The Charlatan

The Charlatan

In honesty young Sir, I have good reason to doubt,
When you tell me “My word is my bond.”
I fear your insistent asseveration is but a scam,
With hope to take my chattels and abscond. 

You talk in a manner of self-confidence,
It would be easy to succumb to your plan.
A charlatan, a dishonest schemer, a cheat,
Not as you assert, “the epitome of an altruistic man”

I have testimony to your wicked villainy,
From a Woman of good character and trust.
It is self-evident, positively axiomatic,
You are but a common thief; 
I feel only disgust.

for Roberts Triple A Challenge contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Haight Avatar
April 21, 2018 at 6:57 PM
Great poem with fine use of the required words, Kevin. Congratulations on your nice placement in the contest. Sandra
Shaw Avatar
April 22, 2018 at 4:52 PM
Thanks, Sandra regards, Kevin x
Gauthier Avatar
April 20, 2018 at 4:48 PM
What a fun poem. I enjoyed the tone and your original take on the challenge. Congrats on your win, Kevin.
Gentry Avatar
April 20, 2018 at 4:29 PM
Congratulations on your win.
Allison Avatar
April 13, 2018 at 5:20 PM
You wove the words in brilliantly Kevin, I will need to visit mr google if i am to tackle this challenge:-) good luck in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx
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