Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written rhyming poem that tells of the little things that can lead to irritation when we see it happening and we cannot do much about it. Your rhyming words work very well on this poem.

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Thanks for the kind comments, Sandra; appreciated - Craig

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

This is pretty funny CD and I'm sure you wrote about things that annoy all of us. I enjoyed the poem very much but, I noticed one near rhyme rather than complete rhyme. I offer, cinema/far. That might need some attention since it is a contest on rhymes. I offer a five for content. It was totally entertaining. Nancy

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

You could be right, Nancy. The way I say "cinema" would sound like "sinnemuh" to some people, and therefore it's a slant rhyme to me. But I've heard a lot of people say it "sinnemar", in which case it's a true rhyme. I'll see if I can move it from the end, which I think might be the only way to get around the issue. Cheers, Craig

Comment from Mustang Patty

Excellent

Hi, Craig,

I absolutely agree with you on every single offense. (Most especially the screaming brats in the movie theatre-I just feel my neck and back stiffen and it ruins the enjoyment of the scene on the screen.)

Great use of your new word AND a great rhyming poem. Good luck to you in the contest,

~patty~

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Many thanks for the lovely comments, Patty -Cheers, Craig

Comment from Pamusart

Excellent

Hi Craig. I did read it as adjudicate and I was looking for a new word. Lol. This is a good entry for the rhyming contest. The rhymes and meter are good as usual. I understand your peeves. Stepping on gum is bad but those who do not pick up their dogs' leavings are worse. Really stinks if you don't notice and track it into the car. Kids throwing tantrums are irritating. I have an autistic nephew who was awful but my sister and her husband were oblivious to how it may affect other people. Good luck in the contest. Thank you for sharing

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Hi Pam,

Having an autistic child would be incredibly challenging, I imagine, and it's understandable if they muck up from time to time. But then, perhaps places like the cinema aren't the best place to go with them? Thanks for the fine review :) Craig

reply by Pamusart on 24-Jul-2018

Restaurant in this case.

Comment from Robbie Yates

Exceptional

Incredible poem, Craig!

The humor is ace, the rhyme and rhythm are impeccable, the pace is great - it's just phenomenal!!

One small spelling error - "adbjudicates" should be "adjudicates" I think.

Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Hi Robbie,

Firstly, thanks for the wonderful, glowing comments, and the equally shiny stars. Your assumption about the spelling is quite understandable, but there are in fact two words with very similar meanings. The one with the "b" is rarely used, but you will find it in printed or online dictionaries. Since this is a contest entry, I didn't put my usual note about the book, but I think I'll add a brief author note to avoid confusion. Many thanks once again, Craig

reply by Robbie Yates on 24-Jul-2018

Goodness me - I never knew that!

Somehow, even when you're not specifically posting about your Paul Anthony Jones book, you're still teaching me words!

reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

I didn't know that either, but I've got the book! lol

Comment from jenintorre

Exceptional

This is nothing short of a masterpeice, Craig. It is so funny and the rhyme is brilliant. I absolutely loved reading it. Surely you will win the rhyming poem contest with this, if not the committee want shooting, whoever they are. Good luck and have a mice day. Jen.

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Wow, thanks for the lovely stars, Jen, but even more for the fantastic comments. I'm glad you linked my little bit of nonsense :) Most grateful, Craig

Comment from meeshu

Excellent

all these people telling me I need anger management classes---that's what really pisses me off. great rhyming write and funny, CD.............meeshu

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

LOL good one, Meeshu. Thanks for the fun comments - Craig

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

Great job, CD, on your rhyming contest entry. I have to say that I agree with ALL of your 'crimes.' Your lines read smoothly with great imagery, too. I can't pick just one 'thing' that I like best, but the brat at the movies is right up there. I love your notes. I don't believe you have ever offended anyone. But if so, then they can get glad in the same shoes they got mad in. Good job & best wishes. Jan

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 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Thanks very much for the awesome review, Jan. As for not offending, I guess I'll have to try harder lol

Most grateful - Craig

reply by Jannypan (Jan) on 24-Jul-2018

haha, the year still has 5 months & your book has many more words. I bet you can find one or more that will fill the bill.

reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Thanks for pointing out that the light at the end of the tunnel isn't even a pin-prick yet! :)

reply by Jannypan (Jan) on 24-Jul-2018

Take a vacation soon. So write up 2 for however long you will be away--you know some short ones. I have read some great limericks. Then post 2 on 1 page like Jim [pantygynt] did for 2 weeks that he will be gone.

Comment from Dawn Munro

Exceptional

AaaaaaaaaaaaaaHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

Okay, now that the fun is over, I should tell you that I've been talking to your wife...

I wish you'd wash your feet before you climb into my bed.
A farmer's boots are stinky, rank, like something that is dead.
And clean your fish outside before you bring it in the house.
It's bad enough I have to cook the thing - what kind of spouse

offends his pretty, working wife, and all his online friends?
I'm telling you, Craig Richards, that you HAVE to MAKE AMENDS.
I've heard about that lovely Dawn, and how she's just so sweet -
you'd better send that diamond, boy, or else you just won't eat!

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

ROFL!

Well, Dawn, if you believe I'm scared by threats that you emit,
I'm here to tell you, that is just a pile of old horse-dung! ;-)
My feet don't stink, and what is more, I don't even eat fish,
That diamond will be nought but coal before you get your wish!

Thanks for the most delightful review :)

Comment from Alexander Vasa

Excellent

haahahaha So funny!! I love your poem about all your pet peeves, I know this is for the rhyming contest, and it's a great entry., but a pet peeve contest could be hilarious. I love to laugh, it is the best medicine. One we take a lot of around here.

I think it is so funny to see all the things you hate, I loved the saliva sticking to your shoe, and also the people that take their whole trolly through the express lane, gggrrrrrrr. (And especially if you're running late for your hair appointment or something.)

Thanks for sharing this, it is a great entertaining read, cheers, Ana.

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 Comment Written 24-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2018

Thanks for the fun review, Ana. A "pet peeve" contest could be quite fun :)

Most appreciated - Craig