Ventures

He said he was Herbert Buttery
Born and bred in Woodley Edge
And was owner of a little business
Repurposing outdated  artificial legs.
They were a family of collectors.
His brother lived in Haywards Heath
And his speciality was amassing 
Pre owned sets of  artificial teeth.
They were here on neutral ground 
To consider  a joint venture 
Outside their specific fields  
Of  either Prosthetic or denture.
He made no further comment 
Of the content of their proposal
Other to confirm they had
Sufficient funds at their disposal.
Such strange folk i thought
As I bid him a fond adieu
To continue with my project 
Of harvesting  Equinoxal dew.

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Date: 1/28/2024 11:05:00 AM
So funny! Gave me a good chuckle!
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Terry Ireland
Date: 2/4/2024 11:53:00 PM
Thanks Kim - too much misery in th world just now.
Date: 1/28/2024 10:56:00 AM
To each his own, eh? As long as no one is being harmed in the process. Nice poem
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Terry Ireland
Date: 2/4/2024 11:52:00 PM
That's life Tom Thanks
Date: 1/28/2024 10:38:00 AM
Your poem captivates with its quirky characters, unconventional pursuits, and hints of intrigue, inviting readers to ponder the whimsical world it portrays.
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Terry Ireland
Date: 2/4/2024 11:52:00 PM
Many thanks
Date: 1/28/2024 9:59:00 AM
oh this is so funny Terry, the ending is priceless too, thanks for the smiles:-) hugs Jan xx
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Terry Ireland
Date: 2/4/2024 11:51:00 PM
Believe it or nit Jan, this was inspired by 2 pompous businessmen chatting in a bar...So se;f important they just asked to be satirised/
Date: 1/28/2024 9:53:00 AM
Terry, Mirth in a fine Rhyme's peculiar collections. -Richard
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Terry Ireland
Date: 2/4/2024 11:50:00 PM
Thank you Richard
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