PS Male Poets: Six Years Later

6 years ago, I wrote limericks about 5 PS poets. Today, I've posted
about another 5 and will continue to add more...  before 6 years.

I tickled funny bones of five Souper men
So, I gave thought to trying it once again
In the order they replied
My sarcasm was applied
As I gently heckled them with ink and pen

First, Tom Cunningham, who "liked my collection"
To femme limericks he had no objection
But now it's his turn
Tom, forgive the burn
I heard you're headed for a house of correction

Jerry T Curtis said to "keep them coming"
But I think that lately he's been slumming
He's all aflutter
And starts to stutter
When his lady friend starts his heart strumming

Then there is the poet of romance, Tim Smith
His sweet words of seduction are not a myth
I know it to be truth
Don't ask me. It's uncouth
I don't kiss and tell so I'm pleading the fifth

John Gondolf said my limericks made him "chuckle"
His comments are always filled with honeysuckle
But if he wants a date
I'll have to castigate
I have a black belt in the use of my knuckles

"I needed smiles and giggles," said Greg Barden
His poems are flowers blooming in a garden
But some words are couture
Fertilized with manure
Now I guess I'll have to beg for Greg's pardon

The new additions...

Like a brother he comes to my defense
This man wears no guise and has no pretense
Mark Koplin, misunderstood
A modern-day Robin Hood
To me he shines with rays of effulgence

There's a man who took me under his wing
Says what he thinks. Doesn't hold back a thing
Danny Turner, my friend
A helping hand he'll lend
For offering kind words, he's a wellspring

David Kavanagh, true friend from the start
Encouraging advice, he does impart
Throws Monoku lines like spears
I raise a glass to him ~ cheers!
Loyal, his word. A man with a good heart

Canadian, Vaso, we don't see oft
Art doesn't come across as being soft
But has a tender heart
For countries torn apart
His poetic words should never be scoffed

His funny thoughts overflow in a Flood
Terry writes humor that's never a dud
Risque, and sometimes not
His stories have a plot
Rumor has it that he's known as 'The Stud'

Gentlemen, I ask forgiveness for this spoof
My humorous parodies should be the proof
That I like all of you
And don't mind if ya do
Get even in your own limericks of reproof
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Kauffman Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:07 PM
Indeed, Lin, the chivalry of these fine men is part of their DNA! And, the limerick is a perfect way to extol them! Just plain fun and funny! Great idea. Can't wait for the next installment, my friend. Sending you blessings with an attachment of giggles! So happy I came upon your limericks today!
Lane Avatar
June 22, 2024 at 12:29 AM
Thanks,Sam. I appreciate your thoughts and value your comments. I hope I don’t overlook anyone worthy in the next group. I might be putting a rope around my neck. ;-)
Koplin Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 2:28 PM
Your limerick’s are brilliant my friend! I loved each and every one. I’m so proud and honored to be part of your lims! I’m very grateful to have such great friends as you guys!! Thank you Lin!
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 3:33 PM
Mark, it's always MY honor to show appreciation for those of you who have offered so much of themselves to me in friendship. You've been my sounding board, my inspiration, given me your shoulder many times, and we've shared much laughter together. There's a bond between us. ;-)
Beaufort Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 12:52 PM
Very funny Lin, you really know how to roast these guys. It is a pleasure to have humor and you supply it with just the right touch!!
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Thank you, Duke. It was a pleasure to do a sweet roast of these kind men and very happy knowing everyone who counts with me has been enjoying the read.
Flood Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 12:10 PM
I’m sure everyone mentioned will be chuffed, Lin. Me?… I’m just chuffed to be called ‘Stud’. Annie’s giving me an ironic grin.. I think she’s stifling a belly laugh ;-(
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 3:28 PM
Ha, Terry. Tell Annie I don't have firsthand information, but if she's laughing at the possibility, I can't argue with the women who's in the know. If you're chuffed, that good enough for me. ;-)
Allison Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 9:01 AM
ha ha ha what a fabulous string of limerick tributes to some of the nicest most genuine and sincere poets on the site - write on LIN!:-) hugs jan xx
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 3:26 PM
You know them as well as I do, Jan, and if not for them and a few others (men and women) I'd probably not be here. I'll be including more of those genuine and sincere male poets soon. About doing one with women... hmmm women are so much cattier, so I'll have to think about that idea.
Kitchin Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Lin, fantastic! I love your limerick collection, especially the new additions. These fine gentlemen definitely add a lot of spice to the soup! A fav!
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 3:24 PM
Thanks, Tania. Between them they manage to keep me, and others out of trouble. They've added a little pepper to the broth or have salted some poems and poets to make the soup more palatable. Without them, some of us would not find it quite so tasty.
Rose  Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 8:39 AM
lol this is so well done, creative and fun Lin, :)
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 3:22 PM
Thanks, Vie. These fine fellows are worthy of being recognized. More will follow soon.
M  Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 6:57 AM
Great limericks Lin for your male friends on P.S! Seems they all feel the same way about you! Now do a lady one now please!! As long as lm in it haha!! Debx Soupmail!!
Allison Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 9:02 AM
oh YES Deb a great idea - come on Lin you can do it!! hugs jan xx
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 7:05 AM
Geeze, it's my fault for even mentioning a female version. LOL Deb, you know you'd be on that list! Thanks for always supporting me... hugs!
Kavanagh  Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 6:21 AM
As usual I’m late to the party Lin, I feel honoured to get a mention in your new Limerlist, all in the name of (a bit of fun), but also very cleverly crafted and written, so hope you don’t mind if I fave this one for posterity, cheers David
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 6:28 AM
One of the guests of honor is never late for the party, David. You know how much I value our friendship, so CHEERS with a G & T to you. The fav is appreciated, cuz you're one of mine. Thanks a bunch!
Edmonds  Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 6:16 AM
These limericks are fantastic Lin, and also superb tributes to those gentlemen poets… Beryl
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 6:26 AM
These gentlemen, and those to come are deserving of being recognized. I just hope no one will ask for a female version. I'd be even more hard pressed to deliver on that front. Thanks, an awful lot, Beryl.
Cunningham Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:39 AM
Well these limericks Lin, are a real hoot / And we're all a bit longer in the tooth / But I'd like to say/ You've brightened our day / But offended we are not that's the truth/... Brilliant Lin, a fave for me Tom
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:47 AM
Ha... that's a fact and I can prove it. Tania lets me know when you two get together cuz that's when she sends her whiskey whoopie pies to the jailhouse for you guys.
Cunningham Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:45 AM
PS, the only time I go to the house of correction is to discuss business with Sheriff Koplin and a glass of whiskey or two lol
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:45 AM
Thanks ever so much for a second go around, Tom. Don't tell John, but you'll always be on my list.
Lawless Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:14 AM
Alas, dear Lin, I sit here pissed that i didn't make the list of gentle men but then again they know not of our feathered trysts
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:19 AM
shhh... or everyone will know. Fly home to our feathered nest and you'll see your name at the top of my new list. Haven't you ever saved the best bite for last, dear John?
Turner Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:03 AM
Thank you Lin. This is very sweet. I think you're pretty special also. Made me smile! I owe you one. To know you, is to love you:)
Lane Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 5:08 AM
Danny, the only thing I ask of you is your continued friendship. Your smile is thanks enough. Hugs! Love ya, too!
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