We always thought everything was above board
when we played cards, this even though
Gunther would bring his lucky horse
and clean up more than his fair share.
They were accused of cheating a time or two
but nothing was ever proven so they went free.
We found out later that they had quite the scheme
and Snow White was kept well rewarded
with an array of fresh carrots and juicy apples.
AP: Honorable Mention 2025
Chiffonade
Basso Continuo Bolero.
The term "procreate"
refers to the act of reproducing,
meaning to have children or
offspring. If you are middle-aged
and wish to procreate, it means
you desire to have children later in life,
which may present some unique
challenges and considerations.
While it's possible to have children
later in life, fertility can naturally
decline, particularly in women,
as they get older.
Here's a more detailed look:
a hoax that owes their existence,
as well as their l
striking blue color
The human intellect itself has
evolved to contribute
to reproductive success.
Countertenor and.Fagotto.
Above-Board;Atwixt
conflicts sorted through
gettin ready for a Baby making
Getting the night ready for you!
Searching for reasons I sit here scribing;
Searching for reasons to trust blindly,
searching for reasons to hit the button;
Searching for reasons to let you in;
Searching for reasons to think it’s real,
searching for reasons to want it to be;
Searching for reasons to do even more,
searching for reasons above board;
Searching for reasons to simply say
‘Searching for reasons ask me to stay.’
Searching for reasons to not be done,
searching for reasons built from silence;
Searching for reasons feeling foolish,
searching for reasons that don’t exist;
Searching for reasons to ever try again,
I sit here scribing searching for reasons.
Perky above board Alice was the one we saw first
Isn’t she the one who used to tease Mrs. Lirst?
No, she’s a good girl, we all like her friendly ways.
The one who tormented Lirst was Pete McVeryWays.
Alice was living up to her name, being funny too.
We watched as she danced and played a wild kazoo.
She is a party animal who makes Wonderland fun!
This sentiment was expressed by almost everyone.
Unity of African chiefdoms
and kingdoms -
Empowering,
strengthening ,
putting up africa.
African linguistic,
traditional diplomatic -
Submission to traditional authorities.
By Alfonso Warally Ngengethe
Mussabwa Chris
Power and fame requires discipline
No such thing as a lawless hero or heroine
The scope of celebration is the scope of condemnation
You cannot sway a nation to refute your apprehension
Once you are caught defying the norms
For you'll be in convict's uniform
May God help us in the day of applause
For it's then that the devil unleashes his clause
Feeding you with the facade that you're above board
That sin is premium life that many can't afford
That repentance is needless if you can pay your way out
And that piety is for those who can't throw their weight about
Hear the saying echoing through time's hall
That the bigger they are, the harder they fall
It is a witnessing that left very few exceptions
Drawing a large count of victims in its processions
A marching band playing and stomping into destruction
Will you be in the smaller or larger faction?
It is in greatness that one ought be most conscious
It is in convenience that ought be cautious
Some roam to free and become jailbirds
Having traversed outside all virtuous girds
But those that take it as a divine gift
Keep on the trajectory of lift
K. Muitherero.
she seduces
like no other
is even there
in the distance
a shadow's reflection
what never could come
she came
in through my window
a sensual sacrifice
to all the senseless
sufferings in an insane world
she sane
took me away
with the breath of fire
burning all my bridges
abridged above board
she built
fulfillment to foundation
found amid the ruins
sudden
where man could stand
and still would swoon
she knew
but couldn't say or stay
what she didn't know
was she lived in his night
and in his day
his every day
Goodbye
Things come into our lives,
Friend come into our lives,
Fake friends come into our lives
Some even disappear without GOODBYE
Though there is no Good in Goodbye
It's also painful being left without Goodbye
There is a good sound in Good night
There is a good sound in Good morning
But there is no Good in Goodbye
I'm sorry I left your without Goodbye
I couldn't afford to hurt your
I was between a rock and hard surface
I choose to disappear
Before the breakup could appear
I'm sorry is just word to you
But the meaning is a Novel to me
I was caught between a rock and hard surface
It was above board
It was good to be with you on daily basis
You were indeed playing with full duck
Love is what you contribute in our relationship
I couldn't afford to say Goodbye
There is no Good in Goodbye
I can only presume your neck is in a brace,
Or why else could you not see what is in your wake.
I have a mirror you can borrow so you can see the fish you refused to take,
Now just treats for the sharks.
And what about your quota is that all above board and ship shape,
Or should I arrange a visit for you to see your fishing future,
I know you can look forward even with your brace on.
How about your ethics, are they the ones you started out in life with?
Or have you used undue influence to get a better quota.
If you have time to talk there is a solution,
That will still let our grandchildren's children have fish and chips.
A new kind of net a clever Kiwi has invented
Which lets the wrong sized and unwanted fish swim back out.
You will even notice the fish that you catch,
Will be less bruised and better to eat.
This new net may even save you some maintenance costs,
So you can lower your quota,
For the sake of our grandchildren's children.
Every poet worth their sault
Every teacher and professor declare you will prove to be as dense as a London fog
Using clichés
But I think clichés make it clear as the nose on your face
That there are things as beautiful as the day is long
And as far as the eye can see
As many to enjoy as there are chins in a Chinese phone book
So my advice to young writers,
From time to time abandon the ship USS Proper Expression
Be above board
Do an about face
Make clear as a bell
That a rose by any other name does still smell as sweet
That absence still makes the heart grow founder
Airing dirty laundry is a no no
And if you must have an ace up your writer's sleeve
Let it be a cliché!
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