SHUT UP
With elevation of his thoughts
he sketched the course of argument
parenthesising points of view
which any man with chivalry
would not engage or bring to mind
and as he warmed to his debate
she placed injunctions on his tongue.
-
Author:
Michael Edwards (
Offline) - Published: January 10th, 2018 01:05
- Category: Unclassified
- Views: 93
- User favorite of this poem: malubotelho.
Offline)
Comments7
Great poem, Michael. There are times when I realize right after I said it that it was definitely the wrong thing. I guess the lawyer in you is showing through a bit here, especially in the last line! 🙂
Thank you Fred - yes the counterplay between the last line - a judicial restraining order - and the title - a mild profanity - just made me smile when I was penning what started out as being a very serious piece
Good write, we all open our mouths and sometimes wish the thought had come before the words.
Like the artwork very much.
Thanks Andy - we are all guilty of this sometimes
Did they 'engage brain before opening mouth?' Good write and pic Michael.
Probably the other way round Orchi
Ah clever use of clerical terms in this reminder that danger lies in speaking out of turn - ha - I just love that last line Michael.
Didn't think of it in terms of clerical speak but you are right - thanks yet again Fay.
A well executed write, Michael, as only one with your background might be inclined to produce. Reflecting experience, perhaps?
Certainly reflects experience - I tend to say nothing these days except: 'Yes my dear!' 🙂 Thanks Louis
O love the simple complexity of your poem and paint. Just the right measure to make one think. Just genius.
You're too kind - I admit I'm just something but not sure what 🙂 Thanks so much Malu.
Sometimes we put ourselves at that spot. Hehe 😉
To be able to comment and rate this poem, you must be registered. Register here or if you are already registered, login here.