Shirley Hawkins Poet Rhyme

Why

I wish I could, but I can't
I would, but I won't
I should, but I shan't
I'd do, but I don't.

Why is that so?
Oh, I don't know,
I could, but I don't
I don't care, so I won't

Would you give it a try?
No, why should I?

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Rico Leffanta September 22, 2022 at 11:46 AM In stinked?

Deb M September 22, 2022 at 1:48 AM You’re funny and I love that in your poetry my lovely sweet soul Shirley! Debx

Evelyn Judy Buehler September 22, 2022 at 1:26 AM After considering the pros and cons, caution can be a good thing! :)

Victor Buhagiar September 22, 2022 at 1:06 AM Normally it's pure curiosity. Aren't we always a bit curious?