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By Manner Most Preferred
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The cosmos is neither moral or immoral; only
people are. He who would move the world must
first move himself~Edward Erickson


BY MANNER MOST PREFERRED
 
Why dance, when you can sit
And watch the others whirl?
The wall's a cosy fit...
And spinning makes you hurl
 
Why sing, when you can cry
And  bathe your face in tears?
Sob a heavy sigh.....
Revive all your fears!
 
Why laugh when you can groan
And snivil up a storm?
Complain, rant and moan.......
And use the worst of form!
 
Why ask when you can nag
Pester.....bully.....ride?
Intimidate and brag.......
Scare them to your side!
 
Why bother with respect
Who needs the cordial word?
We reap what we project.......
By manner most  preferred!

Pax
A


 
 


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 Reviews of "By Manner Most Preferred"
Reviewed by Sue Hess
Reviewed on October 1, 2004
why indeed! your message is both well written and timely

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on October 1, 2004
Outstanding message in a magnificent poem, Anita. And I know I always give you kudos on your quotes - but this one is outstanding!

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on October 1, 2004
Good stuff inside this one. A sermon almost. And that ain't bad.

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
wonderful poem and pic just love your witty ways Lady A ,and
that beautiful baby;-) wow!

Reviewed by Susan Barton (Reader)
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
love it!

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
clever and wise ... i prefer your manner indeed!

Reviewed by Nordette Adams
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Thank you for the rhyming sermon, much easier to swallow this way than one hour from the pastor. ;-)

Reviewed on September 30, 2004
You got me laughing and wondering Lady A

Reviewed by Chanti Niven
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Dear Anita,
This was so enjoyable to read and I found myself thinking 'You go girl!' I really enjoy your work and am looking forward to reading a lot more. Wish I had more time (groan)
Chanti

PS: I think there is an 'and' too many in line 6. It might be intentional. It is nearly 2 am in the morning here and I am not the brightest star in the firmament.

Reviewed by Lori Moore
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Yes! I'll dance and sing and all the rest. Nicely done.

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Oxymoron wisdom..Most ingenious...

Reviewed by Janet Parker
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Up until the last two stanzas, my answer is, "Because every bone in my body hurts and I'm sixty years old." But as a southern girl, I don't brag and I've managed to hold on to my manners. Really cute poem, Anita.

Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Wisdom at its finest, Lady A!

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
This is very good Anita!!

Adorable little one!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Peter Paton
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Its best to be true to yourself , Lady....
No frills , no pretence...just your natural self...
Illuminating and enlightening write
Peter

Reviewed by Kate Burnside
Reviewed on September 30, 2004
Well, if it works for the cute little fella/fellass in the gorgeous visual, then it's good enough for me!! I love your "dark side of the moon/loon" writes, Anita, and anyway, why should it only be the kids who are allowed to be "truthful" sometimes?! Being a grown-up is not all that it's cracked up to be - perhaps that's why I haven't yet bothered! No bed of roses either - can I swap with the guy in the picture, please?! Looks like s/he has got it well-sussed. Clever and smart as always! Rock on in your most inimitable style, Lady! TY Kate xx


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