David Kavanagh Poet Monoku

snakes and ladders

well if one won’t stoop to fight the devil ~ he will always condescend 

he’s further up the ladder ~ but down a manhole so let’s not pretend 

and how do I know such things ~ on any level he’s a charming friend 

one who makes empty promises ~ only the mesmerised comprehend 


inspired by Lin Lane’s (devilish ways) Monoku 
Hms

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David Kavanagh

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Lin Lane January 11, 2024 at 3:44 PM In the sewer the snake shall remain as far as I’m concerned. Maybe cement over that manhole cover so he can’t show up again. Good Monoku chain, David. Thanks for the inspiration note. ;-) David Kavanagh January 11, 2024 at 4:05 PM You’re welcome Lin! Thanks for the inspiration, I just took it a few levels below, using an underground ladder, thought it may give more perspective, cheers David

Kim Rodrigues January 11, 2024 at 3:35 PM Excellent write, David! David Kavanagh January 11, 2024 at 3:46 PM Thank you so much Kim, one of my favourite forms, cheers David

Jan Allison January 11, 2024 at 1:17 PM wise words indeed David, your monoku sure is food for thought, i especially love the final line !!!:-) hugs Jan xx David Kavanagh January 11, 2024 at 1:24 PM Thanks so much Jan, Lins brilliant monoku, triggered off my muse to take a different approach on the subject matter at hand, I’m delighted it came together on that final line, cheers David