Utter Nonsense

There are some things in life,
that seem a bit absurd!
Like why is "abbreviated,"
such a long word?

Doctors are thoroughly Schooled and Trained.
Consequently, I'm quite appalled,
cause once they start seeing patients,
"Their Practice" is what it's called!

Another thing that bugs me,
is why people have such trust,
when the person who handles their assets,
is called "Their Broker"! That seems unjust!

Do any of you folks ever wonder,
maybe not, but I certainly do,
if a number two pencil's the favorite,
why is it still number "2"?

About now, you're probably thinking,
he must be a pain to his wife!
If you could talk to me right now,
you'd probably say "Hey, pal - Get a life!

So that's enough of this drivel.
I probably should throw it away.
It's just a bunch of nonsense,
what more is there to say.

Sorry people, back to my padded cell!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Dietrich Avatar
April 4, 2012 at 11:41 PM
gosh, I would actually like to see more and more and more of these. VERY nice, Ralph. Congratulations on your win.
Dailey Avatar
April 4, 2012 at 1:52 PM
I like the way you think and the way you write. Well deserved win with this one. Mike
M V Avatar
April 4, 2012 at 8:10 AM
Beautiful!Congratulations on well deserved win!
Susan Avatar
April 4, 2012 at 7:11 AM
ha! much truth in this...good questions to ponder. congrats on your win! enjoyed :)
A   Avatar
April 3, 2012 at 10:04 PM
RALPH , Congratulations with your awesome poem, in Nathan's contest.. Have yourself a good night. :-) , luv~PD
Brown Avatar
April 3, 2012 at 11:25 AM
Congratulations on your win in Nathan's contest Ralph. Love, Carol
D. Avatar
April 3, 2012 at 8:24 AM
congrats, ;-)
Tate Avatar
February 2, 2011 at 3:42 PM
Ralph, you are card. You should be shuffled and dealt with. :) Seriously, I love your sense of humor in this poem. Great job and you covered many good elements in it. I think the pencil thing was sharp (pun intended). Thanks for your comments on my win in the Taxes contest
Culverhouse Avatar
January 22, 2011 at 8:03 PM
Ya know I have never seen a number one pencil, I have seen 2-6 b and H pencils but no one. strange huh?
Devonshire Avatar
January 22, 2011 at 7:54 PM
Where have you been all my life, Ralph? I just LOVE your sense of humor. My favorite verse was the one about doctors who "practice," for that is exactly what they do. Sound treatment is a thing of the past. As for the number 2 pencil, I haven't a clue why it ranks second place. LOL Very funny and enjoyable to read. Love, Carolyn
Haick Avatar
January 22, 2011 at 7:45 PM
LOL! No worries, Ralph. This is insightful and fun to read. Just "Be" Ralph :) Always, Annalise
Sweetheart Avatar
January 22, 2011 at 6:10 PM
One hundred percent accurate is what I say Ralph.. and the stanza on the #2 pencil is priceless my friend.. bravo for letting it all out.. am sure wifey just luvs her Ralph..
Brown Avatar
January 22, 2011 at 3:36 PM
Nice piece of humor; something to ponder about
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