'toe' Truck

I was following a speeding ambulance down the street the other day,

When it took a sharp corner and the back door flew open all the way!

A large Styrofoam box fell out and I screeched to a halt to peer inside.

What I found was so loathsome that my amazement I could not hide!

Nestling in packed ice and peering back at me was a human toe!

I reckoned it was being taken to a hapless chap on which to re-sew!

As a result of this very grave incident the only thing I knew to do,

Was summon a 'tow' truck!  I think you would've done the same thing too!

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Laurie Avatar
February 16, 2015 at 4:21 PM
Bloody hell Robert! I'm still chuckling as I write over this poem. I have a friend who twists the meaning of words and keeps me grinning... the English language has so many similar sounding words with entirely different meanings. Thanks again Robert - Lindsay
Caulfield Avatar
June 9, 2012 at 12:53 PM
Maybe it belonged to my predeceased grandfather. He was always giving up parts of himself to a saw or lawnmower. ha! Ha! I love your poems brother. Have a great day.
Andresen Avatar
June 8, 2012 at 4:08 PM
.....lol.....bob.....! ---- DEAR READER: If you are sad and upset, read a poem from Robert L. Hinshaw !!!! - - Have a lovely weekend bob ! - oxox love Anne-Lise
Collins Avatar
June 8, 2012 at 8:27 AM
Poor little piggy.
Brown Avatar
June 7, 2012 at 12:54 PM
Enjoyed reading your poetry this afternoon Bob. Hope you have a beautiful evening. Love, Carol
Kendrick Avatar
June 7, 2012 at 12:40 PM
Great play on words..I was thinking serious when it first started so you had me going..Enjoyed reading the humor this afternoon...Thanks for stopping by...Sara
Treetop Avatar
June 7, 2012 at 1:51 AM
Now that gave me a big laugh Robert great funny piece! Hugs Lizzie
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June 6, 2012 at 8:00 PM
Yet another funny write here!! Love it!!!..lol
Sivey Avatar
June 6, 2012 at 7:18 PM
Ha ha, what a hilarious write my friend! This is a fantastic and grandiose poem! I simply love this funny piece of art! Great Work!!
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