Disappointed Hopes

Ludicrous Limerick: Concerning the Absurdities of Life

By M.J. CarlockPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read

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I dunked my cookie into a glass,

thinking it would soak milk fast;

however, I waited a tad too long...

Then my cookie was suddenly gone!

Forever evading my grasp.

heartbreak

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M.J. Carlock

I find that words are powerful; regardless of their form, they carry influence over our lives, and we must wield their power with both wisdom and heart.

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Babs Iverson3 years ago
A tad too sad!!!😊💕
Naomi Tyhurst3 years ago
Haha that happened to me all the time

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