The Would Be Poet

I thought I'd write a word or two,
Like all them famous poets do,
And then mayhap I would be known,
And folks would ask me to intone,

The lyrics that were world renown,
In recitals throughout town;
So I sat down with pen and waited,
For inspiration, breath abated.

I waited long into the night,
Then came the dawn and morning's light.
I thought I'd write a word or two,
Short story, pome, just one or two;

But seems to me there's no such luck,
So I got in my pick up truck,
And drove around to clear my head.
It did no good, my muse is dead;

Or else she's just abandoned me.
I prayed to her on bended knee;
But as far as I can see,
This efforts in futility.

          DANG!!!!!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Callus Avatar
May 24, 2016 at 10:25 AM
A delightful and entertaining poem, Judy. Writer's block can be so frustrating, but once inspiration arrives, it becomes hard to lay down your pen! ~ Regards // paul
Dietrich Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 3:57 PM
hahaha, This must be what you were talking about. I love it, and what the HECK? You are BACK, Judy. Where have you been all this time??
Ball Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 6:36 PM
Thanks Andrea Glad it gave you a giggle God Bless, JB
Kendrick Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 11:11 AM
Enjoyed reading the humor this morning..I have had slumps in finding something to write but then suddenly poem starts forming in my head but alas, it won't be famous..LOL..Sara
Ball Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 11:16 AM
Hi Sara Nice of you to drop by. Thanks for the kind words. God Bless, JB
Emu Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 1:58 AM
Yep, when your head is blocked that is it. Amusing write Judy. I'm sure there are many who will identify with you.
Ball Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 9:59 AM
Thanks so much Craig. Hoped it would tickle the funny bone. God Bless, JB
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