Lin Lane Poet Rhyme

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Creative Writing Contest  ~  Sponsor: Sotto Poet

August 10, 2023

Reign of the Shrew

I sneaked in the house late last night
Couldn't risk turning on the light
Tripped over a chair and took flight
I felt the smite        I felt the smite

A bruise appeared upon my thigh
Although from drinking, I was high
Without having an alibi
I'd have to lie     I'd have to lie

I tried to keep my self-esteem
Covered it with expensive cream
But touching the spot made me scream
A faulty scheme     A faulty scheme

Wife heard and asked, "What happened here?"
I said, "Sorry to wake you, dear."
She didn't believe me, I fear
I smelled of beer    I smelled of beer

My suff'ring was not convincing
She used curse words without mincing
When washing dishes and rinsing
I am wincing          I am wincing

I'll never pull that stunt again
Wife threatened me with ball and chain
Inside our house, the shrew does reign
She is insane       She is insane

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Sotto Poet September 1, 2023 at 5:12 PM LIN, Congratulations on winning my contest with your beautifully written poem. Your poem is filled with deep thoughts and vivid descriptions, which brings the imagery to life.

Speaks Volumes September 1, 2023 at 3:46 PM Your poem was very enjoyable. I have just finished reading them all and I had to let you know that I thought yours (for me) was a real stand out. Realism, creativity and humor. I also loved the fact that you didn't bunch up the 3 operative words but placed them meaningfully. Well done.

Paula Goldsmith September 1, 2023 at 2:31 PM Congratulations on your win. A creative/fun write. Thanks for the fun read/laugh. Have a fun/great day.............

Linda Alice Fowler August 13, 2023 at 10:04 AM LOLOL Lin!! This is hilarious! I love the format you used, and the perfect rhyming. Definitely a winner in my eyes! :) Lin Lane August 13, 2023 at 10:09 AM Thanks, Linda. I love the Monotetra form.

Mike Bayles August 11, 2023 at 2:03 AM Nice poem. Lin Lane August 11, 2023 at 4:07 AM Thanks, Mike.

Bill Baker August 10, 2023 at 2:28 PM Fun read and witty, Lin. Very enjoyable. Good luck in the contest, my friend. Bill Lin Lane August 11, 2023 at 4:07 AM Thanks so much, Bill. A little humor is fun to write.

Jay Narain August 10, 2023 at 10:32 AM Nice poem, Beautiful and funny. Lin Lane August 11, 2023 at 4:06 AM Thanks a lot, Jay.

Jan Allison August 10, 2023 at 8:46 AM the poem is so witty Lin and the pic is superb, I haven't even looked at the contest but wouldn't be able to come up with something as good as this one:-) hugs Jan xx Lin Lane August 10, 2023 at 9:30 AM I saw the words available and didn't want to use 'lampshade.' This Monotetra is what resulted from the remaining three... and pshaw to you not coming up with something worthy for any contest!

Akkina Downing August 10, 2023 at 7:56 AM She is insane… Lol. I loved it! Got me smiling :) It’s beautifully written, and a great and fun read. Good luck in the contest, Lin. Lin Lane August 10, 2023 at 8:32 AM Thanks, Akkina. I threw womanhood under the bus on this one. lol He deserved more than she gave him. I'm delighted that you thought it was a fun read.