This week, Rain's creativity prompt is not for artwork but for a poem! In the past, I dabbled in writing poetry, but the Muse deserted me once I started this blog because my efforts at writing were directed to blogging instead.
Actually, now that I think of it, the Muse should have deserted me before I wrote the following particularly histrionic piece of satirical nonsense. Oh well, too late now. Here it is for your amusement.
the horror of it all
when I was young
and full of
Self-Conscious Angst
I used to think my situation was
Tragic
I have the soul of a poet
trapped in the body of a lawyer!
but today I'm older
and wiser, as these things go.
I now realize my situation is
Even More Tragic
I have the soul of a lawyer
trapped in the body of a poet!
pity me
[© Debra She Who Seeks, 2006]
Oh, Jean-Luc . . . I knew YOU'D understand!
Oh so sad! More poetry please.
ReplyDeletegood morning, great post-loved your poem too and Jean Luc had me smiling
ReplyDeleteLove it! Brilliant!
ReplyDeleteOh, poetry!
ReplyDeleteI'm so jealous of anybody who can write poetry! So pretty.
XOXO
There’s a Pulitzer in you. Or maybe it’s a Wurlitzer. But I love this poem. From what you’ve shared, I don’t think you ever really had the soul of a lawyer. Besides, I’ve read lawyers don’t have souls.
ReplyDeleteDon't give up your day job.
ReplyDeleteThis is SO GOOD!
ReplyDelete@ Tundra Bunny -- Too late! I already retired, LOL!
ReplyDeleteHee hee - the soul of a lawyer trapped in the body of a poet. I love it!
ReplyDeleteGood one Debra you are a poet!
ReplyDeleteI spent 13.5 years typing up a whole lot of lawyer's words and, believe me, none of them showed any kind of a poetic bent!
ReplyDeleteDrama Queen indeed. LOL I do love your poem. The first meme is perfect. I hope life is really treating you well.
ReplyDeleteIf I'm being honest, ALL lawyers should have poet's souls.
ReplyDeleteI cannot write poetry to save my life.
ReplyDeleteDid you talk in rhyme in court?
ReplyDelete@ Mike -- No, I never had the nerve for that but there are many examples of judges writing all or part of their judgments in rhyme. Here's a link to a few American examples --
ReplyDeletehttps://blogs.loc.gov/law/2018/04/poetic-decisions/
Now that's funny!
ReplyDeleteI would imagine unicorns would be naturally dramatic
ReplyDeleteThat's a fun poem! I'd love to read more like this.
ReplyDeleteAmazing luv the switch of souls.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thursday. Thanks for dropping by my blog
Much💚love
Oh fun! You do have a way with words!
ReplyDeleteYou had me at Jean-Luc
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Too bad you had to end it.
ReplyDeleteNice poem...and I wouldn't worry about being too dramatic. What's life without a little bit of good drama in it?
ReplyDeleteYour self-assessment won't hold up in a court of law. It's a funny little poem. Subpoena that muse!
ReplyDeleteYour poem is incredible. SO much better than mine, and so much more dramatic, too. I am in awe!
ReplyDeleteYesssss 🤣 I agree with Jean-Luc. We are great Fans by the way.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your artwork too.
You are so witty and clever with the poem or a light satire? I enjoy it very much
ReplyDeleteWell done..love your poem..Enjoy your weekend!!
ReplyDeletelol, loved the first one. :) Sooo dramatic. :) :)
ReplyDeleteFrom Judge Judy to Captain Picard - you've covered the gamut. Lol!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to your next drawring... :^)
I think it is time for a sequel.
ReplyDeleteI still haven't been able to muster up a challenge in so short a time but I love how you took it on! Your poem is delightful! And thanks for stopping by my blog for Rain's date, too!
ReplyDeleteLOL ... smart and witty, you are indeed a poet trapped in the body of a lawyer and I am so glad that Jean-Luc gets it :) that makes it all worth while, right? Life is full of Drama so it's good to be able to make fun of it. Enjoyed this immensely ...
ReplyDeleteAndrea @ From the So9l
Lawyers have souls?
ReplyDeleteOh, Debra, you are a real hoot! LOL
ReplyDeleteI like a good poem.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your poetry! Bravo!
ReplyDeleteDebra, you are wonderful. The poem is great! I love how you presented it too! Clap clap!!! ♥♥♥♥
ReplyDeleteyou write gud..
ReplyDeleteI have the drama and moodiness of a poet but not the grand words! XD
ReplyDeleteYou have the gift of an excellent sense of humor, which is the best gift of all.
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