Saturday, February 13, 2010

Saint Maxine


c John Wagner
Hallmark Inc.

MAXINE ON SATURDAY
http://workofthepoet.blogspot.com/2010/02/maxine-on-saturday_12.html

SAINT MAXINE!

Valentine's Day is not, I find,
For one, like you, who speaks her mind.
I'd always try not to 'speak ill'
But then I'd add a codicil!
*
'Yes, I suppose you're pretty nice;
I bet you got this ring half-price.'
*
'Yes, I suppose I love you lots,
But not with all those acne spots!'
 *
'Yes, I suppose I do adore you,
But I loved Henry long before you!'
 *
'Yes, the flowers were quite divine,
But I'd rather have some good red wine.'
*
'Yes, I've given you my heart,
But you're not having any other part!'
 *
'Yes, you are my Valentine,
But sometimes you're a perfect swine.'
*
'Yes, I know we're a perfect couple;
At least, we were when you were supple!'
*
'Alright! I'll love you till I die!
(But I really can't imagine why!')
*
Dear Saint Maxine, on this date
Let you and I just celebrate
By speaking our minds as we always do!
Maxine! Yes! I really love you!
*

Excessive romance here:
http://rinklyrimes.blogspot.com/2009/02/307-excess.html





5 comments:

maryt/theteach said...

Rinkly, this is just the best! Your cartoon (where did you find it?) and your poem! Happy Valentine's Day! And thanks for playing Maxine on Saturday! :)

Lisa said...

May I join in the celebration?

Kranky Granny said...

In my best Lawrence Welk voice "Wonnerful, Wonnerful.

This was great, I loved it.

Auntie E said...

LOL, what a great poem. to the point. Love that Maxine. Mine is up and linked at Mary's.

Cheryl said...

Oh my. I love it!