Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Rhyme

Robocalls and Other Obnoxious Calls

I just received my umpteenth robocall today!
I rather enjoy fencing with those dudes and the nonsense they relay!
I let them babble on, most of which I don't understand,
Since the caller wrestles with the English language from a foreign land.
One insisted I needed an extended maintenance warranty on my car.
She explained the advantages of the plan and said it would carry me far.
When asked the mileage on the car I told her, "675OOO miles or so",
She said, "Oh", and slamming down the phone I told her where to go!
Another feller called offering zero interest on my credit card.
I listened offering a few "unhuhs" now and then, ever on my guard!
I told him I thought his scheme was just a sugar-coated flimsy-flam!
He lost 'interest' in me when I told him I had no 'interest' in his scam!
A roofing guy called to state due to a recent hail storm in town,
Surely, I must have suffered damage to my house and he would be down,
For a free estimate to replace the roof, gutters and any other calamity.
I told him no thanks, no damage, and he hung up with a dearth of amity!
A chap from Timbuktu called to say that my computer was on the fritz.
Now, I've had experience with his type and I savor matching wits!
For only 400 bucks he'd repair my 'puter and have it humming in a trice!
My 'puter is purring fine and told him to find someone else to entice!
I consider my day a loss if I don't receive the dreaded robocall;
I suppose, though, if it were not for them I wouldn't receive any calls at all!

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Judy Ball February 17, 2021 at 10:23 AM This is too funny Bob. I get those calls all the time. Telus told me to just hang up on them and don't even listen. Great job here. God Bless, JB Robert L. Hinshaw February 18, 2021 at 9:12 AM Glad you enjoyed, Judy! Thankfully, I have caller ID and it is well-worth the 10 bucks it costs each month! Bob

Maurice Rigoler February 12, 2021 at 5:12 AM At one time I was getting 3 robocalls a day. My telephone company said they could do nothing but suggested (for a small fee) I get an identity caller. I got one once telling me my computer was ready for pickup. It was still on my desk. / Maurice

Lindsay Laurie February 7, 2021 at 3:04 PM Hello Tony … yes, sadly humans don’t understand that everything has a purpose and to keep breaking the links will see complete destruction of themselves - thank you Tony - Lindsay

Gershon Wolf February 7, 2021 at 10:51 AM Funny how I get the exact same robocalls almost every day too!! We must be on the same list... Do you get the one from 'Elizabeth,' who's been trying to contact you about your 'vacation?' She's my BFF. lol... Ain't we got fun these days, Bob?! ~ I'm sorry but the number you have reached has been changed. No further information is available about 1-800-DON - MAGA. ~ Mar-a-Lago Go-go Robert L. Hinshaw February 7, 2021 at 2:43 PM Gershon I always cherish your witty comments. Thanks for coming by. Enjoy a grand week ahead and all others that ensue - Bob

Carolyn Devonshire February 6, 2021 at 12:53 PM The "extended car warranty" people don't give up, no matter how many times you tell them you're not interested. It's a good rule not to buy anything from someone who initiates a phone transaction. Bob, your poem is humorous, but also reveals a frustration many of us have. Awesome! Hugs, Carolyn Robert L. Hinshaw February 6, 2021 at 1:33 PM Thanks, Carolyn - I'm sure received my email in which I commented more thoroughly and gratefully for your kind comments - Bob

L Milton Hankins February 5, 2021 at 9:02 PM Robert, although I despise Robocalls and have most of the numbers on my phone now blocked, I loved your poem. I admire your patience and your humor. Good writing. I even made my way through your entire poem...it held my interest! Robert L. Hinshaw February 6, 2021 at 1:32 PM Thanks, Milton - glad you enjoyed. Bob

Panagiota Romios February 5, 2021 at 8:38 PM Bob. Robo-Calls are automated calls. Regular person to person telemarketing calls are rare. Telemarketing or surveys, I did for years.Made tons of friends friends with them. I was a listener. I remember that every caller is doing their work. I compliment them because I know what that's like. They have to follow a script. I was trained by the best.~Yes, some are rude. Calls are Ok by me.robotic calls I never answer. My number is not listed. Not all callers are trained well. Good verse! Pangie Robert L. Hinshaw February 6, 2021 at 1:31 PM Thank you, Pangie! Thankfully, I have caller ID on my phone which is well worth the 10 bucks it costs each month so I can screen calls and if I don't recognize the number I won't answer. Bob