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Shoulda Read the Fine Print - 2

SHOULDA READ THE FINE PRINT It was bright and all shined up So I laid my money down Jumped right in and buckled up And headed off uptown It began to rattle and shake Smoke began to rise I knew I'd made a big mistake I had listened to the lies I had in mind to hurt the man Determined to break some bones To carry out my fast hatched plan To hear his moans and groans He was waiting for my return For the money I had lost It really made my temper burn When I added up the cost He said he wondered where I went In such a great big hurry I shoulda read the fine print But that was not his worry He showed me the contract I had signed And there in white and black Nowhere on it could I find He was bound to take it back So my advice to you my friend Before your money is spent Don't be told that in the end You shoulda read the fine print 19 January 2018 For contest sponsored by John Lawless

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Jean Murray

Date: 3/1/2018 8:43:00 AM

Brilliant Curtis. I was robbed in broad daylight recently, by a builder who ran off with my cash and left unfinished work. It is infuriating.

Jean Murray
Date: 3/4/2018 6:40:00 PM

Divine intervention Curtis?

Curtis Moorman
Date: 3/1/2018 9:57:00 AM

WOW!, Jean. It can be infuriating. Although it happened so many years ago, I spoke at a local church by invitation. I ended up sitting next to the man who fleeced me. Talk about making him uncomfortable. lol. He fidgeted during the entire service. I shook his hand when he left in a hurry. The title of my message was FORGIVENESS.

Line Gauthier

Date: 3/1/2018 8:24:00 AM

Ouch. Beautifully narrated and witty, Curtis.

Curtis Moorman
Date: 3/1/2018 8:39:00 AM

Yep! Happens all too often! In my old age --- 75, come St. Patrick's Day --- I have finally learned to search the fine print and then look for loopholes to refute it. Thanks for you comment and support.

Eve Roper

Date: 2/28/2018 5:40:00 PM

Nicely done, Curtis, congratulations on your win.

Curtis Moorman
Date: 2/28/2018 7:01:00 PM

Thanks, Eve. It's been a while, and it's good to hear from you.

Rhoda Tripp

Date: 1/24/2018 11:19:00 PM

Thought Id drop by to see what you've been up to, friend. This here is a great write and a good one for the contest. We've all been here a time or two. There are "right to rescind" laws but if I'm not mistaken, they only give you three days. Usually a motor lasts four. Lol.

Curtis Moorman
Date: 1/25/2018 1:38:00 AM

How very good to hear from you, Rhoda. I have missed corresponding with you but have been honoring the fact that you have so much going on. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to read my work.

Fj Thomas

Date: 1/22/2018 6:59:00 PM

Lol excellent advice excellently shared! Enjoyed this Curtis :)

Curtis Moorman
Date: 1/22/2018 7:49:00 PM

Thanks, Shadow! I know that was just a quickly thought up poem to be entered in a contest but what a great truth there is in it. I hope others see it as being humorous but also see the warning signs it gives. I appreciate your support.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/19/2018 12:55:00 PM

- Many people who have gone into that trap, Curtis - Luck in the contest - Lovely weekend - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Curtis Moorman
Date: 1/19/2018 8:58:00 PM

Thank you, Anne-Lise! You are so gracious. I look forward to seeing your comments on my work. I appreciate your persistence. Hope you have a great weekend also.

Jan Allison

Date: 1/19/2018 12:03:00 PM

ouch a costly mistake and sometimes you can be sold a real dud. good luck in the contest Curtis:-) hugs jan xx

Curtis Moorman
Date: 1/19/2018 12:49:00 PM

Thanks, Jan! Good to hear from you. I appreciate your support.