Eve Roper Poet Limerick

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   Written 9/25/2025

The Stumble and Rise

My friend asked her to dance; he was so sweet.
She took his hand and got up from her seat,
Stepped on her long dress, and bent,
Downward on her knees she went.
She laughed and said, "My first step to the beat."

9/25/2025

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Sam Kauffman September 26, 2025 at 3:29 PM Very clever, Eve! Those long gowns can be quite dangerous when we want to look graceful and cool! Love this! Best wishes for the contest and staying upright in an evening gown!!! Blessings!

Paula Goldsmith September 25, 2025 at 12:07 PM What a creative write you have here with your "The Stumble and Rise" Limerick write. I can see this happening. "Good Luck"  Have a fun day writing away.........