L Milton Hankins Poet Villanelle

Spare Me Your Disgust

I suggest, no, implore, spare me your disgust
When I am being my self … my imperfect self,
For even the finest iron has been known to rust

When exposed to the elements it must adjust
Like the perturbed perfectionist beside himself
I suggest, no, implore, spare me your disgust.

For some elements, unlike iron, will combust,
Perhaps when aggravated, not left on a shelf
For even the finest iron has been known to rust.

Your disgust signifies to me your utter distrust
Like some oft-abused, imaginary, holiday elf
I suggest, no, implore, spare me your disgust.

Is it that you covet some talent? If you must,
I have none … not even a meagre stash of pelf
For even the finest iron has been known to rust.

I feel the anguishing pangs of unrequited lust
While seeking metaphors alone by myself;
I suggest, no, implore, spare me your disgust
For even the finest iron has been known to rust.

written February 8, 2022

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Andrea Dietrich March 2, 2022 at 6:39 AM I was looking at your latest villanelle and found this really powerful one here. Have you written others. I really like the rhymes you used and those repeating lines. They pack a punch! L Milton Hankins March 2, 2022 at 8:28 AM Over the years I've written several, Andrea. Thanks so much for your kind comment. I do enjoy the villanelles.

Lindsay Laurie February 17, 2022 at 5:06 PM Hello Milton ... a hard hitting verse stating that you have had enough. Not sure if the message gets through to some though - thanks again Milton - Lindsay

Indiana Shaw February 17, 2022 at 4:09 PM Well, Milton, you surely ironed this Villanelle out very nicely, with a subject matter of excellence, staying true to yourself . . . : )

John Lawless February 8, 2022 at 5:04 PM Very interesting write with a very exacting form Milton. Well done. L Milton Hankins February 8, 2022 at 5:25 PM Thanks, John. I certainly appreciate your thoughts.

Bill Baker February 8, 2022 at 4:18 PM Excellent poem, Milt. Tremendous message of truth. Write On! Bill L Milton Hankins February 8, 2022 at 5:25 PM Bill, thank you for your encouraging comment. I shall.

Jeff Kyser February 8, 2022 at 3:36 PM I like that poem and that style very much! The repetition of lines really makes a nice rhythm. L Milton Hankins February 8, 2022 at 5:26 PM Thank you so much, Jeff, for your thoughtful comment. I love the villanelle form.