One day, we’re up, a mindless soul.
Upon rising, we dare extol
a friend with praise on just a whim
and then the next day, slander him.
Behavior talks without control.
Vexation and steadfastness clash
to build impressions made of ash.
Resolve to reach the wiser choice
judicious forethought, then rejoice
beyond just framing photoflash.*
Hail fellow, speak what you believe
and watch your deeds, lest you deceive
by conduct, values you profess.
Caprice, says spider, spins in stress
a whimsy web, not worth the weave.
“photoflash –a brief pulse of high current with little heat.
December 7, 2022
The media quickly came around with photoflash
Flowing champagne caused a sticky splash
What fuss commotion and mishmash
All because Alicia won the trophy playing Balderdash
On her way home Alicia made a dash
But in one momentous flash
A man with the funniest moustache
Drove towards Alicia causing their cars to crash
Alicia ended up with a slight whiplash
And said to fix the car will need some cash
Not much harm was done in the clash
In the backseat was Alicia’s trophy standing brash
AP: Honorable Mention 2022
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