 The Art of Love, humor? |
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 May 22 11, 12:43
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 Egyptian  Posts: 369 Joined: 10-May 11 From: Outskirts of Sonoran Desert Member No.: 4,480 Real Name: JerryK Writer of: Poetry & Prose  |
The Art of Love (A rewrite)
How does one attain the love of a lady? By writing poetry? No, no! Writing poems would be worst of all! This is what my old friend Ovid said, quote Book 2, The Art of Love: “Would you be well advised to send her love-poems? Poetry, I fear, is held in low esteem. Girls praise a poem, but go for more expensive presents….” Therefore, good friend, she would hate mine…. I might give her a gown, made of scratchy wool... A belt of straw, and ivy buds-- Ah, here’s a necklace for only $19.99 from the Home Shopping Network. Ladies, I’m teasing; you deserve much more; let me fetch my wallet. |
  
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May 23 11, 11:54
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 Babylonian Posts: 138 Joined: 11-May 10 From: california Member No.: 1,120 Real Name: karen Writer of: Poetry |
well I don't agree. Sentimental poetry wins out before $$ in my case :)
but money would be a close second, though ( ha ha ) ·······  ······· |
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May 23 11, 12:26
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Egyptian Posts: 369 Joined: 10-May 11 From: Outskirts of Sonoran Desert Member No.: 4,480 Real Name: JerryK Writer of: Poetry & Prose |
Okay, Karen;
I suppose I must rewrite this again--till it suits you ladies; But I'll remain a miser when it comes to money, lol. (Not really, I just made a $50 donation toward a worthy cause.) Thanks for reading and commenting.  Jerry QUOTE (anaisa @ May 23 11, 09:54 )  well I don't agree. Sentimental poetry wins out before $$ in my case :) but money would be a close second, though ( ha ha ) |
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May 25 11, 12:33
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Jerry, I think I must agree with Karen, poetry is something a lady can treasure forever, whereas moey is gone i a moment. But seeing as how I bought my wife a gold necklace in Turkey (not the home shopping channel) for $250.00 and it has been valued since at over $2000.00 I'd have to say that it was money well spent. I have written many a poem about her, for her, and to her, sometimes changing a description or two. LOL.
Take Care Steve |
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May 25 11, 13:30
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Egyptian Posts: 369 Joined: 10-May 11 From: Outskirts of Sonoran Desert Member No.: 4,480 Real Name: JerryK Writer of: Poetry & Prose |
Well Steve;
it was tongue in cheek, and I drew freely form Ovid. But that you side with Karen--well! She is a nice lady--but could I really afford her expensive tastes? I'm more inclined to give ladies some of my handcrafted gifts...no, I'm teasing, for I have known her for many years. Thanks for writing, Steve. So glad you showed. Thanks, Jerry |
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May 25 11, 18:16
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 Mosaic Master  Posts: 4,599 Joined: 4-August 03 From: Birmingham, England Member No.: 12 Real Name: Eira Needham Writer of: Poetry Referred By:Lori |
Hi Jerry
This was amusing reading. I've never had a poem written for me -- it might be very romantic. You mention giving handcrafted gifts -- well that could be romantic too, if you make something especially for someone... but as Karen says - it's nice to have some money to spend too LOL! A very original poem Snow 
······· ·······Live one day at a time -it's simpler that way.
Laugh loud & often - it's medicinal. Write from the heart - it's therapeutic. Beauty comes from within - the outer is just skin! Nominate a poem for the InterBoard Poetry Competition by taking into careful consideration those poems you feel would best represent Mosaic Musings. For details, click into the IBPC nomination forum. Did that poem just captivate you? Nominate it for the Faery award today! If perfection of form allured your muse, propose the Crown Jewels award. For more details, click here! MM Award Winner            |
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May 25 11, 19:42
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Egyptian Posts: 369 Joined: 10-May 11 From: Outskirts of Sonoran Desert Member No.: 4,480 Real Name: JerryK Writer of: Poetry & Prose |
Hi, Eisa;
so glad you commented; yes, I try to add humor to my poems; it doesn't always pan out, but it's always fun to see what will stick, lol. It's true, giving something from the heart is rewarding, even to this old tightwad. And who knows--maybe someone will write a lovely poem for you. Thanks, Eisa; best regards, Jerry |
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| Guest_ohsteve_* |
May 26 11, 11:17
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Jerry, uh oh better watch out, Eisa is a married lady... her husband might think it askance the she receives romantic poems from another guy...LOL just Joking of course, Snow is a very lovely person inside and out, she has been a wonderful mentor and friend, maybe we can teach her husband how to write her something worthy of that...except I don't know his email....lol
PS Snow don't read this...lol Take care Steve PPS...can you tell that I am feeling so much better, my twisted sense of humor is coming back full force. |
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May 26 11, 12:31
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Egyptian Posts: 369 Joined: 10-May 11 From: Outskirts of Sonoran Desert Member No.: 4,480 Real Name: JerryK Writer of: Poetry & Prose |
Oh-oh--STEVE,
I left myself open on this one. I concur with you; it's safer for me to post a "How to Write Poetry" tip for Eisa's husband. I, too, have someone watching over my conduct on this site; apologies where needed. Currently I'm learning to juggle, lol. PS Did I forget to thank you for your comment? Sorry for the oversight. Jerry QUOTE (ohsteve @ May 26 11, 09:17 ) Jerry, uh oh better watch out, Eisa is a married lady... her husband might think it askance the she receives romantic poems from another guy...LOL just Joking of course, Snow is a very lovely person inside and out, she has been a wonderful mentor and friend, maybe we can teach her husband how to write her something worthy of that...except I don't know his email....lol
PS Snow don't read this...lol Take care Steve PPS...can you tell that I am feeling so much better, my twisted sense of humor is coming back full force. |
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May 26 11, 15:49
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Jerry, I was mostly teaseing, I think Eisa can stand up for herself..
Steve |
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May 26 11, 17:03
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Egyptian Posts: 369 Joined: 10-May 11 From: Outskirts of Sonoran Desert Member No.: 4,480 Real Name: JerryK Writer of: Poetry & Prose |
Of course, Steve;
I was just playing along, lol. Silly men, huh? I'm sure she can cut us down to size, right? Jerry QUOTE (ohsteve @ May 26 11, 13:49 ) Jerry, I was mostly teaseing, I think Eisa can stand up for herself.. Steve |
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