An Iffy Tale
An exercise to see how well the iffy verse form works in telling a tale. (definition of iffy a limerick consisting of five lines, aabba, usually anapestic, sometimes mixed with iambic; third and...
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I hope this one does continue -- as it is thoroughly enjoyable to read, both in tale and in form! Difficult to decide which carries the reader along better -- the rhythm or story. Much enjoyed Anyone...
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This reminds me of the old song ~ 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover! I think it would be so cool to be a private detective, I'm sure you've seen it all, would make for some pretty interesting material to...
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Excellent, John.Another glimpse into your interesting life.Folks, there were a number of us who did Iffy Limericks a while back. Our goal was small in the beginning, but at some point we set the...
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This is delightful...great story, great form, and thoroughly engaging! More, please! Every new beginning comes fromsome other beginnings end...Why not try a new beginning...at The Maelstrom...
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Intrigue. Danger. Mistakes and regrets. James Bond, the Ugly Ameriican sort. Gotta love it. Some some reason I think you are on the up and up and not pulling my leg, or anything else. I like your tale...
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Many thanks, Beth, Jo, Merlin, Paul, Jerry. Glad you liked my little experiment. Merlin's right, we had a lot of fun with this form some time back, with many contributors. Too bad theyperished,...
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John,Embellishment? No way! That is your poetic licence, my dear. Love the poem and looking forward to hearing more of your adventures.Irene
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As a spy, no one knew he was feigning.He'd stay out in the cold when it's raining.As to enemy spies,he'd unfurl their disguise.If he trained Mr. Bond, who's complaining!?
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Thank you, Irene.Great response, Ron. I should let you tell the rest of the tale.jtb
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Oh yes, let's have some more of this - you whetted our appetites!Davie
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As a teacher in school he excelled,to their book, all his students-impelled...As a class, all'd be "A"seach a subject of praiseif the worst of the bunch were expelled.
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My husband is a verfent fan of these type of limericks.. I will have to let him read this one.. I'm sure he'll get a kick out of it..Wonderful write.. very original, well fitting rhymes.. and smooth...
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