THE TALKING SCALE

Starting a new diet,

I stepped up on the scale,

But my weight was too great,

And the scale was too frail.

The springs inside sprung,

There was no way to weigh.

Needing a new scale,

I went shopping the next day.

I bought one of those talking scales,

One that only has nice things to say.

It’s guaranteed not to hurt your feelings,

And leave you in a state of dismay.

I’ve been on my diet for a month now,

And I’ve managed to lose a few pounds.

My talking scale congratulates me,

And I like the way that sounds.

This talking scale’s the greatest,

And you can rest assured,

Always encouraging and supportive,

It sure has a weigh with words.

Michael D. Schafer

© January 26, 2019