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Simple Maths

on calculator
three plus two might equal one
the downfall of haste

If you insist on one fast fix
Three plus two could become six!


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For contest by Charles Messina
Placed 3rd
© 27th February 2019

Copyright © Paul Callus | Year Posted 2019

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April 15, 2019 at 11:59 AM

Congratulations yet again! Was this inspired with a late night on TurboTax? Love the playfulness and the reality of numbers! It is always true in some base system.

April 15, 2019 at 3:24 PM

What a coincidence, Edlynn! Isn't today, April 15th the tax deadline? In my case I have no forms to fill in since my only income is my pension! This was a fun write, as the content shows. ~ Regards // paul

March 15, 2019 at 10:06 AM

LOL, love this witty write

March 15, 2019 at 2:55 PM

Thank you, Jack. All the best, my friend. // paul

Jennifer Proxenos

March 8, 2019 at 12:17 PM

Hi Paul, How did I miss this poem and you were also a winner - a very clever write Paul - congratulations, although a day late! Poetry hugs, Jenny.

March 8, 2019 at 12:43 PM

It is impossible to keep count of all the poems which are posted here on a daily basis, Jenny! (As an aside...it does not make sense for some writers to post 10 poems daily!!) Thank you for your lovely comments and congratulations. Warm regards & hugs // paul

March 7, 2019 at 1:38 PM

Congratulations on a great Haiku & Couplet, Paul. I was never good with math :) ... Hugs Eve ~`*

March 7, 2019 at 1:56 PM

Thank you, Eve. Have a nice day. Hugs // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

March 7, 2019 at 4:38 AM

- Congratulations on your win :) -

March 7, 2019 at 1:52 PM

Thank you, Anne-Lise...even you did well :) Hugs // paul

March 6, 2019 at 8:04 PM

I like the humor in this one Paul..Congrats on your win..

March 7, 2019 at 7:38 AM

Thank you, Joseph. All the best // paul

Andrea Dietrich

March 6, 2019 at 3:10 PM

I never use a calculator.They really mess up as you say?? This was fun to read. Congrats, paul.

March 7, 2019 at 7:37 AM

Thank you, Andrea. I'd rather first work things out my way, then if need be recheck it on a calculator. Regards // paul

Charles Messina

March 6, 2019 at 2:28 PM

Love this, Paul. Congratulations on your win. Best Regards, Charlie

March 7, 2019 at 7:36 AM

A double 'thank you' goes your way, Charlie. Best regards // paul

March 1, 2019 at 4:56 PM

my fingers can't do the walking all the time with technology, paul... extraordinary interpretation of the theme, wow!...huggs

March 2, 2019 at 9:11 AM

When making use of modern technology I do not pretend to know it all, such as young ones do; instead I take my time, thus avoiding reckless mistakes...and even so, I double check!! Thank you, Nette, for contributing with your sweet comments. Hugs // paul

March 1, 2019 at 2:19 PM

Excellent Paul. I do so agree. Computers hate me and the feeling is mutual. Good one. God Bless, JB

March 1, 2019 at 3:44 PM

Thank you, Judy. I suppose life was much better when it was simpler! Regards // paul

March 1, 2019 at 5:45 AM

Great write Paul! I can relate, as I let my fingers do the walking and wonder why i keep falling!

March 1, 2019 at 8:58 AM

Thank you, Chuck. I blame my mistakes on my reading glasses! Regards // paul

Andrea Dietrich

February 28, 2019 at 6:58 PM

WEll done, Paul. I was thinking there had to be a number on each line but maybe I am wrong about that!

March 1, 2019 at 8:53 AM

Thank you, Andrea. Whatever the rules are, I'm not going to change anything! Regards // paul

February 28, 2019 at 1:24 PM

LOL, so true : )

February 28, 2019 at 2:54 PM

As Sherlock would say...Simple, Watson :) :) Regards // paul

Anne-Lise Andresen

February 28, 2019 at 7:47 AM

- Excellent, Paul - Luck in the contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

February 28, 2019 at 1:47 PM

Thank you very much, Anne-Lise :) Hugs // paul

February 27, 2019 at 9:39 PM

Very clever, Paul. Well done.

February 28, 2019 at 1:46 PM

Thank you. LIne. Regards // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

February 27, 2019 at 9:27 PM

Thank goodness I rely on fingers instead of a calculator, Paul. Great kucoup! Best wishes in Charlie's contest, Carolyn

February 28, 2019 at 2:34 PM

Thank you, Carolyn. I hardly ever use a calculator, and when I do, I recheck it again! Love // paul

Vladislav Raven

February 27, 2019 at 8:09 PM

Hi Paul, I was never good at maths. I love the content of this work. If maths worked this way I would be laughing. I'm forever getting a calculator wrong also. 'tis the way of life my friend. I am definitely hasty on the calculator. Love the Haiku. Wishing you all the best in the contest Paul. Have a wonderful Thursday. Your friend always....Mike.

February 28, 2019 at 2:48 PM

Thank you for reading, liking and commenting, Mike. Calculators can be very handy, but carelessness or haste could result in embarrassing mistakes! Best regards, my friend. // paul

February 27, 2019 at 5:32 PM

I was never good at maths Paul, love your clever take on the contest:-) hugs jan xx

February 28, 2019 at 1:14 PM

Hi Jan...in my days we had no calculators; we relied on BODMAS instead! Thank you for visiting. Hugs // paul

February 27, 2019 at 5:07 PM

Very innovative, Paul.

February 28, 2019 at 1:07 PM

It is a fun poem, Vijay, but enjoyed working out my numbers :) Regards // paul

Mystic Rose Rose

February 27, 2019 at 4:11 PM

I WAS NEVER GOOD AT MATH, BUT I SEE YOU'BE PENNED IT RIGHT ON THE TEN XO

February 27, 2019 at 4:25 PM

Thank you Pixie. I've been using my abacus :) Regards // paul

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