L Milton Hankins Poet Verse

Procrastination

My problem is not peculiar to me  
This propensity to procrastinate  
So, come next year, if it is not too late, 
I shall try very, very hard, you see, 
From this habit to finally break free 
Then again, I might recapitulate. 

It is possible I may overcome 
Putting the chores off until tomorrow, 
From last week's odious troubles borrow 
Today's work will always seem cumbersome, 
Next week prob'ly won't be so troublesome, 
Then, I will deal with the such sweet sorrow.

In any case, hope you will wish me luck
At this moment, I couldn't give a puck.

March 4, 2021

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Marcela Proust March 7, 2021 at 4:28 AM Hahaha loved the last word wink. But we have a shared dare I say "problem". I love the flow of this poem. The first two lines allieration, and of course rhyming keeps the rhythm. I'm not much of a rhymer, but someday perhaps I'll try it. Later. Thank you. Marcela Proust March 7, 2021 at 10:23 AM I try to randomly chose what type of poem. I wouldn't win any contests here hahaha. L Milton Hankins March 7, 2021 at 9:32 AM I was following the rules of a contest that required this type of rhyme. I write both...rhyme and free verse. I try to match the form with the theme, etc. Thanks for your comment.

Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 6:10 AM Ha ha! I wanted to start a procrastinators club but never got around to it. L Milton Hankins March 5, 2021 at 8:54 AM LOL. Well, if you ever get it going, I'll consider joining it someday.

Richard Lamoureux March 4, 2021 at 3:16 PM I meant to comment on this one earlier. ;0). I’m sure there are many who will relate to this piece. L Milton Hankins March 4, 2021 at 3:45 PM Most of them are waiting to comment later, I suspect.

Gershon Wolf March 4, 2021 at 3:16 PM Uh, I'd wish you luck, Milt, but I'm kinda busy now, so --- How about tomorrow,...unless something comes up, of course. lol. :) gw L Milton Hankins March 4, 2021 at 3:46 PM LOL. Did you notice my word "puck?" I have no idea what that means, but I do know what it sounds like! I'm trying to keep the word police happy! LOL

W.A. Cholt March 4, 2021 at 2:15 PM Procrastination and indecision are the bane of many people's lives. I can completely relate to your poem. I wish you all the luck in the world. Perseverance wins in the end. L Milton Hankins March 4, 2021 at 3:44 PM Let's hope! Thanks for your comments W.A. I appreciate you.