Emile Pinet Poet Sonnet

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Reverse Psychology

Mark Twain wrote how Tom had Huck paint his fence
using reverse psychology on him.
Tom bamboozled Huck, yet in his defense,
Huckleberry Finn was known to be dim.

Tom baited Huck by acting possessive,
taking great pains to express his delight.
He made painting the fence seem impressive,
taunting that Huck could never get it right.

At first, Huck laughed; then, he begged for a chance
to whitewash the whole fence and prove Tom wrong.
Tom planned on tricking Huck well in advance:
bruising his pride, until Huck went along.

Such reverse psychology demonstrates
how the subconscious mind manipulates.

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Edward Ibeh September 27, 2024 at 7:08 AM A wonderfully composed sonnet, Emile. I thoroughly enjoyed this, my friend. Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest! Emile Pinet September 27, 2024 at 9:33 AM Thanks, Edward; I appreciate the placement and your glowing words, my friend. Emile.

Darlene De Beaulieu August 27, 2024 at 2:29 PM Hello Emile, yes tom used psychology on Huck. In order not to do the fence himself. My friend. enjoy your evening. / Darlene/ Darlene De Beaulieu August 28, 2024 at 10:44 AM Hello Emile, Thank you Emile I will. you have a wonderful day to my friend. /Darlene/ Emile Pinet August 28, 2024 at 7:37 AM Thanks, Darlene; have a wonderful day. It is always a pleasure to hear from you, my friend.