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When I find myself beginning to write

When I find myself beginning to write on a topic that is just too erudite, I quickly throw in the towel, with an unfeigned avowal that frankly, I'm just not that bright.

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Barthwell Farmer

Date: 3/31/2025 9:34:00 AM

I can relate with the speaker's assessment. Too often suddenly all topics become intimidating to write about. Love the usage of the word "erudite" especially in a rhyme.

Marinus Jansen
Date: 3/31/2025 4:42:00 PM

Thanks for your comment, Barthwell. Too many things in writing verse are too much for me. That's why I try to stick to five-liners, most of the time. Less chance to screw up. :-)