It seems the English language
is going out of style.
Instead we use the alphabet
It’s quicker by a mile.
BYOB we’re asked
when RSVeePing to a friend
whose party, FYI, will show
the newest clothing trends.
The EMTs will come to call
if you have a TIA.
For simple aches and pains
take an NSAID right away
The EPA’s the one in charge
of environmental strife.
The NRDC’s the one to call
for protection of wildlife.
The DOJ’s domain is law.
At least it used to be
before the present POTUS.
Now I guess it’s TBD.
If you’ve AC1 or IBS
or BPS or HBP
or tear your ACL
better get to your MD
Wrote this poem just 4 u -
ur my BFF - and so
I’ll close with LOL
these FAQs u need to know.
It is almost a year since
My lovely mother passed away
I miss her more than anyone will ever know
So many precious memories
Shared which will remain in my heart forever
Yet her presence is always with me
Objects she treasured I just adore
Useless items to some, but to me they’re priceless
Many things were left
Unsaid but one thing is for sure
Mum I love you and think of you each day
J ubilee’s song heightens; the bell is rung
A uld Lang Syne…fond memories we all keep,
N ever-ending the pour of chilled wine, that
U nsaid words of love spill on tinseled lights;
A s orchestral tunes greet this first of month
R eveling in dreams laced with snowdrop scent;
Y ounger the hearts...chanting newborn wishes!
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