Waterstone’s – poetry competition

That little floating comma causes grief,

An apostrophic pain one might aver.

But syntactícal failures find relief

In three so simple rules . They’re de rigueur.

If Tim’s the owner, “Waterstone’s” will do

But only if un-Daunted you might guess.

It’s his prerogative these days. Did you

Observe the next example there? I stress

It’s verbal use – a missing “i” from “is”.

And thirdly, back to nouns, I prithee don’t

Festoon your cappuccinos with the biz.

But mind your p’s and q’s. For if you won’t,

Be sure a passing pedant, oh so wise,

Will gladly cross your t’s and dot your i’s.

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5 thoughts on “Waterstone’s – poetry competition”

  1. Janus :

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  2. Soutie :

    Janus :

    Thanks, Arrers, your lone approval is much appreciated!

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