Reason A. Poteet Poet Rhyme

Turncoat, Scapegoat

Ralph had used her as a transitory scapegoat throughout life.
Feigning to dissipate the almost daily, inurbane strife, 
capricious Rikki could always flatter his malignant pride.
A perspicuous grace note, she overlooked each time he lied.
Seemingly, his constant intention was to alienate;
Ralph was that turncoat to whom Rikki was game to gravitate.


written September 4, 2016

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James Inman September 18, 2016 at 8:37 AM Nice write, it seems neither one wishes to end their dysfunctional relationship. Reason A. Poteet September 18, 2016 at 9:17 PM Thanks, James, so it seems, and quite a common occurrence among some in relationship.

Sunita U.D Palawon September 18, 2016 at 5:38 AM Quite a story! Congrats. :) Reason A. Poteet September 18, 2016 at 9:20 PM My thanks to you, Sunita U, Not true for anyone I know personally, but for many who exist in a wrong relationship because they are either lazy or ignorant of what's wrong.

Viv Wigley September 18, 2016 at 12:29 AM Well done, Reason, a great write. Regards, Viv Reason A. Poteet September 18, 2016 at 9:24 PM Thanks, Viv. I appreciate your comment on my piece.

Jan Allison September 17, 2016 at 5:52 PM Many congrats Reason you wove the 10 words in so well:-) hugs Jan xx Reason A. Poteet September 18, 2016 at 9:27 PM thank you, Jan. I enjoyed your winning piece too. I like the word bank type contests.

John Hamilton September 17, 2016 at 2:58 PM Great use of the 10 words, without compromising coherency, congrats on a fine win! Reason A. Poteet September 18, 2016 at 9:29 PM My appreciation, John, for the placement and for the opportunity to write for your word bank contest. It was a fun write and a challenge for coherency. I had fun.