Mourning After

Days passed
Since that one night past;
Morning after was hard to bear
Until nothing was left to bare;
Your voice I can still hear,
Though you are far from here;
But I continue to wait,
As I carry the weight,
Knowing you said bye
That I can’t buy.
“I am always by your side,”
I heard you sighed.

Lobster Role


Dismal chance of a lobster roll call as man hankers for lobster rolls.

 

[This is a monostich, a single-line poem. To learn more, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monostich].

 

Miles of Smile

In search of a smile,
Seeing miles of salt water,
Miles took to sailing.

Seized by the sea sport,
Miles’ smile lit up the schooner,
A thrilled seafarer.

Arrowbics (a 50-word story)

chase

Undeterred from lacking funds, the four friends create their version of a CrossFit program, which they claim requires more sweat and guts. The challenge involves archery and lots of movement.

Used to being the point man, Derek harnesses onto his back the archery target with his friends in hot pursuit.

Homespun Sayings with Homophones and Homonyms

aphorisms
Burn his steak, and you will quickly learn what’s at stake.

Give a damn and dam your reservations.

Read well to prevent being hollow like a reed.

If you slight their advice, then tread lightly when you advise.

To be greater than most, beware of being the grater of nerves to many.

Cast your eyes on someone’s significant other, and you might find yourself wearing a cast.

Brides, groom your groom not only to teach him how to match his socks, but also to ensure you’ve made a good match.

Tender your resignation with a tender heart so they will hire you back in a second if you seek a second chance.

To increase your gross rent, first fix the gross appearance of your rental apartment.

Reign supremely in your choice of industry by giving free rein to your ability.