The Insult
Abecedarian Vocal Challenge No. 2
Am I deaf and
Blind, sir?
Can you tell me that you
Did not just say what I heard? My
Ears are just
Fine. Did you really…?
Give me a break,
Huh?
I know when a
Jerk is a jerk.
Kicking a man when he’s down doesn’t
Leave a bad taste in your mouth
(Mixing metaphors again – watch it)?
Never mind…
Oh, and if I
Plant one on you…
Quit it!
Really, you must be
Someone who does not
Think before they speak.
Ugly thoughts make
Very bad actions, sir.
We should probably do it here
(“X” marks the spot).
You make your move…or
Zip it!
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Comments (10)
People! Great and cruel. I prefer great and kind. Nice poem, Kendall!
Make your move or zip it. Hah! Nice poem.
I’m under the weather lying on the bed and reading it. Maybe it wasn’t supposed to, but it made me smirk. Enjoy it. Thank you!
Brilliant. Crossing my fingers for you.
I'm sorry, Kendall. I didn't mean to. But you're welcome to mop up the floor with me if it'll make you feel better. Even if I didn't actually do anything to you, I'm sure I'm guilty of something else. Okay, now that's off my chest, really well done, Kendall!
Some people are like that. Loved your poem!
Nicely done!
Ooo, good one, Kendall.
I'm fuming right beside you. People who use that line are usually the ones who are the most insecure and can't see beyond their own egos. Tinted glasses, you know?
I feel quite chastened! That told him!