this man - saw him at a bar once years ago and I'm so glad you avoided him. Every female should relate to this one. Such a good idea, Andrea - it should do well as it is a universal occurence ... CayCay
Y. Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 10:36 AM
Hi Andrea, I see this didn't actually happen. Nevertheless it was a well written piece that many could relate too. Excellent job. Good luck in the contest.7 - Alexis
Dietrich Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 9:02 AM
By the way, folks, this poem is totally made up. I have been only to a few bars in my lifetime and it was with hubbie and just to listen to kareoke or something. I don't even drink!!!
Anish Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 8:44 AM
Is this a true story or a made up situation. After some drinks you might not have seen his ring! What is Pretertion? Went to a good poetry reading in Saugerties. They paid for my room - I sold a few chapbooks and they paid for a nice breakfast buffet! Now I am back on the Lower East Side and heard some terrible sounding rap music this morning. Well - I guess I will write something today. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Smith Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 8:35 AM
Good for you. Excellent Triolet Andrea.
Nance Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 7:32 AM
Some men Shesh!
Manassian Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 5:36 AM
Hmmmmmm....It's good didn't do more than that to the guy! ;) Great write, dear. Good luck in the contest. Hugs
Trifiatis Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 3:11 AM
That's my girl! Wonderful Triolet, have enjoyed it a lot. A seven dear, Andrea!
A  Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 2:25 AM
the nerve on him! an awesome entry to the contest, good luck:).....SKAT
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 1:42 AM
Hi Andie, you taught me a new word today.. :D weeeee bad bad man!!! I'm so pleased to read another triolet from you Andie.. :) Yes, thank God Andie, good news is near to happen.. =`) weeeee! James and I are very excited!!! We welcome everyday with big smiles!!! We will again be eye to eye, ah maybe chest to chest in a dance too... ;) hehehe! I hope you are doing ok! Stay happy! God bless! Smiles and hugs, Olive ELoisa =`)
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