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Small Town Cop

Alternating red and blue, police car siren blaring. My heart is thumping wildly. I wave and blow him a kiss, But he doesn't notice. He is on the job, not caring. And since I'm driving slowly, a chance meeting I'm going to miss. Had he wings, he would be the Heavenly Angel Michael. But he is an honest cop who watches for speeders on the road. His manner is courteous; his aura is physical, Yet, his peaceful brow is smooth, tending not to furrow hold. Today, I see him at the curb writing a citation. I wave, I wink, and blow a kiss as I drive on by. Though my heart is bursting with daily infatuation, It is those California girls who always catch his eye.

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 2/28/2024 12:33:00 PM

If it's only speeding tickets he has to deal with that's not so bad at all for a cop. People often have fantasies about all the pleasantries in relationships. I hope everyone finds the happiness they seek! There is a twinge of resignation at the end of this.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/28/2024 12:54:00 PM

It is different from how it is written. The last line tells the real story. Big city out-of-towners speed through our small places like they have no respect. The California girl gets his attention.

Robert Schatz

Date: 1/11/2024 2:28:00 PM

So playful and flirty. It's really a sweet poem. I just love the last line!

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 1/12/2024 7:23:00 AM

A nearby town has this occurrence frequently. Big city vacationers forget speed limits when they come to rural areas. Thank you for the like..

Panagiota Romios

Date: 12/14/2023 10:21:00 AM

You are so right, They are married!, Darn I enjoyed your poem. I never thought of blwing kisses.. But since I no lonfer drive…….cannot so it, But I flirt every chance I get. Its delicious fun. Pangie

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/14/2023 10:31:00 AM

Thank you. Sometimes it's good to appreciate from afar.

Joe Dimino

Date: 12/13/2023 9:16:00 AM

Lovely poem. It may be worth chancing a ticket...who knows. Is the pen mightier than the heart?

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/13/2023 7:58:00 PM

Now here is the real story. Most of the cops in this town are married. And as stated, it's a small town. So it is easy to meet the cops, doctors, farmers etc at the community events and fundrsisers.

Valsa George

Date: 12/12/2023 8:53:00 PM

Very interesting confession of your infatuation for the city cop. I think he is so lovable with his diligence and commitment to his duty. Try your luck once more. If he doesn't respond, forget him... :)

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/13/2023 7:55:00 PM

Not a personal happening, though I've seen several attractive cops. I often personalize poems. I think I have an alter ego.

Judy Ball

Date: 12/12/2023 1:45:00 AM

This is a cute one Hilda. Loved the imagery here. Surely this good cop knows he won't make any friends writing tickets. This made me smile. God Bless, JB

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/12/2023 2:33:00 AM

Thank you for reading my poem

Sotto Poet

Date: 12/11/2023 12:04:00 PM

This writing is truly genuine. Your words are so refreshing and your writing has a wonderful cadence. A great delight to read you

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/11/2023 12:16:00 PM

Thank you.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 12/10/2023 6:45:00 PM

Interesting write, Hilda... Cop is in a small town, but neither is he 'Andy of Mayberry,' nor is he Barney... As for your kisses, keep at it. Sooner or later, this "Mr. Boynton" (from 'Our Miss Brooks') of police officers will come around. And never forget, the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. lol. gw

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/10/2023 7:11:00 PM

Thank you. There is no actual love interest but it made good rhyme. I guess I will always write stories in poems.

Hiya Sharma

Date: 12/10/2023 12:17:00 AM

Oh, this is quite an interesting piece. I absolutely love the rhyming flow here as well as the nuances of the situation, when seeing that cop. I haven't been pulled over for speeding yet, because well, I just turned 18 and driving license is yet to be achieved haha :) I truly like this write, it's lovely!

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/10/2023 12:24:00 AM

Thank you . Please note: the author was not speeding. This was the reason she could not get the cop's attention.

Ink Empress

Date: 12/9/2023 9:07:00 PM

Ah this is such a sincere write. And i remember once getting pulled over for speeding, my friend was driving. Hah and she started being friendly hoping he would let her go. Was funny. I love the flow of this and how refreshing your words are. Pleasure always reading you

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/9/2023 9:09:00 PM

Thank you for reading my poem. I only got a ticket once, contested it and it was dropped. Hah.

Bill Baker

Date: 12/9/2023 5:30:00 PM

Nice rhyming, Hilda. It was a fun read this evening. Your words flowed smoothly throughout your poem. I like it! Thanks for reading and commenting on my poetry, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/9/2023 5:34:00 PM

Thank you. Keep writing.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 12/9/2023 4:13:00 PM

I truly enjoyed your clever and witty creation, Hilda. You must have a thing for a man in uniform. They are handsome, I'll give you that. The ending was perfect. Nicely done! Have a splendid evening, Sara

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 12/9/2023 4:50:00 PM

Thank you. My first husband was in the Army when I met him. So maybe so. Handsome and fearless. I hope you have a happy weekend.