Dirty Dishes

My Mood today whilst washing dishes

I was washing dishes in a drunken state

When I accidentally dropped and broke a plate

I just loved that sound when it hit the floor
That I really really wanted to smash some more

A gravy boat and a soup tureen
were the next to be smashed to smithereens
as I dropped three cups it brought a tear to my eye
There are now less dishes to wash and dry

Plates began flying hither and yon
I think some ended up on the lawn
it must have been horrendous, the sound of the drops
i guess thats why someone called up the cops

I opened the door but what could I say
My house was in total disarray
The one cop said "Son we have to fine ya
For disturbing the peace with flying china"

I stood there grinning ticket in hand
and promised not to do it again
I cant remember having such fun
The fine was well worth it, the dishes were done!

Reviews

[Mauricio Montoya]

I figured this a love and hate relationship with washing dishes. I love the humor in this piece but I still hate washing dishes so if I break a plate, that's one less dish to wash,

[Einstein Noodle]

ahahahaha now thats the way to clean dishes for sure ..especially like this:
"The one cop said "Son we have to fine ya
For disturbing the peace with flying china"
pretty fine rhyme and rhythm ... love the story!
E.

[Dara]

Oh wouldn't it be nice to be able to let go like that. Great poem! Love the words and the rhythm and rhyme.

[Pete]

sometimes we just have to get it out the grease in a cathartic release. thanks for sharing this. made me smile ...

[wordman]

well as an avid dish washer this gives me a great idea,not sure i could afford the ticket

[barleygirl]

This is so hilarious, playful & imaginative! A rare find on this website, as many are serious messages. I love fun writing, which I also try to do, but yours is a huge inspiration for how to stretch an ordinary thing into a spider web of whimsy! Love this! Good rhyming, too, which is also one of my passions! Glad I spotted this one! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Misterr Remeat]

glad you enjoyed it! Stay tuned, more random silliness to come. Cheers!

[Dr. YumnaKay]

I think it's impossible not to at least smile while reading this piece, did bring me in a lighter mood, so thank you for that (:
Next time I'll be doing dishes, I'll remember to drop some plates too haha ;P
Such a witty write, great read for me :)

[Misterr Remeat]

Thanks! I hate doing dishes in case you couldn't tell...He He

[Dr. YumnaKay]

I could tell ;) how likes doing that anyway lol 😜
You're welcome :)

[andrew mitchell]

Fantastic, clever and well written. Hats off to you!

[Misterr Remeat]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[emmajoy]

Wonderful, laughing, giggling!! Glorious meter and a great tale laid so finely! if you ever go to a Greek event, you'll be able to join in superbly!

Was thining of buying a dishwasher.. but, why bother!

[Misterr Remeat]

If you are giggling then my work here is done! Thanks for the review!

[emipoemi]

Can't tell if you're actually being serious or playful in this poem, but whichever it was I couldn't help laughing. It's so well timed in its comedy and the rhymes really pack the punch. The musicality could use some tweaking, for some lines don't quite flow too well with the musicality (a few too many syllables comprise some lines). With the removal of some superfluous details, this would be a fun read for all. Well done!

[Misterr Remeat]

Thanks! Written in about ten minutes, so not too polished. I still haven't finished the dishes...